Moped riders
Advice and information for moped riders
Advice and information
A moped can be the answer to reducing fuel costs, gaining some independence, or just a great way to start getting into serious motorcycling. But it can also be fraught with dangers if approached in the wrong way.
For example; would you know which is the best type of moped for your needs? Would you know where, or more probably, where not to buy a moped? Would you know how to maintain your bike? Would you know what type of clothing to buy to keep you safe, warm and dry? Most importantly, do you know what you have to do to ensure you are riding legally? If you can answer “no” to any one of these questions, then use the links below to find your way to safe, legal and enjoyable riding.
Advice for moped riders
You can find links to advice for moped riders below, including the compulsory basic training course you usually have to take before you ride a moped or motorcycle on the road.
Compulsory basic training Derestriction of mopeds The Highway Code changesEducation and Training for moped riders
Somerset Road Safety is also able to offer bespoke road safety sessions to clubs and groups of all ages and requirements. For more information email roadsafety@somerset.gov.uk
On Ya Bike Pre-rider educationInformation for teachers
You can find details of the ‘Hitting the road’ DVD produced jointly by Somerset Road Safety and Richard Huish College and is designed to guide those wishing to start riding a moped through the process legally and safely.
Hitting the road