Licence to Thrill: Moped, Scooter & Motorbike Licensing in New South Wales
What is a moped or a scooter?
Let’s get technical…
Under Australian Road Legislation these vehicles are defined as:
Moped: 2 wheeler motorcycle with a motor capacity that does not exceed 50cc (ICE) or 4000W (EV) and a maximum speed of 50 km/h.
Motorcycle (Scooter): 2 wheeled motorcycle with a motor capacity typically larger than 50cc (ICE) or 4000W (EV) and can exceed speeds of 50 km/h.
Fun fact: Even if the vehicle meets the capacity/power criteria but the vehicle exceeds the 50km/h limit then this is regarded a motorcycle/scooter and will be required to meet different rules for ADR (Australia Design Rules) compliance and licensing.
Licence required to use an electric moped in New South Wales
To ride a moped in New South Wales, you need to hold a rider licence. Unlike some other states in Australia where you can ride a moped with a car licence, in NSW you cannot.
Licence required to use an electric scooter in New South Wales
To legally ride a scooter in New South Wales, you must have a learner riders licence. The learner rider licence is the first step in the Motorcycle Graduated Licensing Scheme (MGLS), which qualifies you to ride a scooter on NSW roads. To get your learner licence, you need to:
Be at least 16 years and 9 months of age
Complete the pre-learner course if you live in a declared area, where rider training is available
Pass the rider knowledge test.
You don't need to have a car driver licence to apply for a rider licence.
From here you can progress to a provisional P1 licence, then provisional P2 licence and finally your full riders licence.
This structured approach ensures that you develop the necessary skills and experience to handle a more powerful vehicle safely on NSW roads. For more information, visit the nsw.gov.au website.
Benzina Zero Duo+ electric scooter
Which Benzina Zero models can you use with what licence?
Our model range of electric moped and scooters cater to different licensing requirements. Below is a simple list of mopeds and scooters that you can ride based on what licence you carry in New South Wales:
Riders licence:
Understanding the licensing requirements is crucial before you make a purchase or hit the road. Always ensure you have the correct licence for the vehicle you intend to ride to enjoy a safe and thrilling experience on New South Wale’s roads.