Florida paperwork
I am a uk driving licence holder, came over to Miami a week ago, I was worried about not having had a bike by the time I got here. I kept looking at Craiglist for the bike I wanted, at last I found one 130 miles away from Miami and I arranged everything before getting there. As a result I bought a klr 650 last Sunday, I had the plates lent by the previous owner so I rode the bike back to Miami. The folowing day I registered the bike on my own and got the new title in my name. I didn' t need insurance or proof of residence in the usa at all, just my passport, previous owner's title with their signature and the money to pay the tax, registration and service.
I don't know about other states but in Florida you have a Fast Title Service in most Tax Collector's offices for an extra $ 7 dollars and you will walk away with everything on the spot. I would advise to call those offices before hand to make sure they can do it the same day. I would take about half hour if everything is ok.
As for insurance, I am still looking for a company that would offer a short term policy.
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