| Do Scooters and Mopeds have to pay congestion charges? |
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NO! Besides a yearly insurance premium, the only other on-road fee is £15 for road tax. |
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| Do Scooters and Mopeds need to be locked when parked? |
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Yes, a disc lock will stop people wheeling the bike away or armoured
chain to fix the bike to either lamp posts or a bollard, these start
from £30 - £140.
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| Does my child need a license to ride a Moped or Scooter? |
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Yes, a provisional license is needed. Click here to request an application.
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| How much does a Moped cost, and what are the payment options? |
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A basic 50cc purchased new will start from around £1200 and will come with a manufacturer warranty. Used mopeds range from £600 and come with a 3 month warranty.
We can finance both new and used Scooters from £60 per
month (new), which is normally cheaper than a monthly travel
card. You can get a better idea of costs by looking at our Special Offers page.
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| How much is a service on a Moped? |
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A yearly maintenance service will cost £90 including VAT
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| How much will insurance cost? |
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It's best to get an actual quote. Lexham insurance is best priced for scooter/moped insurance - 0845 605 0546
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| Is Parking free for all scooters in London? |
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Each Borough is different. You'll want to familiarise yourself and your child with local parking regulations. |
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| Is there any training my child needs before riding a scooter ? |
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Yes. There is a compulsory 1 day training course called a CBT. Please look at our Motoden Training School page for more information. |
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| What age can my child start riding a scooter? |
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Your child can begin riding a scooter from age 16. |
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| What equipment does my child need to ride a Scooter? |
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Absolutely. Your child will need a good helmet, sturdy footwear, and protective gear, like gloves & protective jacket. |
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| What kind of Scooter can my child ride? |
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Your child can ride 50cc Moped/Scooter for ages 16, and up to 125cc for ages 17 and above. |
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