I have no idea what they’re playing at here. It’s already illegal to ride these types of motorized transports. See below. This is purely a money grab. If they enforce the current law, this would be a non issue.
From AI:
User: are dirt bikes street legalAI: Dirt bikes are not street legal straight from the factory. They are classified as off-highway vehicles (OHVs) and lack necessary equipment like headlights, turn signals, and DOT-approved tires. To legally ride on public roads, you either need to buy a factory-made dual-sport motorcycle or convert an off-road dirt bike.Making a Dirt Bike Street LegalConverting a standard dirt bike requires adding specific components to meet state and federal safety standards. You typically need to install:DOT-approved headlights (high/low beam) and taillightsBrake lights and illuminated license plate bracketTurn signals (required in most states)A horn loud enough to be heard from 200 feetAt least one rearview mirrorDOT-approved street-legal tiresA stator upgrade (often needed to handle the electrical load of the new lights)Titling and Registration (Illinois Specifics)Once the hardware is installed, the bike must pass a state inspection (if applicable in your area) and be registered at your local Illinois Secretary of State (SOS) Facility. You will need to provide proof of ownership, insurance, and pay registration fees to get a motorcycle license plate and street title.Because state titling laws can be strict, many riders use third-party services like Dirt Legal to simplify the out-of-state titling and registration process.
User: how about gas or electric scootersAI: In Illinois, motorized scooters are split into completely different legal categories based on their design, speed, and power source.1. Stand-Up Electric Scooters (Micromobility)If you are talking about stand-up electric scooters (like Lime, Bird, or personal Segway-style scooters), they are generally street legal without registration, but they face tight operational
restrictions.You can ride them on public streets with speed limits of 35 mph or lower, or in designated bike lanes.Where Under the statewide Illinois Vehicle Code, riding e-scooters on sidewalks is prohibited. They are also banned from state highways.Rules & Licensing: Riders must be at least 16 years old. While standard, low-speed e-scooters (under 15 mph) traditionally haven't required a driver's license, powerful "out-of-class" e-scooters (e-motos) do require a valid license, insurance, and a license plate.2. Gas Scooters & Mopeds (Vespa / 50cc Style)Sit-down gas scooters are street legal but strictly regulated as motor vehicles. They cannot just be driven anywhere like a bicycle.Registration: To legally ride on a public road, the scooter must have a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), a federal safety certification label, and be titled and registered through the Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS).Licensing Requirements: You must have a valid driver's license. The specific class depends on the engine size:Under 50cc: Can be operated with any standard, valid driver's license.50cc to 149cc: Requires a Class L motorcycle license.150cc and above: Considered a full motorcycle and requires a Class M
license.Equipment: The scooter must have a headlight visible from 500 feet, taillights, and if carrying a passenger, a dedicated passenger seat and footrests.3. Electric Mopeds & "E-Motos"Sit-down electric scooters that look like Vespas or small motorcycles follow the exact same registration path as gas scooters. If the electric motor exceeds 750 watts or goes