Fishers residents are being reminded of laws governing cycles with motors, particularly mopeds.

Below is a release issued by local police on those rules.

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Fishers Chief of Police George Kehl would like residents to be aware of the state law pertaining to motor driven cycles.

• No more mopeds, scooters, or motorized bicycles…they are all motor driven cycles.
• All must be registered and plated
• Operators and passengers under the age of 18 must wear a helmet
• Divides into two categories;
  • Class A MDCs
    • Greater than 50cc
    • Require Insurance
    • Require Operators License
  • Class B MDCs
    • 50cc or less
    • No license, no insurance
    • Requires ID

• Class B requirements
  • 15 years old
  • ID card with MDC Endorsement
  • No passengers
  • No interstates or sidewalks
  • Not faster than 35 mph

“I want to be sure that residents are aware of the laws relating to motor driven cycles and make sure that the riders operate in a responsible manner for their own safety and for the safety of others on the roadway” said Chief of Police George Kehl.
 
Anyone with questions regarding motor driven cycles is encouraged to call Sergeant Tom Weger at 317-595-3308.