Displaying L Plates
As a learner rider, you have little road experience and as such, L plates are used to inform other road users. L plates must be fixed in an upright position to that they are clearly visible from the front and back. ... Where to put L plates on a motorcycle / moped.
Why do mopeds always have L plates?
The L actually stands for 'Lucky'. You get one if you've been in more than five collisions and are still able to walk.
Do mopeds need L plates?
You can ride a moped (up to 50cc) without L plates. You do not need to take a CBT course or take the full moped test. You must take CBT if you want to ride anything larger than a 50cc moped.