During the state inspection of a 49cc scooter, does the inspector have to actually drive it?

Question

I'm not asking if they have to run the engine for emissions testing. I mean, do they actually have to drive it down the street.

Thanks.

Answer 1

A Brake function road test is required.

The test can be done by the owner of the bike while being observed by the inspector,

or by the Inspector IF they have a bike license.

Most Inspectors DONT.

If you have any prefference ,,,ask beforehand.

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http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/vi/inspecti...

20.04 Motorcycle, Motor-Driven Cycle, and Moped Brake Requirements. Every motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, and moped, at all times and under all conditions of loading, upon application of the service brake pedal or control, shall be capable of:

1. Developing a brake force that is not less than 43.5% of its gross weight, OR

2. Decelerating to a stop from not more than 20 miles per hour at not less than 14 feet per second, OR

3. Stopping from a speed of 20 miles per hour in not more than 30 feet, such distance to be measured from the point at which movement of the service brake pedal or control begins.

Motorcycles shall be provided with adequate brakes on all wheels. Sidecars are not required to have brakes when braking performance of the motorcycle or motor-driven cycle is met. Motor-driven cycles and mopeds are required to have brakes on at least the rear wheel. During the brake road test, a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or moped may be driven by its owner or operator with certified inspector observing the braking performance at the brake test area if the certified inspector is not licensed to operate a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or moped.

Answer 2

No,not in Texas anyway.