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cherylbrv


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Not sure if this is the right section to post this question....

Just a bit of background:  When we hit the road fulltime (within the year I hope), DH and I both plan to work part time to supplement his pension.  He is an independent field technician in the computer field and the contracting companies he works for are nationwide, so he can get gigs pretty much anywhere.  As for me, I've been an administrative professional and plan to either go virtual and/or sign up with an admin temp agency (like Manpower) where I can apply in one location and they have a nationwide database so I don't have to reapply in every city I visit and want to work.

We're planning on going with a 5th wheeler.  DH can use the TV to get to his jobs (since he carries tools and ladders, he would need the space).  He also has a motorcycle for shorter, more economical stints).  I am planning to dump my car but I don't want a motorcycle; I'd prefer a scooter - the kind that goes 55+ mph and can be used on a highway if necessary.  The plan would be to camp or boondock within 10 miles of wherever the gigs are.

Now my question -- every state has different requirements for registering and having a license regarding mopeds and scooters (we live in NJ, but plan on changing our permanent domicile to FL).  That means if I'm riding my scooter to a job in FL, the rules may be different when I'm riding it to a job in CO.

How do I handle using the same vehicle in different states when each state has different rules?

I know the same problem applies to towing a third vehicle (a car or other hitch on the back of a 5th wheel or TT), where it is illegal in certain states.  What folks do is take the really long route and bypass those states.

Thanks, and sorry this post is so long.



-- Edited by cherylbrv on Thursday 7th of April 2011 03:50:53 PM

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Jim01


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I don't think a scooter would be any different than a motorcycle. If it's street legal and registered, with all the nessary lights and equipment you should be able to ride it in any state just like your husband rides his bike.

Jim

 



-- Edited by Jim01 on Thursday 7th of April 2011 05:52:12 PM

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I think the 125cc and up scooters are street legal with the right equipment and shouldn't be a problem. Pretty much what Jim just said...



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If your desire is to just go 55 mph and under, think about a 50 CC.  In most states, like Georgia & Florida, you don't even have to register or tag them.  Most 50 CC scooters will get you up to 50+ mph.  Also 100+ mpg.  Test ride one before you buy, you might be surprised.   I used to be a "scooter nut", but a pretty bad motorcycle accident out of my control broke my spirit.  Four wheels only.

 

 



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IMO you will want a fully road capable scoot. Something that can cruise with the traffic flow. That precludes small scooters that you can only ride on the shoulder or that you can barely keep at 50 mph. Something like a 250 cc Majestic would be ideal for what you have in mind, and would be far more useful You can carry groceries on it, you can ride with your husband for a day trip, and you can stay with any traffic flow. Plus, they are not real heavy.

You would want a MC license no matter which way you go, assuming the scooter has tags on it. And in order to guarantee riding it everywhere you are going to have to tag it. So thus the MC license.

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