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Texas Moped Registration Fee Calculator

Registering a moped or motor scooter in Texas costs $30 per year, plus a $33 title. A motorcycle license or endorsement is required. Liability insurance is required.

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

Your moped

Estimated annual cost
$30.00/ year
  • Registration
    $30.00
One-time fees (first registration)
  • Certificate of title
    $33.00
One-time total: $33.00

Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-27. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.

Texas moped fees (2026)

FeeAmount
Registration (per year)$30
Certificate of title$33

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

Good to know

  • Texas defines a moped as having an engine of 50cc or less, a top speed of 30 mph or less. Exceed any one of those and the vehicle is legally a motorcycle in Texas — a different (usually higher) fee, and typically a motorcycle license, title, and insurance.
  • County fees add $0–$21.50 on top of the $30 state registration, plus a $4.75 processing fee.
  • Texas requires a Class M license and a passing safety inspection.
  • The title fee is county-dependent (about $28–$33).

What determines moped registration cost in Texas?

  • 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 Texas?

Yes — Texas requires a motorcycle license or endorsement for a moped. The minimum age is 15.

How much does it cost to register a moped in Texas?

Registration costs $30 per year, plus a $33 certificate of title.

Is a 50cc scooter a moped in Texas?

Texas defines a moped as having an engine of 50cc or less, a top speed of 30 mph or less. Exceed any one of those and the vehicle is legally a motorcycle in Texas — a different (usually higher) fee, and typically a motorcycle license, title, and insurance.

Do you have to wear a helmet on a moped in Texas?

Riders under 21 must wear a helmet in Texas.

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Official Texas resources

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

Texas DMV ↗☎ (888) 368-4689txdmv.gov — fee source ↗

Data last reviewed 2026-07-27.