Motor-Driven Cycle
Driver License Required
In Utah, you are required to have a driver license to drive a motor-driven cycle.
Endorsement Not Required
In Utah, you can drive a motor-driven cycle without an endorsement.
Motor-driven cycle means a motorcycle, moped and motorized bicycle having:
- An engine with less than 150 cubic centimeters displaced; or
- A motor that produces not more than five horsepower.
A motor-driven cycle does not include a:
- Electric personal assistive mobility device;
- Motor-assisted scooter; or
- Electric assisted bicycle.
MOPED
- A motor-driven cycle has pedals to permit propulsion by human power and a motor that produces not more than two brake horsepower.
- The motor cannot propel the cycle at a speed over 30 MPH on level ground.
- If an internal combustion engine is used, the displacement may not exceed 50 cubic centimeters.
- The moped must have a power drive system that functions directly or automatically without clutching or shifting by the rider after the drive system is engaged.
A moped does not include a:
- Motor-assisted scooter; or
- Electric assisted bicycle.