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Register & Title a Motorcycle in Delaware

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This page will cover the street legal requirements and motorcycle registration and title process in Delaware and provide some tips on how to register if you bought the motorcycle without a title.

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Delaware Title & Inspection Requirements for Used Motorcycles

  • Does Delaware have an equipment/safety inspection?
    • Safety/equipment inspection required.
  • Does Delaware require VIN Inspections for motorcycles bought out of state?
    • Out of state motorcycles must be inspected.
  • Does Delaware require a title for old motorcycles?
    • Yes, titles required for all motorcycles.

Register and Title an Used Motorcycle in Delaware

To register and title your motorcycle in Delaware, you’ll need the following:

Find more information about Delaware motorcycle registration and registration renewal.

Register a Motorcycle with No Title in Delaware

Here are some of your options when it comes to registering a Delaware motorcycle with no title:

Option 1: Bikes from DE

Before sale is complete, ask previous owner to get a duplicate title:

Learn how to replace a lost motorcycle title in Delaware.

Option 2: Bikes from out of state

If the motorcycle was bought in a state that requires motorcycle titles:

Option 3: Register in a No-Title State

Register the bike in a non-title, no residency requirement, mail-in registration application state, such as Vermont.

Delaware Street Legal Motorcycle Equipment Requirements

DE requires motorcycles to have:

  • Rearview mirrors.
  • Fenders on both wheels.
  • Passenger footrest when riding with passengers.
  • Turn signals.
  • Speedometer.

Learn more about street legal motorcycle requirements.


This information was correct at the time of writing it, but state laws are subject to change.

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