Ohio Moped Owners, what is involved in owning and registering?

It is best to register it. The new requirement is if the engine is 21cc or larger it must be registered and insured just like a bicycle. The way around that new law is to buy a moped that is older than the law. I think 2006 but call your local DMV to be sure. They changed the 20 mph rule since there was confussion in the old law. If it is 20cc or smaller it is considered a powered bicycle. But, another thing to consider is why not just get a powered bicycle. Do a search on the web. They have kits where you can buy a 20cc engine that mounts to any bicycle. As long as you get a kit that conforms to Ohio's 20cc requirement there is no speed requirment. However, 15-20mph is all you will get out of it. Then, when you cant afford the gas it is a bicycle. When you want to run the engine you just release the clutch and your off.