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Scooter or moped: what's the difference?

Are you looking to buy a moped or scooter, or have you just bought one? While looking for the right insurance, you will probably come across many different terms. Scooter. Moped. Moped. Moped. Scooter. Confusing! We'd be happy to explain the difference here.

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What is a scooter?

A scooter is a motorised two-wheeler with two small, wide wheels. Scooter is a collective term for all two-wheeled vehicles that meet this description. A moped or a scooter is therefore the same as a scooter. That is why a moped is sometimes called a scooter. A moped, motorbike or motorbike also fall under the category of scooters.

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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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Do you own a moped? Then you probably shouldn't think about it being damaged or stolen. By taking out a good moped insurance you are insured in case of damage, accident and theft. At Brommerverzekering.nl you can compare different insurers. This way you will get the best coverage at the lowest premium. You can choose from different coverages. So you can customize your moped insurance to suit your personal needs.

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