go-ped
n.— «The “mini-motos” or “go-peds,” which are small scale replicas of normal motorbikes, were a popular gift at Christmas, but police say that owners need to be aware of the documentation that is needed to be able to legally ride the vehicles.» —“Mini moto mayhem” Leyland Today (U.K.) Apr. 7, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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