Motorbike license (insurance, drivers license, cars)

[b1gf00t92]

Does one need a license to ride a motorbike around town if in the shoulder lane not on the actual street where cars go? If yes, why?

[brown_dog_us]

Are you asking if you need a license plate on the vehicle or a drivers license? Also, are you asking about motorcycles or scooters? Finally, do you mean the riding it in the bike lane, shoulder right of white line on road, or sidewalk?

[reed303]

See Department of Revenue - Division of Motor Vehicles:Low-Power Scooter to see what your minibike is classified as.

If, as a motorized vehicle, it is classified as a "Low Power Scooter", then a $5.85 license sticker is required, and a valid Operator's License, and insurance is required

Generally, anything that is motorized is treated like a car, not like a bicycle. Some exceptions are:
Vehicles commonly known as mini bikes, pocket bikes, kamikaze boards, go-peds, and standup scooters as well as off-highway vehicles such as ATVs and snowmobiles are not approved for travel on the public highway.

[Mike from back east]

Just call the local police dept but not the 911 line; they'll give you a good answer on the spot. They don't mind calls like this, that's their job.