Register & Title a Motorcycle in Georgia
This page will cover the motorcycle registration and title process in Georgia and provide some tips on how to register if you bought the motorcycle with no title.
Georgia Title & Inspection Requirements for Old Motorcycles
- Does Georgia have an equipment/safety inspection?
- No motorcycle safety/equipment inspections required.
- Does Georgia require VIN Inspections for motorcycles bought out of state?
- VIN Inspection required for motorcycles with no titles.
Does Georgia require a title for old motorcycles?
- No title for motorcycles with model year 1985 and older.
How to Title and Register a Motorcycle in Georgia
To register and title a motorcycle in GA, you need:
- Original title, registration Certificate or Bill of Sale showing chain of ownership.
- Bill of sale and old registration if bought in a state that doesn’t issue titles.
- Certification of Inspection by Law Enforcement for no-title motorcycles
- Proof of insurance.
- Proof of residency.
- Title, registration, tax fees.
Register a Motorcycle with No Title in Georgia
If you bought a motorcycle with no title in Georgia, you can either:
Georgia Street Legal Motorcycle Equipment Requirements
Motorcycles in Georgia must have the following to be street legal:
- Rearview mirrors.
- Handlebar height maximum 25” above the seat.
- Passenger footrests required if carrying passengers.
- Turn signals required for motorcycles manufactured after 1972.
- Daytime headlights required.
- Footwear required.
This information was correct at the time of writing it, but state laws are subject to change.
