is a 14 year old aloud to drive a 49cc gas scooter in my neighborhood in Los Angele's, CA?

bobly207

Im just wondering, i just want one so i can go to my friends house without having my mom/dad drive me.
would i need to get something less powerful, but my neighborhood is very hilly so i don't want to get an electric scooter, there are a couple of cops one my street so should i ask them first if i am able to?
oh and if you could find one on like criagslist or ebay (buy it now only) for under $270 that would be great.

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The California Vehicle Code does not require registration, license plates to be displayed or the scooter to be insured....

Even though insurance is not required, owners of these scooters should contact their insurance company to determine if coverage is available.

An operator of a motorized scooter must be at least 16 years old, possess a valid drivers license or instruction permit, and wear a helmet.

A motorized scooter may be operated on a bicycle path, trail or bikeway, but not on a sidewalk. On the roadway, it must be operated in the bicycle lane, if there is one. On roads without bicycle lanes, motorized scooters may operate where the speed limit is 25 mph or less, and shall be ridden as close to the right hand curb as possible, except to pass or turn left.

Are there any laws against riding kick scooters on sidewalks or streets in California? Is a helmet required?

Ibrahim

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By "kick scooter" I take it you mean a nonmotorized scooter. Whether they could be operated on the sidewalk would be a matter for local regulation (city or county). It is not true that bicycles can never be ridden on the sidewalk--some cities (e.g. Los Angeles) permit it if done safely. It would appear that nonmotorized scooters can lawfully be ridden in the street, since Veh C 21212 says that a person under 18 must wear a helmet when riding a nonmotorized scooter upon a street, bikeway, or trail. Whether a helmet would be required on the sidewalk would, again, be a matter for local regulation.

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Where can u buy helmets and a basket for my bike?

Nikki

I live in LA so is there anywhere I can buy it from? I was thinking of Costco or ...?? Help :)

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Bicycle shop. Say it with me B-I-C-Y-C-L-E S-H-O-P See Google links below...

http://www.google.com/#hl=en&sugexp=les%3B&gs_rn=1&gs_ri=hp&gs_mss=bicycle%20shop%20lo%20&cp=17&gs_id=2x&xhr=t&q=bicycle+shop+los+angeles+ca&pf=p&tbo=d&biw=1024&bih=653&sclient=psy-ab&oq=bicycle+shop+los++&gs_l=&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.&bvm=bv.1355534169,d.aWM&fp=edf8435073bcf94&bpcl=40096503

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=bicycle+shop+los+angeles+ca&hl=en&fb=1&gl=us&hq=bicycle+shop&hnear=Los+Angeles,+California&t=m&z=12

LOS ANGELES CA STAPLES CENTER- GLOWSTICKS? LIGHTS?

Shay

I'm going to the Taylor Swift August 23rd show at the Los Angeles Staples Center and was planning on wearing literally a 100 glow sticks on my body! (arms, legs, waist, etc). The last Taylor concert (Speak Now about 2 years ago) I got away with bringing a few (maybe 10?) glowsticks in my purse but didn't know at the time whether or not they were permitted. The Staples Center website does NOT specifically say no glowsticks but I've seen on random forums online saying that they don't allow them. Has anyone worn glowsticks OR led lights OR el wire on your body into the concert at Staples Center?


This is from the Staples Center website:
The following is a partial list of items that are prohibited at all STAPLES Center events and is subject to change. Please contact Guest Services for specific policies/information.

Weapons, pepper spray/mace, flares, fireworks
Food, beverage, alcohol, cans, bottles, flasks, coolers, drugs, illegal substances
Pamphlets, product samples
Skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, helmets, chairs, beach balls
Laptop/Tablet computers, 2-way radios, laser pointers, flashlights
Balloons, permanent markers, spay paint
Noise making devices: air horns, drums, whistles
Cameras: no flash/professional photography, tripods or monopods
Recording Devices: audio or video
Bags (backpacks, large bags, suitcases, luggage): may not be larger than 14" x 14" Signs/Flags/Banners/Posters: may not be larger than 11" x 17" or attached to a pole/stick

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Hmm............. the tickets AREN'T cheap, so why risk doing something that could get you removed, or denied entry. Don't sound like a very smart idea to me. . Leave the Glo-Sticks home, and enjoy the concert.

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what thinds do i need to have and consider on buying and driving a scooter in CA Los Angeles?

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Justin F

im driving a car to work, school and gym and i think i can save some time(for parking hunting and traffic time) and gas also my work and school is only 10-15 miles from my house.

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Operation of Motorized Scooters: Prohibitions
21235. The operator of a motorized scooter shall not do any of the following:

(a) Operate a motorized scooter unless it is equipped with a brake that will enable the operator to make a braked wheel skid on dry, level, clean pavement.

(b) Operate a motorized scooter on a highway with a speed limit in excess of 25 miles per hour unless the motorized scooter is operated within a class II bicycle lane.

(c) Operate a motorized scooter without wearing a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet that meets the standards described in Section 21212.

(d) Operate a motorized scooter without a valid driverâs license or instruction permit.

(e) Operate a motorized scooter with any passengers in addition to the operator.

(f) Operate a motorized scooter carrying any package, bundle, or article that prevents the operator from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars.

(g) Operate a motorized scooter upon a sidewalk, except as may be necessary to enter or leave adjacent property.

(h) Operate a motorized scooter on the highway with the handlebars raised so that the operator must elevate his or her hands above the level of his or her shoulders in order to grasp the normal steering grip area.

(i) Leave a motorized scooter lying on its side on any sidewalk, or park a motorized scooter on a sidewalk in any other position, so that there is not an adequate path for pedestrian traffic.

(j) Attach the motorized scooter or himself or herself while on the roadway, by any means, to any other vehicle on the roadway.

Added Sec. 5, Ch. 722, Stats. 1999. Effective January 1, 2000.
Amended Sec. 8, Ch. 755, Stats. 2004. Effective January 1, 2005.

does anyone know any safe routes for bicyclists?

alina z

My dad loves riding bicycles. On august 7 2009 my dad got in accident while riding his bike. He is recovering from the accident and is ready to ride bikes again. But he ride his bike where there is traffic and people. So if anyone knows where there are safe bike routes near Los Angeles i would appreciate it.

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Glad he's recovered and ready to get aboard again.

There should be a bike route map for the LA area. This would show where the bike lanes are, and maybe the trail systems. Check with the city street department about this. Or, a local bike shop.

There is no totally safe place to ride where vehicles and bikes mix.

Your dad should be wearing jerseys that will catch the eye of motorist. Bright orange, yellow, or white are good. A slow moving vehicle sign on the back of the bike is hard to miss. He should be obeying all traffic laws and ride predictably. And wear a helmet.

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Where can u buy helmets and a basket for my bike?

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Nikki

I live in LA so is there anywhere I can buy it from? I was thinking of Costco or ...?? Help :)

Answer
Bicycle shop. Say it with me B-I-C-Y-C-L-E S-H-O-P See Google links below...

http://www.google.com/#hl=en&sugexp=les%3B&gs_rn=1&gs_ri=hp&gs_mss=bicycle%20shop%20lo%20&cp=17&gs_id=2x&xhr=t&q=bicycle+shop+los+angeles+ca&pf=p&tbo=d&biw=1024&bih=653&sclient=psy-ab&oq=bicycle+shop+los++&gs_l=&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.&bvm=bv.1355534169,d.aWM&fp=edf8435073bcf94&bpcl=40096503

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=bicycle+shop+los+angeles+ca&hl=en&fb=1&gl=us&hq=bicycle+shop&hnear=Los+Angeles,+California&t=m&z=12

LOS ANGELES CA STAPLES CENTER- GLOWSTICKS? LIGHTS?

Emily

I'm going to the Taylor Swift August 23rd show at the Los Angeles Staples Center and was planning on wearing literally a 100 glow sticks on my body! (arms, legs, waist, etc). The last Taylor concert (Speak Now about 2 years ago) I got away with bringing a few (maybe 10?) glowsticks in my purse but didn't know at the time whether or not they were permitted. The Staples Center website does NOT specifically say no glowsticks but I've seen on random forums online saying that they don't allow them. Has anyone worn glowsticks OR led lights OR el wire on your body into the concert at Staples Center?


This is from the Staples Center website:
The following is a partial list of items that are prohibited at all STAPLES Center events and is subject to change. Please contact Guest Services for specific policies/information.

Weapons, pepper spray/mace, flares, fireworks
Food, beverage, alcohol, cans, bottles, flasks, coolers, drugs, illegal substances
Pamphlets, product samples
Skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, helmets, chairs, beach balls
Laptop/Tablet computers, 2-way radios, laser pointers, flashlights
Balloons, permanent markers, spay paint
Noise making devices: air horns, drums, whistles
Cameras: no flash/professional photography, tripods or monopods
Recording Devices: audio or video
Bags (backpacks, large bags, suitcases, luggage): may not be larger than 14" x 14" Signs/Flags/Banners/Posters: may not be larger than 11" x 17" or attached to a pole/stick

Answer
Hmm............. the tickets AREN'T cheap, so why risk doing something that could get you removed, or denied entry. Don't sound like a very smart idea to me. . Leave the Glo-Sticks home, and enjoy the concert.

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i got a new bike for my birthday, how can i ride it to work? there is a ginormous hill and i fear i will never

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serrsly

make it up! and no side walks. its real twisty and turny and when i ride it back home i am afraid of getting hit by a car.
how can i train myself to make it up this huge hill?
and where else can i ride it too, all by myself?
can you just lock it up to anything when you go into a store or library or somewhere?
or is it prone to being stolen? or illegal or what?

give me any other info as well. i am excited about the bike but i don't know what to do with it.,i know it seems like a dumb question but i guess im not very bright.

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It's so nice to hear that you got a bike and are excited to ride it! This is bike to work week, so with any luck, you won't be the only cyclist on the road.

Bikes are considered vehicles and should be ridden on the road or on bike paths - not on sidewalks. Although it can be a little intimidating to ride on the road, it is actually much safer, as you are more likely to be seen by traffic. If the main roads you take to work have heavy traffic that makes you nervous, see if you can map a route on smaller streets with less traffic - often streets you wouldn't want to drive on are great for cycling. Car drivers, for the most part, are used to looking at the road for cyclists; often times they do not expect bikes on the sidewalks and cannot react quickly enough to stop if you are crossing the street in the crosswalk rather than in the proper line of traffic, so do try to do the bulk of your riding in the street.

Wearing a helmet is always the safest practice to protect yourself from injury. I fell into the "I'm too cool for a helmet" camp until I was involved in an accident. I suffered a head injury that would have been much less serious if I had been wearing a helmet, which was a good wake-up call. I now wear one religiously, even if I am just doing a short ride on a bike path. If you will be riding at dusk or into the evening, also invest in a front and rear light. This will make you more visible to car drivers and most states require them on bicycles out after sunset.

You can ride your bike on any street except freeways, and bikes are great for running tedious errands like returning a video or running to the store for a few items. It's more pleasant to be on a bike than to be driving, and can be equally as fast; here in Los Angeles, riding a bike just about anywhere takes the same time or less than driving a car simply because traffic is so bad and parking so hard to find.

Riding up big hills will take training - as you get stronger, you will be able to make it. As the other answers said, as you are starting out, try to make it as far as you can and walk the rest of the way. Day by day you will make progress until you are sailing over the top. One helpful hint is get your momentum up in anticipation of the climb and shift into an easier gear BEFORE you actually start climbing the hill and accordingly shift into easier gears before you are at your limit.

As the other answers said, ALWAYS lock your bike when leaving it unattended. Bike thieves are quick and unlocked bikes are their prime target. I recommend getting a good U-lock at a bike shop. Kryptonite locks are great and offer a free insurance program; if the lock is broken and your bike stolen, they will issue a check to you to cover your loss. At the bike shop, an employee can show you the proper way to lock your bike, normally locking the rear wheel and the frame to a stationary object like a bike rack, parking meter, tall sign, or a fence. You can either get a second lock for your front wheel or a strong cable to run from the lock on the rear to the front wheel. Whatever you decide, always lock both of the wheels if they are quick release - a bike thief is happy to walk off with one of your wheels, even if he or she can't get the whole bike.

Other accessories that you might want to invest in (later down the line, perhaps, once you know how much you use the bike) include cycling gear, a different saddle, a rack, and panniers or other storage systems. If you do longer rides, a good pair of cycling shorts will keep you comfortable with the padded chamois (you wear cycling shorts without underwear to cut down on chafing and wick the sweat away - both of which helps prevent saddle sores) - they make less "bikey" looking designs like loose fitting shorts and shorts with little skirts over them if you don't want to wear Lycra alone. A more padded saddle can help keep you comfortable as well. If you do end up commuting a lot, a rack and panniers/bags area great way to carry your things without straining your back.

My advice for right now is to get out and ride to work and for pleasure. You can purchase additional items as they seem necessary - there's no rush.

Happy cycling!

Traffic school Questions. T or F? Multiple Choice.?

MJ

14. A minor adjustment to your seatbelt may be the difference between life and death.
â¢true â¢false

15. According to a new study on traffic congestion, Los Angeles area drivers spent approximately three weeks of their lives sitting in traffic.
â¢true â¢false

16. Bicycle helmets can reduce head injuries by _________%.
35 55 75 85
17. A green painted curb indicates limited time parking and the time will be marked on a nearby curb or sign.
â¢true â¢false
18. Forfeiting the right of way to other drivers does not prevent accidents.
â¢true â¢false

Answer
14. true
15. true
16. 85
17. ture
18. false

good luck

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