E-scooters are becoming more and more popular due to their practical handling and comfortable speeds. So you can easily cover short distances and reach your destination effortlessly. However, there are some requirements that an e-scooter must meet in order to obtain a road permit, among other things, the maximum speed plays a major role.
We go into detail about road approval and much more in our checklist. In our product recommendations, we have also compiled the best e-scooters with road approval in Germany for you, take a look and choose your favorite scooter.
- In Germany , only e-scooters that travel at a maximum speed of 20 km/h (10% tolerance) and have a maximum motor output of 500 watts can be registered for road use.
- In addition, your e-scooter needs a front and rear light, a bell and functioning brakes.
- As far as formalities are concerned, your e-scooter must be covered by liability insurance and must therefore have a license plate with an insurance sticker.
- Finally, you must apply for an operating license from the Federal Motor Vehicle Office in order to be able to operate your e-scooter on the road.
- Which scooter you should choose depends on your requirements. For example, do you place a lot of importance on a long battery life because you have to cover longer distances? Or do you have to transport the scooter regularly?
- Basically, however, the following aspects are advantageous:
- Foldable models are particularly practical because you can fold them up and take them with you at any time when you are on the road or the battery is running out.
- The e-scooter should withstand splashing water on rainy days, so you can ride in any weather without any problems.
- A height-adjustable handlebar adds comfort and safety as it adjusts to your height and you can regulate it better.
- With the e-scooter you may use both bike paths and the road.
- Riding an e-scooter is only possible from the age of 14.
- The measure of range/battery capacity is given in watt-hours (Kh).
- E-scooters that have a road permit in Germany can also be used in Austria.
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FAQ About E-Scooters With Registration In Germany
In Germany you can drive e-scooters from the age of 14.
E-scooters are available in a wide price range because they differ in their performance (motor, battery, range) and their equipment (tires, additional functions, etc.). There are good models from around 300 euros, but also e-scooters that cost between 1000 and 2500 euros. Which e-scooter is right for you must therefore be decided individually and according to your planned use and your wishes. We have put together the best e-scooters from a wide variety of price ranges for you.
In Germany it is clearly regulated whether an e-scooter is approved for road use or not. In addition to the basic equipment (front and rear lights, brakes, bell), the scooter must not drive faster than 20 km / h, have no more than 500 watts of engine power and it needs a visible insurance sticker (license plate) and liability insurance. Note that driving is only permitted from the age of 14 and the bike path or the road must be used. An operating license from the Federal Motor Vehicle Office is also required. Therefore, inform yourself before buying so that you do not spend a lot of money in order not to be allowed to drive at all or to risk a fine in the end. If you want to be on the safe side, take a look at our product guide, because we have summarized the best street-legal e-scooters.
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