Minnesotan here. Atv's are not titled in this state. They can be registered with the DNR for public land/frozen water/trail use. If your buddy had it registered in his name with the DNR, all you need is a bill of sale from him.
In Minnesota, ATV owners are required to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance. This includes $30,000 for bodily injury per person, $60,000 for bodily injury per accident, and $10,000 for property damage.
(g) A person may operate an all-terrain vehicle registered for private use and used for agricultural purposes on a public road right-of-way of a trunk, county state-aid, or county highway in this state if the all-terrain vehicle is operated on the extreme right-hand side of the road, and left turns may be made from any ...
Q: What information do I need to register an OHV? A: Need to have the make, model, year, serial number, and sales receipt or bill of sale. For OHM registration, the engine size is required.
Collector ATVs 25 years old or older are exempt from registration if produced as separate make. May be registered for unlimited use for $14.50 and cannot be transferred. Must display collector registration number and “9999” decal on a plate.
Q: What information do I need to register an OHV? A: Need to have the make, model, year, serial number, and sales receipt or bill of sale. For OHM registration, the engine size is required. For ATV registration, along with engine size, the dry weight and width from outside rim to outside rim is required.
ATVs must display the current registration decal along with applicable numbers and letters as indicated below. The plate and decal must be maintained in a clear and legible condition. A registration plate is not provided by the DNR or Deputy registrar.
Must carry an ATV Safety Certificate that is approved and recognized by the State in order to operate on public lands. Must have a valid driver's license when crossing a roadway or operating on road rights-of-way.
All-terrain vehicle (ATV) Vehicles not considered ATVs includes golf carts, mini-trucks, dune buggies, go carts, or a vehicle designed and used specifically for lawn maintenance, agriculture, logging, or mining purposes. Class 1 ATVs have a total width 50 inches or less from outside of tire rim to outside of tire rim.
Laws & Regulations All riders in Minnesota who were born after July 1st, 1987 are REQUIRED to complete an approved ATV Safety Course, and carry the Minnesota ATV Safety Certificate with them while riding on public lands.