What counts as a 50cc scooter
In Queensland it is called a moped. It has an engine of 50 mL or less, or an electric motor, and a top speed of 50 km/h as rated by the maker.
CAR LICENCE HOLDERS
Have a car licence? Ride a 50cc scooter.
Ride our 50cc scooters on the car licence you already have. Small weekly payments. Brisbane pickup.
Who can apply
Your car licence is enough for a 50cc scooter. Here is what you need.
- You are 18 or older.
- You hold a car licence: learner, provisional (P1 or P2) or open. An overseas car licence is fine too.
- Your income shows in your bank statements.
Have these ready
- Photos of your car licence, front and back.
- Recent bank statements. Connect your bank online or upload a PDF.
- Your bank account (BSB and account number) for your weekly payment.
Want a bigger bike one day? See the steps to a motorcycle licence.
Pick your scooter
Open a scooter to change the term and see your weekly.
50cc scooters
Ride these on a car licence.
Car licence
Zoot Metro 50
A sporty 50cc scooter with fuel injection and LED lights.
From $79.09 a week
over 12 months
Car licence
Zoot City 50
A light, simple 50cc scooter for short trips around town.
From $62.45 a week
over 12 months
Car licence
Zoot City XS 50
Low and light, made for shorter riders and first-time riders.
From $59.26 a week
over 12 months
Car licence
Car licence
Want a bigger bike?
Our 110cc and 125cc bikes need a motorcycle licence. Your car licence is the first step. These are the main steps to an RE learner licence.
- 1Hold your car licence for 1 yearA provisional or open car licence, held for at least 1 year.
- 2Do the Q-Ride pre-learner courseA short course to get you ready to ride.
- 3Pass the knowledge testThen you get your RE learner licence. You can ride our LAMS approved bikes with a supervisor and an L plate.
110cc and 125cc
Ride these on a motorcycle licence.
LAMS approvedHonda Dio 110
Light commuter scooter. City runaround that still takes a delivery bag.
From $54.19 a week
over 12 months
LAMS approvedSuzuki Address
The workhorse 110. Quiet, cheap to run, built for daily kilometres.
From $53.72 a week
over 24 months
LAMS approvedHonda CB125
Naked 125. A step up when the scooter has earned its keep.
From $64.50 a week
over 24 months
LAMS approved
LAMS approved
LAMS approved
Zoot Suburban 125
Made for longer commutes, with a big 16 inch front wheel.
From $85.70 a week
over 12 months
Prices are for personal use, paid weekly, with $400 upfront. Apply shows your weekly before you send anything. On-road costs and fees as shown on the Fee Chart.
Riding a 50cc scooter on a car licence
The Queensland Government rules, in plain words.
Which car licence
A provisional (P1 or P2) or open car licence lets you ride one. On a car learner licence you can apply too. When you ride, follow the Queensland learner rules, such as riding with a supervisor.
Ride alone
On a car licence you must not carry a passenger.
Wear an approved helmet
Moped riders follow the motorcycle road rules. Wear an approved motorcycle helmet, done up.
- Licence types and classes (qld.gov.au)
- Motorcycle road rules, including helmets (qld.gov.au)
- Getting a learner motorcycle licence (qld.gov.au)
This is a summary, not legal advice. Check the official pages for your own situation.
Questions
How fast does a 50cc scooter go?
A moped has a top speed of 50 km/h, as rated by the maker.
Can I ride a 50cc scooter for delivery?
Yes, when you ride it legally on your licence. Each app sets its own rules, so check yours when you sign up. Riding for delivery is business use: see the page for food delivery riders.
How do I move up to a bigger bike?
Hold your car licence for at least 1 year, do the Q-Ride pre-learner course and pass the knowledge test. With your RE learner licence you can ride our LAMS approved 110cc and 125cc bikes.
Ride a 50cc scooter on the car licence you have.
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