Motorcycle Registration in Georgia
In order to ride a motorcycle in Georgia, you will be required to maintain current registration. Our guide will help you with the paperwork and fees you need to get on the road!
Looking to renew your registration? Jump over to our Registration Renewals page for help!
New Georgia Residents
Upon establishing Georgia residency, you'll have 30 days to register your motorcycle* with the state's Motor Vehicle Division (MVD).
BEFORE you can begin the registration process you'll need to:
- Apply for a Georgia motorcycle license.
- Purchase GA motorcycle insurance.
- Visit your local law enforcement agent for a vehicle inspection.
- The law enforcement officer will complete a Certificate of Inspection by a Duly Constituted Georgia Law Enforcement Officer (Form T-22B)—don't lose this form!
- ONLY required if the vehicle is coming from a state that DOES NOT require a title.
- The law enforcement officer will complete a Certificate of Inspection by a Duly Constituted Georgia Law Enforcement Officer (Form T-22B)—don't lose this form!
- Complete an Affidavit of Fact for a Motorcycle or Motor Scooter (Form T-228) and have it notarized.
When you're ready, visit your local county tag office with:
- A completed:
- Motor Vehicle Title/Tag Application (Form MV-1).
- Statement of Title Held by Lienholder, Security Interest Holder or Leasing Company (Form T-17) IF your motorcycle is being leased.b
- The processing office will contact the lienholder.
- Affidavit of Fact for a Motorcycle or Motor Scooter (Form T-228)—make sure it's notarized!
- Certificate of Inspection by a Duly Constituted Georgia Law Enforcement Officer (Form T-22B) from the law enforcement officer.
- ONLY required if the vehicle is coming from a state that DOES NOT require a title.
- Your current title (or, if the title is unavailable, your registration or Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin).
- Your GA driver's license.
- Payment for the $20 registration fee, plus all other applicable fees and taxes.
*NOTE: County tag offices in Georgia have varying registration requirements for new residents. Contact your county tag office for exact requirements.
Registering Your GA Motorcycle
If you've just purchased a new or used motorcycle, you'll need to register it to avoid any traffic citations. The process varies by whether you got your new bike from:
- A Georgia dealership.
OR - A private seller.
Dealer-Bought Motorcycles
If you purchase a new motorcycle, the dealer will give you a free temporary license plate so that you may apply immediately for motorcycle registration with the GA Motor Vehicle Division.
Before your temporary tag expires, submit the following in person or by mail to your local county tag office:
- Proof of ownership (i.e., your title or Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin).
- If your motorcycle is being leased, submit a Statement of Title Held By Lienholder, Security Interest Holder or Leasing Company (Form T-17).
- A completed:
- Motor Vehicle Title/Tag Application (Form MV-1).
- Affidavit of Fact for a Motorcycle or Motor Scooter (Form T-228)—the dealer should have this notarized for you.
- Certificate of Inspection by a Duly Constituted Georgia Law Enforcement Officer (Form T-22B)—this should also come from your dealer.
- ONLY required if the vehicle is coming from a state that DOES NOT require a title.
- Your Georgia motorcycle license or ID.
- Proof of motorcycle insurance.
- Payment the $20 base registration fee for motorcycles plus any applicable taxes and fees.
If you need extra time to register, bring a completed Application to Extend Initial Registration Period for a Motor Vehicle Purchased from a Georgia Motor Vehicle Dealer (Form T-226) to your local tag office. You'll also need your:
- Dealer invoice or bill of sale.
- Original temporary license plate.
Private Motorcycle Purchases
You'll need to register a privately-purchased vehicle within 7 days of buying it. Once the seller has signed the title over to you, gather the following:
- The completed and signed title.
- If the motorcycle is model year 1985 or older, it does not require a title; submit a Bill of Sale instead.
- A completed:
- Motor Vehicle Title/Tag Application (Form MV-1).
- Affidavit of Fact for a Motorcycle or Motor Scooter (Form T-228)—the seller should have this notarized for you.
- Certificate of Inspection by a Duly Constituted Georgia Law Enforcement Officer (Form T-22B) from the seller.
- If the seller did NOT have the motorcycle inspected before signing the title over to you, you'll need to do this yourself at your local law enforcement agency.
- ONLY required if the vehicle is coming from a state that DOES NOT require a title.
- Proof of Georgia motorcycle insurance.
- Your Georgia driver's license or ID.
- Payment for the $20 registration fee plus any other applicable taxes and fees.
Submit the above either in person or by mail to your local county tag office.
Registration Fees & Taxes
Motorcycles may be subject to the following fees for registration and renewals:
- Motorcycle registration: $20.
- Title: $18.
- Sales tax: Varies by county.
- Ad valorem tax: Based on the market value of your motorcycle; varies by county.
- For an estimate, use the MVD's ad valorem tax calculator.
- County taxes or surcharges: Varies by county.