Most people think buying a motorcycle is the last step. In Florida, it’s just the beginning.
Before you start riding here, there’s one more thing to do: get your bike titled and registered. Skip it, and you’re riding into trouble.
Without a Florida title, you can’t get a license plate. And without a plate, you’re not allowed to ride on public roads. The good news is that the steps are easy, and we can help you complete everything quickly.
Why You Need a Title
A title is a document that proves you own the motorcycle. In Florida, all motorcycles must have a title if you want to ride them on the road.
If you skip this, you could get a ticket. You might also have trouble getting insurance or selling the bike later.
If You Just Bought a Motorcycle
If you bought it from a dealer in Florida, they will usually send the title paperwork for you.
However, if you purchased it from an individual (not a business), you will need to handle it yourself. Bring these things with you:
- The title with the seller’s signature
- A bill of sale (helpful if there’s a question)
- Your Florida ID
- Proof of Florida insurance
- A filled-out title form (we can help with that)
- The mileage (if the bike is less than 10 years old)
We’ll look everything over with you to make sure the names and dates are correct. This way, you won’t get sent away to fix small mistakes.
If You Moved Here With Your Bike
If you brought your motorcycle from another state, you’ll need to move the title into Florida’s system. This is called a title transfer.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Your out-of-state title (the original one)
- Your Florida ID or driver’s license
- Proof of Florida insurance
- A VIN check (we’ll explain this next)
- A filled-out title application
- A lien release if you had a loan and paid it off
Once you bring these to us, we’ll handle the rest and make sure your title is updated in Florida.
What is a VIN Check?
Every motorcycle has a number called a VIN. You can take this as the fingerprint for your bike. Florida wants to ensure the number matches the information on your paperwork.
Some people go to a police officer or notary to get this done. But you don’t have to. We can check your VIN for you right here at East Broward Auto Tags. It only takes a few minutes and saves you a trip.
What You’ll Pay
Here’s what most people pay when they title a motorcycle in Florida:
- Title fee: about $75.25
- Sales tax: 6% of the price if you just bought the bike
- First-time registration fee (if you’re new to Florida): $225
- Motorcycle plate: around $10
- A small service fee for our help
We’ll tell you the total before we process anything, so there are no surprises.
Common Problems We Help Fix
Sometimes people come in and don’t know something is wrong. These are the most common issues:
- The title is missing
- The seller forgot to sign it
- The VIN doesn’t match the bike
- A loan was paid off, but the lien was never cleared
Don’t worry if something looks off. We catch these problems and help fix them.
Why Come to East Broward Auto Tags?
You could go to the DMV and wait for hours, or you could come to us and be done in 20 to 30 minutes!
Here’s what we offer:
- VIN checks are done here
- No long lines
- Friendly help with your forms
- Same-day title filing
We streamline the entire process to make it faster and easier.
Let’s Get You Riding
Your motorcycle is ready to go. Let’s get the title done so you can enjoy the ride without worry. We’ll handle the paperwork while you plan your next adventure.
When completing your Fort Lauderdale tag and title needs, don’t waste your time at the Broward County DMV. Come to East Broward Auto Tags for all things Fort Lauderdale tag renewals. Auto Tags of East Broward is the best Broward County tag agency. Give us a call or visit our website to learn more or to start your online renewal.
For more information on replacement car titles and registration, check out these great resources below:
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