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Originally Posted by Barfly_Ru
That sounds like a problem. Is it possible to register the bike and keep the title, because I don't really need it changed as I'm exporting the bike in a few days?
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Every state is a little different, so you should double-check, but you should just be able to sign on the back of the title (maybe have the seller sign as well), and that will be proof that you own the bike. A "new" title would simply be one in which your name is printed on the document. Since you are exporting the bike, I don't think you need a new title.
The easiest way to do this might be to simply buy the bike, convince the seller to keep his plates/registration on the bike for a few days, sign the back of the title, and go. The only snag might be that you might not be able to get insurance if the bike is still registered in the seller's name, so you should check that. Once you get to the port you might need to send the license plates back to the seller (in some states you cannot cancel insurance unless you turn in your plates).
As others have stated, things are different in every state, and in some states it is very difficult to register a bike unless you live there, so be sure to check carefully.
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