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North Dakota Moped Registration Fee Calculator

Registering a moped or motor scooter in North Dakota costs $25 per year, plus a $5 title. Any valid driver's license works — no motorcycle endorsement needed. Liability insurance is required.

Verified against official North Dakota sources on 2026-07-27. How we verify fees.

Your moped

Estimated annual cost
$25.00/ year
  • Registration
    $25.00
One-time fees (first registration)
  • Certificate of title
    $5.00
One-time total: $5.00

Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-27.

North Dakota moped fees (2026)

FeeAmount
Registration (per year)$25
Certificate of title$5

Fees shown are the North Dakota state schedule, verified 2026-07-27. Use the calculator above for an itemized estimate including title and one-time fees.

Good to know

  • North Dakota defines a moped as having an engine of 50cc or less, no more than 2 brake horsepower, a top speed of 30 mph or less, operable pedals. Exceed any one of those and the vehicle is legally a motorcycle in North Dakota — a different (usually higher) fee, and typically a motorcycle license, title, and insurance.
  • Electric mopeds pay an additional $20/yr electric motorcycle road-use fee.
  • Mopeds carry motorcycle plates; personalized plates add $25/yr.

What determines moped registration cost in North Dakota?

  • State registration fee
  • Engine size / top speed (moped vs. motorcycle)
  • Title fee
  • License or endorsement class

Frequently asked questions

Do you need a license for a moped in North Dakota?

Yes — any valid driver's license is enough in North Dakota; no motorcycle endorsement is needed. The minimum age is 16.

How much does it cost to register a moped in North Dakota?

Registration costs $25 per year, plus a $5 certificate of title.

Is a 50cc scooter a moped in North Dakota?

North Dakota defines a moped as having an engine of 50cc or less, no more than 2 brake horsepower, a top speed of 30 mph or less, operable pedals. Exceed any one of those and the vehicle is legally a motorcycle in North Dakota — a different (usually higher) fee, and typically a motorcycle license, title, and insurance.

Do you have to wear a helmet on a moped in North Dakota?

Riders under 18 must wear a helmet in North Dakota.

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Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.

Data last reviewed 2026-07-27.