South Carolina Motorized Bicycle Laws

South Carolina Motorized Bicycle Laws

According to South Carolina state law, a motorized bicycle is classified as a moped. The definition of a moped is:
  • A cycle with pedals to permit propulsion by human power or without pedals and with a motor of not more that 50ccs or 2bhp.
  • Cannot go over 30mph on level ground.
  • Operated by an automatic transmission without clutching or shifting after the drive system is engaged.
License

To operate a motorized bicycle in South Carolina you need a valid drivers license. If you are at least 14 years old you can apply for a moped permit.

Registration

As of February 1st 2017, motorized bicycles will have to be registered to ride them on public roads in South Carolina.
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