Since 1977 mopeds with a 50cc engine were not allowed to exceed 28mph. Since then vehicles have become quicker and more efficient. Yet the restriction still stays. How many people feel that riding at 28mph in a 30 limit, or higher is dangerous for young riders? If they are able to keep up with the traffic. More than 250 16 year old boys and girls are killed on british roads each year while riding restricted 50cc mopeds ( Institute of Advanced Motorycles, 2009).