I wanted a pocket to be considered a moped. cagllari 47-49cc
I don’t want to hear it’s not possible.
1.Does the seat have to be higher than 24-26 inches, apply in Ga?
(they all say if lower than 50cc it’s a moped or motor driven bicycle)
2.It can’t exceed 30mph.(i can lower top with a govnour spring or sprocket change)
3.no clutching or shifting?(what, don’t all gas motor clutch)
(a pocket bike clutch engages when gas is applied.)
I plan on raising seat, extension to swing arm/front fork.
sources:
http://www.dmv.org/ga-georgia/motorcycle-license.php
http://answers.dmv.org/Georgia/can-drive-motorized-bicycle-moped-state-georgia-drivers-license-q51152.aspx
http://www.mopedarmy.com/wiki/Moped_laws#Georgia
http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/wiki-laws
They all say the same thing, but nothing about seat height or tag.
If there is no seat heightlimit or tag/insurance required isn’t my pocket bike street legal?
Most states require a street legal bike (mopeds, scooters, motorcycles, etc…) to be EPA/DOT certified. According to the cagllari web site the 47-49cc bikes are not EPA compliant for street use.
http://www.usapocketbikes.com/faq/
In some states, smaller bikes less than 50cc are exempt from the EPA emission rules. According to the state website here are the rules. It would seem that seat height is not an issue, neither are tags, insurance, etc… You could always try calling the Department of Driver’s Services to ask them.
http://www.dds.ga.gov/drivers/DLdata.aspx?con=1741951492&ty=dl
Mopeds
A moped is any motor driven cycle with an engine not exceeding 50 cubic centimeters (3.05 cubic inches) that can propel the cycle at a speed not to exceed 30 miles per hour (MPH) and does not require clutching or shifting.
Mopeds are exempt from the provisions relating to the registration and licensing of motor vehicles.
Rules to operate mopeds on Georgia roads and highways:
1.Must be 15 years of age and have in their possession a valid driver’s license, instructional permit or limited permit.
2.Must wear protective headgear (motorcycle helmet).
3.No tag is required.
4.Every person operating a moped upon a roadway must obey the same traffic laws governing drivers of motor vehicles.
5.May not use limited access highways or other roadways where the minimum speed limit is above 35 mph.
In 1960 I owned a 1932 MG sports car (Bright red open top etc. lovely car)?
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Most states require a street legal bike (mopeds, scooters, motorcycles, etc…) to be EPA/DOT certified. According to the cagllari web site the 47-49cc bikes are not EPA compliant for street use.
http://www.dds.ga.gov/drivers/DLdata.aspx?con=1741951492&ty=dl
Mopeds
A moped is any motor driven cycle with an engine not exceeding 50 cubic centimeters (3.05 cubic inches) that can propel the cycle at a speed not to exceed 30 miles per hour (MPH) and does not require clutching or shifting.
Mopeds are exempt from the provisions relating to the registration and licensing of motor vehicles.
Rules to operate mopeds on Georgia roads and highways:
1.Must be 15 years of age and have in their possession a valid driver’s license, instructional permit or limited permit.
2.Must wear protective headgear (motorcycle helmet).
3.No tag is required.
4.Every person operating a moped upon a roadway must obey the same traffic laws governing drivers of motor vehicles.
5.May not use limited access highways or other roadways where the minimum speed limit is above 35 mph.
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