Specifications plates display essential vehicle details and are usually found near the rear brake pedal, riveted solidly to the frame. They are available in differing versions, according to scooter models. They receive the vehicle data by being engraved or die stamped. According to the type they then have to display the allowed total weight, vehicle type and the year of manufacture up till now.

Conclusion: The German vehicle approval officials and police force insist on this offical detail….