Yes – all e-scooters and e-choppers in Germany need a license plate. For models up to 45 km/h, an insurance license plate is sufficient (directly from the insurance company, no office visit required). For 85–125 km/h, you need regular registration with an official license plate.

A small license plate that you apply for directly with a motor vehicle insurance company – usually online. It is sent by post and costs from approx. €30–50 per year. No visit to an authority is necessary. Providers: HUK-COBURG, DEVK, Allianz, R+V24, WGV.

For vehicles up to 45 km/h: No TÜV required. For 85–125 km/h: New vehicles with EU type approval are initially exempt from the HU (general inspection). A later HU may be required depending on the vehicle class.

An eVB number (electronic insurance confirmation) from your insurance company, the COC document (which we provide), your ID card, the invoice and, if applicable, a power of attorney. With these, you go to the vehicle registration office and receive the license plate, vehicle registration certificate, and vehicle title.

No – purely electric vehicles are exempt from vehicle tax in Germany. This applies to all Star-Biker models.

The Certificate of Conformity (COC) is an EU certificate of conformity that confirms your vehicle meets all technical requirements. It is the basis for insurance and registration. All Star-Biker vehicles are supplied with a COC.

If all documents are complete, the process on site takes 30 to 60 minutes. Many registration offices offer online appointment booking. For vehicles up to 45 km/h, no visit is necessary.

Cabin scooters fall under vehicle class L6e or L7e, depending on the model. They require official registration and a license plate. Usually, the COC document and the purchase receipt are sufficient for registration.