Is 49cc the same as 50cc?

The difference between a 49cc and 50cc engine is just one cubic centimeter of displacement. Some scooters marketed and sold as having 50cc engines may actually have 49cc engines, and you can bore out the cylinders on a scooter engine by 1cc or 2cc when reringing the pistons to make a worn engine run as if new again.

What does 49cc stand for?

We measure this volume of space by cubic centimeters (cc), meaning a 49cc moped has a total piston displacement of up to 49.4 cubic centimeters and a 50cc moped has a piston displacement of between 49.5 cubic centimeters and 50.4 cubic centimeters.

Can you ride a 50cc moped on a motorway?

If you are 16 years old and pass a CBT with a provisional licence, you will be entitled to ride any 49cc scooter or motorcycle restricted to 28mph. You must display L-plates, cannot carry passengers or go on motorways. The minimum age requirement for this type of license is 17 years old.

What is the difference between a 50cc and 150cc moped?

The engine size in the previous case is 50cc whereas in the later it is 150cc. 50cc scooters can reach at 40 mph, while 150cc scooters can go up to 65-70 mph. Because tires in 50cc scooters are smaller (10″- 13″) than 150cc scooters (a maximum of around 16″), they don’t suit rough territory.

How many mpg does a 50cc moped do?

How many mpg does a 50cc moped get? For any Direct Bikes 50cc moped, you can get a minimum of 100mpg. This is great value for money and will ensure that you can pick up the pace and cover large distances economically.

What does 50 cc mean to a moped?

A 50cc moped, by definition is restricted to 35mph. If it can go faster, it becomes a scooter and in most places is then classified as a motorcycle. That said, deristricted 50cc scooters vary in their top speed. Most commonly, anywhere from 45-50mph, depending on how much the rider weighs.

Do you need drivers license for a 50cc moped?

50cc or Smaller: Some states require a regular drivers license or learners permit; others don’t require any licensing, mandating only that you be a certain age. Larger than 50cc: Requires a regular drivers license with a motorcycle endorsement. Before pursuing a particular license, check your state’s requirements. Keep in mind that many states use other names for scooters and mopeds such as motorized bikes or bicycles, low-speed motorcycles, and even motorcycles.