The History of Mopeds

Series Summary

In this series of videos, our expert will teach the basics of moped repairs. The moped is basically a bicycle with a simple engine that is started by pedaling. Using an engine that is usually no bigger than 50cc, the moped reaches speeds of about thirty miles per hour. A great advantage to the moped is its fuel efficiency. With a gallon of gas and oil mixture, the moped is poised and ready to cruise about one hundred fifty miles.

Many mopeds, if not purchased new, may need some maintenance done. Since mopeds have such simple engines the amount of work needed to maintain them is limited to a few parts. Watch as the expert explains and demonstrates how to work on various parts of the moped. The main focus is how to maintain the carburetor. From explaining how the carburetor works to removing it, working on it, and reassembling it, the video covers it all. The expert also explains spark plugs, their purpose, and how to maintain them. Watch this video series and you will be ready to do your own moped repairs!

Video Transcript

"Hi, my name is Beamer, and today we went over some general maintenance and repair on mopeds. Mopeds were very big in the 70s, mostly the late 70s. Once the 80s came along, they quickly disappeared. They come from all over the world- very few were made in America. Mostly in France, Germany, Austria, and all those kinds of surrounding countries. They’re quite hard to find in America, just since they’re not so popular anymore. The best place to find them, for me, is Ebay. You can find them all over there. Usually they’re broken, unfortunately, due to lack of care. Luckily, the engines are so simple, just a few little things can get them running- things like we did today. They’re quite easy to get running, and they’re extremely reliable. As I’ve said, they get around 150 miles to the gallon so they’re extremely economical, and they’re great little bikes to get around town on. "