To register your OHV, you will need: An Application for Title or Registration (REG 343) (PDF) form. Proof of ownership, such as: The manufacturer's certificate or statement of origin. An original or certified copy of the factory invoice to the non-California licensed dealer.
Minnesota laws requires that every motor vehicle be titled except the following: Vehicles owned by the U.S. government. A vehicle owned by a non-resident, not required by law to be registered in Minnesota.
California: California requires all ATVs to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles. If the title is missing, an Application for Duplicate or Transfer of Title may be required along with a bill of sale. California also mandates an off-highway vehicle identification sticker that must be renewed annually.
Is a driver's license necessary to operate an ATV in California? A driver's license is required to operate an ATV in California if the rider is over the age of 18. Minors are required to have a safety certificate and be supervised by an adult with a valid driver's license.
Simply driving an ATV in a completely normal (non-careless) manner on a road where it's not allowed would likely result in a traffic ticket, which may result in accruing points against your driver's license and driver's record, increased auto insurance rates, and a fine.
You can simply go to the title dept and request an off road title. Show the bill of sale and provide the VIN and you should be good.
Not all states require titles for ATVs, but it's worth asking as a title can ensure that the vehicle you're purchasing was obtained legally. Check your state's ATV title laws to see if a title is necessary.
Owning a street legal ATV is possible in many states, however, riding your ATV on the road is not legal everywhere, so familiarize yourself with your local and state bylaws.
Simply driving an ATV in a completely normal (non-careless) manner on a road where it's not allowed would likely result in a traffic ticket, which may result in accruing points against your driver's license and driver's record, increased auto insurance rates, and a fine.
California: California requires all ATVs to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles. If the title is missing, an Application for Duplicate or Transfer of Title may be required along with a bill of sale. California also mandates an off-highway vehicle identification sticker that must be renewed annually.