Motorcycles and Mopeds

Forged in iron and steeped in motor oil, the history of BMW motorcycles boils down to one thing - the quest for perfect rider's machine. From the early days of aero-engineering, through prosperity and hard times, BMW's commitment to excellence has never...

A moped is typically a two wheeled vehicle resembling a motorbike. The differences between a motorbike and a mopeds are difficult to quantify, but typically will include some of the following factors.
Modern mopeds will often have a step through design rather than a motorbikes step over mounting system. Most mopeds are also equipped with an automatic transmission as opposed to a manual transmission on most motorbikes. Perhaps one of the main attractions...

Mopeds and Scooters are becoming increasingly popular due to their lower running costs and purchase prices, indeed even the insurance can be very reasonable. So what are the differences between the two types of vehicle?
Design
A gas moped is a street legal 50cc motorcycle powered by gas. The original, older mopeds will generally have pedals to start the engine and were one of the first hybrid vehicles, using human pedal power to start the engine and a gas motor to power it...

Mopeds are low-powered motorcycles which are generally defined as having engines of 50cc or less. Subject to certain qualifying factors, they can usually be driven by people too young to drive a car.
1. What is a Moped?
In the UK, a moped is defined as a motorcycle which has an engine capacity of no more than 50cc and which is designed to achieve a speed of no more than 50 kph (roughly 30mph). They should not be powered by pedals otherwise they are not defined as mopeds...