Register & Title a Motorcycle in New Mexico
This page will cover the street legal requirements and registration and title process in New Mexico and provide some tips on how to register if you bought the motorcycle without a title.
New Mexico Title & Inspection Requirements for Old Motorcycles
- Does New Mexico have an equipment/safety inspection?
- Periodic safety inspection required.
- Does New Mexico require VIN Inspections for motorcycles bought out of state?
- Required for out of state motorcycles.
Does New Mexico require a title for old motorcycles?
- Yes, New Mexico titles old motorcycles.
How to Title and Register a Motorcycle in New Mexico
You’ll need to provide the following:
- Signed over title.
- Bill of sale and old registration if bought in a state that doesn’t issue titles.
- Bill of Sale when the Assignment of Title is not on the back of the title certificate.
- Odometer Disclosure
- Application for Vehicle Title and Registration
- VIN Inspection for out of state bikes.
- Proof of insurance.
- Registration and title fees.
Notarization Required on the following documents in New Mexico:
- Generic bill of sale forms.
How to Register a Motorcycle with No Title in New Mexico
New Mexico Street Legal Motorcycle Equipment Requirements
New Mexico street legal motorcycles must include:
- Rearview Mirrors.
- Passenger footrest when carrying a passenger.
This information was correct at the time of writing it, but state laws are subject to change.
