Outlaws in NJ

Dan · #21 (**permalink**) 10-05-2008, 11:15 PM

Hi Jersy, I got this from NJDMV web site (http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/....htm;Motorized bicycle )(moped) license
RELATED LINKS
Moped Manual [pdf]
Motorcycle Manual [pdf]
A motorized bicycle (moped) is defined by law as a pedal bicycle with a helper motor, electric or gas-powered, capable of a maximum speed of no more than 25 miles per hour on a flat surface. A moped has a maximum displacement of less than 50 cubic centimeters (no more than 1.5 brake horsepower).

How to get a moped license
You must be at least 15 years old
Visit an MVC Agency to complete an application for a moped permit.
Pass the 6 Point ID Verification
Pay $5 examination permit fee
Pass the knowledge and vision tests to validate your permit. Study by reading the Driver Manual and Motorcycle Manual [524k pdf]
You must practice with a permit for at least 20 days before being eligible to take the road test
If you pass the road test, take your permit, ride slip and score sheet to an MVC Agency to receive your license and pay the $6 license fee

Possible reasons you can fail the road test
You lack the equipment required by state regulations
Have no helmet
Have unapproved goggles or face shield
Your horn cannot be heard from at least 100 feet away

jerseykat1 · #22 (**permalink**) 10-06-2008, 07:59 AM

by true definition of moped my modified bicycle is not a moped. But i suppose NJ decided to take it upon themselves to redefine the definition of a moped.

jerseykat1 · #23 (**permalink**) 10-06-2008, 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wheel Rush

TOPIC - MOTORIZED VEHICLES
Question: Is it illegal to use a moped in East Greenwich Township?
Answer: NJ Moped laws state you be at least 15 years old to get a moped permit.
After you pass a written test. you can drive during daylight hours only.
After you pass a road test you get a permanent moped license. Any one that has
an automobile license can drive a moped with no special license. You must wear a helmet,
have a registration, insurance and license plate. Insurance is $78.00 a year at this time.
Pedals required, 25mph maximum speed and 1.5 brake horsepower.
This law was effective in June of 1983.

My question is what constitutes 1.5 brake horsepower,

I don't see any cc specs in this one ?

Hey ! I'm Mad AS **** And I'm Not Going To Take Any More !!

how do you register a modified bicycle wouldn't it require the bicycle to have a VIN number and a title of which i have neither.

Weedylot · #24 (**permalink**) 10-06-2008, 02:15 PM

I'm gonna go slightly off topic but follow my thinking here: one possible scenario is that the state has deliberately created a Catch-22.
A long time ago the State of Arizona shocked the nation when it offered tax stamps on illegal drugs and herbs. Their claim was that if you had the proper stamps for your stash, the state couldn't seize your property and any other assets (claiming unpaid taxes on your stash). On the surface this seems like an extraordinary kindness extended by "The Man" but it was a sinister way of getting gullible people who trusted in government to incriminate themselves.

Sometimes it is better to ask forgiveness than to ask permission.