Information Guide

When buying a moped or scooter, make sure that: 

• you have enough leg room
• you are comfortably seated
• the height of the seat allows you to place your feet on the ground, which is essential to keeping your balance at stops

If possible, ask for a road test. That way, you can check to see if you like driving the moped or scooter.

Go over every aspect of the warranty. In general, warranties have a one- to three-year term.

In addition to the cost of the vehicle, you must be prepared to buy a helmet, clothing and a few accessories, as well as pay for vehicle registration, a driver's licence and property damage insurance.

• Lock
• Protective cover for outside parking and winter storage
• Storage box

• In Québec, all road vehicles must be registered (although the Highway Safety Code provides for a few exceptions to this rule). To find out how much it costs to register a moped or scooter for the current year, refer to the following page: Cost of Registration Renewal for the Current Year – Mopeds and Scooters.
• Shop around for your property damage insurance; prices vary appreciably from one insurer to another.

See the Helmets and Protective Clothing buyer's guide