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This page will cover the street legal requirements and motorcycle registration and title process in Nebraska and provide some tips on how to register if you bought the motorcycle without a title.
Learn more about motorcycle title transfers in Nebraska.
Nebraska Title & Inspection Requirements for Used Motorcycles
- Does Nebraska have an equipment/safety inspection?
- Not required.
- Does Nebraska require VIN Inspections for motorcycles bought out of state?
- Required for out of state motorcycles.
- Does Nebraska require a title for old motorcycles?
- Yes, Nebraska titles all motorcycles.
How to Title and Register a Motorcycle in Nebraska
To register and title your bike in Nebraska, you’ll need:
- Signed title.
- Bill of sale and old registration if bought in a state that doesn’t issue titles.
- Bill of sale
- Application for Nebraska Title
- Vehicle inspection for out of state motorcycles.
- Registration and title fees.
Notarization Required on the following documents in Nebraska:
- Bill of Sale.
Find more information about Nebraska motorcycle registration and registration renewal.
How to Register a Motorcycle with No Title in Nebraska
Option 1: Motorcycles bought in NE
Before sale is complete, ask previous owner to get a duplicate title:
Learn how to replace a lost motorcycle title in Nebraska.
Option 2: Bikes from outside Nebraska
If the motorcycle was bought in a state that requires 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.
Nebraska Street Legal Motorcycle Equipment Requirements
Nebraska requires motorcycles to have the following:
- Fenders on both wheels.
- Handlebars no more than 15” above mounting point.
- Passenger footrest when riding with a passenger.
- Horn.
Learn more about street legal motorcycle requirements.
This information was correct at the time of writing it, but state laws are subject to change.
Can I pass the inspection with shorty version VIN (9-positions VIN number) stamped on the right side of steering “neck instead of 17-position VIN number? In the title does have 17-positions VIN match the 17-positions VIN On the left side of the steering “neck” or tube, there will be a white printed decal that will have the full 17-position
It would probably depend on the bike itself (i.e. depending on the year and manufacturing history, VINs became standardized in 1981).
But in general – the VIN on the title will need to match the VIN on the frame.
Im going to be out of state for a couple months . can i mail in all my paperwork and money order to get plates on my motorcycle. It was bought in tbe state and has instate title
Nebraska allows you to complete new registrations by mail with your County Treasurer. Along with your application and ownership/sale documents you’ll need proof of insurance and proof that you’ve paid the necessary taxes.
However, you may need to check with your county if you can complete the title transfer by mail at the same time.