DMV Resources for All 50 US States
Planning on buying a motorcycle? If you’re a first-time rider, you’ll, of course, want to start by getting your motorcycle license. First-time riders and seasoned riders alike will need to complete the vehicle registration process.
Each state has its own steps, guidelines and fees. For detailed information and step-by-step instructions, it’s best to contact your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This agency may have a different name in your area, such as the Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Driver Services (DDS), Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), etc. However, each has the same function.
We have listed an online resource for each US state below. Make sure that any site you visit is an official government website. Also, ensure that you have a secure connection to the site. A good rule of thumb is to check for a lock symbol in the address bar.
This is a good indicator that your personal data, such as passwords and credit card information, are secure. This usually also confirms that the website is authentic and is not posing as another entity.
Most DMV websites have detailed information on the licensing and registration processes. If not, you can give your local office a call for details.
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Mexico
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
For more resources, tips and advice, check out our guide on the motorcycle buying process.
What make and model are you planning to purchase? Let us know in the comments below!
