Register an ATV[1] 


What is considered an all-terrain vehicle (ATV )? 
An all - terrain vehicle ATV is any self - propelled vehicle, including an off - road motorcycle, that is manufactured for use on off - road trails or in off - road competitions. These vehicles are less than 70 inches wide and weigh less than 1,000 pounds. For information , see our brochure ATVs: Information for Owners and Operators [2] C-29. 

Does an ATV need a vehicle registration? 
Yes. You must have a valid NY State registration to ride your ATV in New York State, unless it is only used for agricultural purposes or not - for - hire snow removal on private property registered in another state to a resident of that state only used at special events competitions If you purchase an ATV including an off - road motorcycle from a NY State ATV dealer , the dealer is required to register it before it is delivered to you. 

What do I need to bring to the DMV? 
To register an ATV not purchased from a NY State ATV dealer , please complete the Document Guide to make sure you bring the correct documents with you to the DMV. Find your proofs [3 ] 

Summary of what you need 
acceptable proof of ownership see information below a completed Registration / Title Application PDF [4] MV-82 that the NY State sales tax was paid or proof of the purchase price of the ATV 1 proof proof of identity 2 cash , check , money order or credit / debit card to pay for fees For quicker service , make a reservation online before visiting offices in New York City, Westchester, Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, Onondaga, Monroe or Albany Counties. For all other counties , see our office locations and hours [5]. Make a Reservation [6 ] 

What are acceptable proofs of ownership? 
If you purchase the ATV from an out - of - state ATV dealer , acceptable proof of ownership can be a manufacturer's certificate of origin or a manufacturer's statement of origin , and the bill of sale from the dealer the registration or the title certificate s

user: How do I know I register an ATV?

assistant: Do you know which vehicles are considered all terrain vehicle or ATV?

user: Yes, I know which vehicles are ATVs.

assistant: That is great that you know ATV is any self-propelled vehicle, including off road motorcycle, that is manufactured for use on off-road trails or in off-road competitions and they are less than 70 inches wide and weigh less than 1000 pounds.

assistant: Do you need more information?

user: Yes, I would like more information please.

assistant: You can see our brochure "ATVs:Information for Owners and Operators."

user: What do I need to show the DMV when registering my ATV?

assistant: You would need to complete the Document Guide to make sure you bring the correct documents with you to the DMV.

user: Do I need to register my ATV with the DMV?

assistant: Yes, you need a valid NY State registration to ride your ATV in NY State unless you are going to use it for snow removal or agricultural puproses on your own property.

user: What if I purchase my ATV from a NY State ATV dealer?

assistant: Your dealer is required to register it before it is delivered to you.

user: What if the ATV is transferred by a private person?

assistant: You would still need acceptable proof of ownership which is a NY State or out of state transferable registration or title certificate signed by the previous owner to transfer to you.