Driving Moped - Suspended License

[chris_m_atl]

Walton County, Georgia

My license has recently been suspended for the next 12 months due to a D.U.I. (alcohol). I live more than 10 miles from my job Full time / 2nd Shift and taxi services just to get home in the evenings will cost $250/wk. I am researching alternate modes of transportation. Marta or public transportation is not available.

Under Georgia State Law to my understanding, a Moped is classified as a bicicle if it meets a list of requirements such as: 2 hp or less single gear motor, proper lights/turn signals, pedals to allow muscular propulsion, etc.

A moped does not require a tag, insurance, etc. The sales representative for the bike has nearly convinced me a drivers license is not required.

Georgia State Law 40-11-28 does not clarify whether or not this is true. Is anyone familiar with the specifics with driving a Moped?

Thanks in Advance,

Chris

[Zigner]

What did the Georgia Department of Motor Vehicles (or whatever ya'll call it) say when you asked them?

[chris_m_atl]

Originally Posted by Zigner

What did the Georgia Department of Motor Vehicles (or whatever ya'll call it) say when you asked them?

The DMV referred me to the local Sheriff which ended up in his voice mail. After repeat attempts, I have not received a call.

[irish77]

I would print that thing out and start riding. PA classifies a moped or motorized vehicle as something you need to have registered, insured, valide license, etc. But I know other states allow you to ride certain motorized vehicles with low HP and low acceleration.

found it...simple enough..

Georgia Moped Laws
Moped Defintion
Any motor driven cycle with an engine not exceeding 50 cubic centimeters (3.05 cubic inches), or two brake horsepower, that can propel the cycle at a speed not to exceed 30 miles per hour (MPH) and does not require clutching or shifting. The cycle may be equipped with two or three wheels and with or without foot pedals to allow for human muscular propulsion.


Motorcycle Defintion
Every motor vehicle having a saddle for the use of the rider and designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, but excluding mopeds. All motorcycles, scooters, minibikes, and motor bikes are considered motor-driven cycle.s


Moped Registration
Mopeds are exempt from the provisions relating to the registration and licensing of motor vehicles


Moped Licensing Requirements
Must be 15 years of age and have in their possession a valid driver’s license, instructional permit or limited permit

[Zigner]

Originally Posted by irish77

Moped Licensing Requirements
Must be 15 years of age and have in their possession a valid driver’s license, instructional permit or limited permit

I just wanted to emphasize that part

[Silverplum]

Originally Posted by irish77

I would print that thing out and start riding. PA classifies a moped or motorized vehicle as something you need to have registered, insured, valide license, etc. But I know other states allow you to ride certain motorized vehicles with low HP and low acceleration.

found it...simple enough..

Georgia Moped Laws
Moped Defintion
Any motor driven cycle with an engine not exceeding 50 cubic centimeters (3.05 cubic inches), or two brake horsepower, that can propel the cycle at a speed not to exceed 30 miles per hour (MPH) and does not require clutching or shifting. The cycle may be equipped with two or three wheels and with or without foot pedals to allow for human muscular propulsion.


Motorcycle Defintion
Every motor vehicle having a saddle for the use of the rider and designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, but excluding mopeds. All motorcycles, scooters, minibikes, and motor bikes are considered motor-driven cycle.s


Moped Registration
Mopeds are exempt from the provisions relating to the registration and licensing of motor vehicles


Moped Licensing Requirements
Must be 15 years of age and have in their possession a valid driver’s license, instructional permit or limited permit

Good find -- but we'd love to see the actual cite.

And you're wrong, Irish, about whether or not he can "print it out and start driving." See what I bolded.

And, Poster, looks like you're not going to be legally driving a moped, either.

[chris_m_atl]

Originally Posted by irish77

I would print that thing out and start riding.

Sounds like a plan....

Originally Posted by irish77

Moped Registration
Mopeds are exempt from the provisions relating to the registration and licensing of motor vehicles


Moped Licensing Requirements
Must be 15 years of age and have in their possession a valid driver’s license, instructional permit or limited permit

If you don't mind me asking, where are your sourcing this? And under what code?

All the Best,

Chris

[Silverplum]

Originally Posted by chris_m_atl

Sounds like a plan....

I hope you're kidding, and using the to say so!

Originally Posted by chris_m_atl

If you don't mind me asking, where are your sourcing this? And under what code?
All the Best,
Chris

See what I mean, Irish?

[chris_m_atl]

Originally Posted by Silverplum

I hope you're kidding

Yes, I was kidding. The last thing I need is more citations. I'm a good boy now.

[Silverplum]

Originally Posted by chris_m_atl

Yes, I was kidding. The last thing I need is more citations. I'm a good boy now.

Good! Waaaay too many people don't read past the 1st few words...I was hoping you had read the whole thing, plus the comments!

[xylene]

Originally Posted by chris_m_atl

I live more than 10 miles from my job

A twenty mile round trip bike commute, even rain or shine, is not that hard.

Here exactly what you need

Good bike with FENDERS and Rear rack ~ $350 - $500
(It's an investment that lasts for years, so don't buy some BS Bike from Target.)
Helmet ~ $20
Lock ~ $20
Pump and flat kit ~ $25
Basic tool roll ~ $25
Bicycle clothing ~ $70 (3 sets, basic nylon stuff, not dorky Tour de France tights.)
Rain Gear ~ $50 to $70 (VERY important splurge on better gear)
Waterproof rack bag ~ $40 (You put your work clothes in this, and mount on the rear rack. Don't use a back pack, it is murder on the spine.)
LIGHTS (Front and Rear) ~ $40 (VERY important. Consider buying two.)

Taking the high estimate, your looking to shell out 800. A pretty penny but a great deal too.

For that you will have gear that will last you decades. I can guarantee that some cheepo Chinese made moped won't even last 300 miles. And bikes have no gas.

And do you know how you will look after riding 20 miles a day for a year.

I have bikes with easily 10k miles on them. You could commute with confidence on any one of them. Show me a moped that can do that.

[irish77]

I am sorry for not citing my source...

[url]http://moped2.org/laws/Georgia.htm[/url]

I am at work, saw the post, wanted to help as quick as I could and as with everything on this site, this was just my opinion. I was not trying to push Chris down the wrong or illegal path. If I had time to research code, laws, cite cases and precedence, well I would just tack on a few more years of schooling and get a law degree. Not to be rude, but I was just trying to get my man some information.

I tooks all of .05 seconds, googled GA DMV, mopeds and came up with some information. I wouldn't waste keystrokes typing all that stuff.

Irish

[Silverplum]

Originally Posted by irish77

I am sorry for not citing my source...

[url]http://moped2.org/laws/Georgia.htm[/url]

I am at work, saw the post, wanted to help as quick as I could and as with everything on this site, this was just my opinion. I was not trying to push Chris down the wrong or illegal path. If I had time to research code, laws, cite cases and precedence, well I would just tack on a few more years of schooling and get a law degree. Not to be rude, but I was just trying to get my man some information.

I tooks all of .05 seconds, googled GA DMV, mopeds and came up with some information. I wouldn't waste keystrokes typing all that stuff.

Irish

I'm not mad at you, Irish. You did a great job researching and helping -- we just needed the cite (the website is fine) for where the info came from. I know you wouldn't type all that if it was b.s. -- who would?

[irish77]

Bikes are pretty good as long as you have a nice route. In my area we have hills that are part of the course for the largest international field of cyclists climb every year. Suffice it to say I'll be taking public transit. I don't need to have a heart attack biking up a hill with traffic coming down. No sidewalks either. Only woods. Ha.

[irish77]

Originally Posted by Silverplum

I'm not mad at you, Irish. You did a great job researching and helping -- we just needed the cite (the website is fine) for where the info came from. I know you wouldn't type all that if it was b.s. -- who would?

Been a rough day @ work and quite on edge with files. site...

[url]http://moped2.org/laws/Georgia.htm[/url]