Other Types

In case you are wondering (which you probably are since you came to this page), you must register your moped or scooters with the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and purchase liability insurance.

Mopeds

Mopeds, or motorized bicycles, are defined as any bike with:

• Two or three wheels.

• Footrests or foot pedals.

• A motor capable of achieving a maximum speed of 30 mph on a level surface.

• An automatic drive system.

• A body that's no wider than 32 inches.

To register and title a new moped you must provide your local motor vehicle office with:

• A Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) which must describe the moped's engine size and maximum speed capacity.

• An odometer certification.

• Cash or check to pay a $28 registration fee and a 5% excise tax.

If the moped is used you must bring all of the above mentioned except the MCO. In its place have the previous title or registration. If the moped was never registered you must contact the Motor Vehicle Division's main office at (701) 328-2725.

Scooters

Before attempting to register and title a scooter, determine if it is a motorized bicycle (see above) or an off-highway vehicle as defined by the North Dakota Statutes.

If it qualifies as a motorized bicycle you must take to your local motor vehicle office:

• A Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) which must describe the moped's engine size and maximum speed capacity.

• An odometer certification.

• Cash or check to pay a $28 registration fee and a 5% excise tax.

If it qualifies as an off-highway vehicle you will need to instead bring to your local motor vehicle office:

• A Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO).

• A Certificate of Vehicle Inspection if it lacks an MCO or has never been titled. This must be completed by the North Dakota Highway Patrol.

• Cash or check to pay a $10 registration fee and a 5% excise tax.

Other Miscellaneous Stuff

• In order to operate a scooter or moped you must be at least 14 years old and possess one of the following: an operator's license, a temporary permit, an instruction permit, or a motorized bicycle permit. A motorcycle permit is not required.

• If you are under 18 you must wear a helmet.

• You must adhere to all traffic laws.