Scooter or moped: what's the difference?

What is a moped?

A moped is also often called a scooter. A moped has a maximum speed of 45 km/h. It happens regularly that a moped is tuned up so that it can go faster than 45 km/h. Although it can be done, it is not allowed. Although it is possible, it is not allowed. There is a speed limit for a reason. A moped has either an internal combustion engine of maximum 50cc or an electric motor with a maximum power of 4kW.

You must be at least 16 years old to ride a moped, and you also need a moped driving licence (AM). Do you already have a driving licence? Then you can also use it to ride a moped. Wearing a helmet on a moped is compulsory. A moped always has a yellow registration plate.

What is the difference between a scooter and a moped?

There is no difference between a moped and a scooter, because scooter is a collective term for all motorised two-wheelers. A moped is therefore in fact the same as a scooter. However, the term 'scooter' is used more often in popular speech. A good example of this is a Vespa. A Vespa is actually just a moped with a low entry level. Yet many people describe a Vespa as a scooter.

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