Transportation 79 helmets. Elsewhere, all riders under 16 must wear helmets. A state law requires that registered owners have their moped (49cc and larger) registered and safety inspected annually. To do so, owners must make an appointment at a Satellite City Hall. At a minimum, a valid CLASS 1 driver’s license or permit is required to legally operate a moped. Bill 53 now requires all Oahu mopeds to have mufflers or face misdemeanor charges that could result in up to a year in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,000. You’ll also need insurance. Without it, you won’t be able to have your two wheeled vehicle inspected. And you can’t register it without an inspection certificate. Most major insurance companies with offices in Hawaii will provide coverage. If you complete a Motorcycle Safety Program, you may score a discount on your insurance rates. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF Basic Rider Course) Hawaii edition is approved for use by the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) for Motorcycle Rider Education. Upon successful completion of the BRC course, qualified students who hold a State of Hawaii Class 2 Permit will be issued a licensing waiver. Visit Leeward.hawaii.edu/msfbasic. BEST RESOURCES: Satellite City Halls: www8.Honolulu.gov/CSD/Satellite-city-hall Driver’s License & Satellite City Hall Appointments: AlohaQ.honolulu.gov Renew Vehicle Registration: www8.Honolulu.gov/CSD/Motor-vehicle-registration Moped Owners & Drivers Details: www8.Honolulu.gov/CSDd/Moped-registration
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