Louisiana Motorcycle Registration

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

Louisiana Title & Inspection Requirements for Used Motorcycles

• Does Louisiana have a motorcycle inspection requirement?
  • Periodic safety inspection required.
• Does Louisiana require VIN Inspections for motorcycles bought out of state?
  • Not required.
• Does Louisiana require a title for old motorcycles?
  • All motorcycles require a title.

How to Title and Register a Motorcycle in Louisiana

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

• Signed title.
  • Bill of sale and old registration if bought in a state that doesn’t issue titles.
  • Notarized affidavit from previous owner certifying they are not an LA resident if the Bill of sale or out of state title is not notarized.
• Bill of Sale.
• Registration and title fees and sales tax.
• Vehicle Application form

Notarization Required on the following documents in Louisiana:

• Bill of sale
• Title

Register a Motorcycle with No Title in Louisiana

If you bought a motorcycle without a title, you can try to do the following:

Option 1: Bikes from LA

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

• Application for duplicate title

Option 2: Bikes from out of state

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

• Have the previous owner request a duplicate title in that state.
• Find motorcycle registration and title details for all states here.

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.

• Follow the registration requirements in Vermont.
• Transfer your registration to your own state.

Louisiana Street Legal Motorcycle Equipment Requirements

Street legal motorcycles in Louisiana must have:

• Left side rearview mirror.
• Handlebar grips no higher than shoulder height.
• Passenger footrests when riding with passengers.
• Turn signals.
• Speedometer and odometer.

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

More Louisiana Motorcycle Resources

• How to Get a Motorcycle License in Louisiana
• How to Get Cheaper Motorcycle Insurance
• Free Bill of Sale