Indiana Motorcycle Registration
This page will cover the street legal requirements and registration and title process in Indiana and provide some tips on how to register if you bought the motorcycle without a title.
Indiana Title & Inspection Requirements for Old Motorcycles
- Does Indiana have an equipment/safety inspection?
- Not required.
- Does Indiana require VIN Inspections for motorcycles bought out of state?
- Required for out of state motorcycles.

How to Get a Title for a Motorcycle in Indiana
To register you motorcycle in Indiana, you’ll need:
- Signed over title
- Bill of sale and old registration if bought in a state that doesn’t issue titles.
- Application for Certificate of Title
- Transfer of Out of State Title application for motorcycle purchased out of state
- Odometer Disclosure
- Sales tax
- Registration and title fees.
Register a Motorcycle with No Title in Indiana
If you purchased a used motorcycle with no title, you can either:
Indiana Street Legal Motorcycle Equipment Requirements
Street legal motorcycle in Indiana must have:
- Rearview mirrors.
- Passenger footrest when riding with a passenger.
- Daytime headlights.
This information was correct at the time of writing it, but state laws are subject to change.