The maximum design speed of a moped exceeds 25 km/h due to a prohibited technical modification. What are the consequences for me if I ride such a moped on public roads?

In Germany, mopeds are allowed to have a maximum design speed of 25 km/h. If a moped is technically modified to exceed this speed, it is considered illegal unless it meets requirements for a higher speed vehicle (like additional registration and licensing). Riding such a modified moped without the proper licence and authorization means you are committing a criminal offence (for driving without the correct licence) and an administrative offence (due to lack of proper registration or permission). Simply not driving faster than 25 km/h does not exempt you from these violations because the vehicle itself no longer meets legal standards for a moped. This ensures safety and compliance with traffic regulations.