People should be aware of those who offer mopeds and electric motorcycles. Many say Compulsory Traffic Accident Insurance (SOAT) and license plates are not required to circulate throughout the country.
To the contrary, any motorized bike is required to have SOAT, so in the event of a traffic accident, it will provide immediate and unconditional coverage to the victims. Driving without SOAT constitutes a very serious offense and the fine (M28) is S/504.
The Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MTC) is the governing body of transportation in Peru. Their Press Release dated 5/6/2019 specified, mopeds and motorcycles, like any motorized vehicle, must adhere to the transit laws
These vehicles are classified as Category L1 (maximum speed of 50 km) and L3 (speed greater than 50 km), under the National Vehicle Regulations. So they must be registered with the National Superintendent of Registries. In addition they must have the unique license plate.
Drivers of these vehicles must have a Class B driver’s license, which is processed in the provincial municipalities.