I admit I am confused. Lets forget about drivers license. Which PDf is the latest by date I see no dates in either post here or the pdf on the other thread.
can someone compare these two. And not to get diverted just yet , I will say if you dont need a registration for a moped you dont need a drivers license. Whats going on here?
gene
Hi,
Heres my 2 cents:
a. please see pg 1 of dmv doc bottom of page for 4/20/2011 date, as well as reference of relevant doc update, exhibit F, question #3.
http://www3.flhsmv.gov/DMV/Proc/TL/TL-10.PDF
b. here is a copy paste that I did on the
"old" 03/15/2011 date -
(same exhibit F, question #3) for your review:
"3. Scenario: A company is advertising on TV a gas engine kit that can be added
to a bicycle. The engine is tied into the pedal system like a Moped
and it has to be pedaled to start the engine. It is advertised that the
bicycle will be propelled to 30MPH.
Q. How is the tax collector supposed to register this bicycle/gas engine
assembly?
A. The definition of bicycle under s. 316.003(2), F.S., includes
motorized bicycles propelled by a combination of human power
and an electric helper motor capable of propelling the vehicle at
a speed of not more than 20 mph on level ground. Bicycles and
motorized bicycles, as defined above, are not registered or titled.
Engine kits for bicycles are not new and there are a variety of kits
available. If a gas engine kit is installed on a bicycle, which is
not rated in excess of 2 brake horsepower and not capable of
propelling the vehicle at a speed greater than 30 mph on level
ground, the vehicle would fall within the classification of a
moped and be required to be registered as a moped. If the gas
motor or top speed exceeds that for a moped, then the vehicle
should be classified as a motorcycle. There are other
requirements that must be met to be classified as a motorcycle such
as frame assembly and safety features. The operator of a gas
powered bicycle (moped) is required to follow the rules of the
road and safety equipment requirements of sections 316.208,
316.2085 and 316.211, Florida Statutes. The agent should also
direct the customer to law enforcement if there are any questions as
to where the motorized bicycle can be used."
c. I agree with you, no registration, no license is required.
Lets ride!