Is a special license required for scooters?
Well the answer to this question is both a yes and a no. It depends on the size of engine you select. This discussion pertains only to the State of Illinois and will differ in other parts of the country. Since the scooter is a “street legal” vehicle, a driver’s license is required to operate it on all streets, roads, and highways in Illinois. However, if the engine is under 50cc and the speed is 30 MPH or less, only a standard driver’s license is required. You will need an “l” endorsement on your license if you choose to operate a scooter in the 55cc to 15o cc range. An “M” endorsement is needed for any scooter over 150cc in size. Either the “L” or the “M” endorsement may be obtained from the state DMV office with a simple written test (usually about 10 questions) and a short and easy riding test. The State of Illinois pamphlet regarding these rules and tests are available at either your local DMV or at Illini Scooters. Also it should be noted that all street legal scooters operated in
