{"id":8111,"date":"2021-06-28T05:51:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-28T05:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-859531-2988066.cloudwaysapps.com\/?page_id=8111"},"modified":"2021-06-30T01:07:29","modified_gmt":"2021-06-30T01:07:29","slug":"buying-without-license","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/speedymoto.com\/motorcycles\/buying-without-license\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Buy a Motorcycle Without a License?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Many people are interested in motorcycles<\/a> without even having a motorcycle license, and there\u2019s nothing wrong with that.<\/p>\n

Anyone can purchase a motorcycle without having a valid motorcycle license, and you\u2019ll find that dealerships won\u2019t require you to provide proof of it at any point during your purchase.<\/p>\n

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Reasons For Buying a Motorcycle Without a License<\/h2>\n

Everyone has their reasons for wanting a motorcycle without having a license for it, and the same can be said for many other items that people buy. You see people purchasing collectible cars all of the time without having any intention of ever taking them on the road.<\/p>\n

Collectible<\/h3>\n

Purchasing a motorcycle as a collectible item is a huge reason why someone would want to do so without having a license for it. If it\u2019s a senior that has driven a motorcycle their entire life and no longer has a license to drive but still enjoys the look of them, purchasing one can help them reminisce about their younger days.<\/p>\n

Gift<\/h3>\n

This might seem obvious, but sometimes people will purchase a motorcycle as a gift for a loved one or friend who does have a motorcycle license.<\/p>\n

Reselling<\/h3>\n

There are plenty of deal hunters who like to purchase certain things and then later resell them for a higher price. If someone sees a motorcycle that\u2019s selling on the used market for way cheaper than it\u2019s worth, they might purchase it solely to make a profit on it.<\/p>\n

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Can You Buy a Motorcycle Without a License?<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t require a license to purchase a motorcycle, and dealerships won\u2019t ask you for proof of your license before purchasing it. If you\u2019re driving the motorcycle home off of the lot, then you\u2019ll require your license to be with you, but not if you\u2019re hauling it home through other means.<\/p>\n

Can You Buy Motorcycle Insurance Without a License?<\/h3>\n

No rules or regulations are stating that you can\u2019t purchase a motorcycle if you don\u2019t have a motorcycle license. Not everyone has the same intention of riding the motorcycle for themselves. <\/p>\n

Because of a lack of rules and regulations regarding purchasing a motorcycle without a license<\/a>, you won\u2019t hear a bike dealership asking you to provide proof of your licensure before you drive it off the lot. Dealerships are more focused on making the sale instead of worrying about you showing your license.<\/p>\n

The legalities come into play if you\u2019re planning on driving the motorcycle off the lot without a valid license. Your regular vehicle license isn\u2019t the same as a motorcycle license.<\/p>\n

Can You Register a Motorcycle Without a License?<\/h3>\n

The majority of locations in North America will require you to provide proof of your motorcycle license before allowing you to register it. Most insurance providers won\u2019t consider insuring a driver without having proof that they are licensed to operate the vehicle.<\/p>\n

Getting licensed to operate a motorcycle might differ depending on where you\u2019re located. Usually, the minimum age at which you can qualify for motorcycle licensure is age 16. <\/p>\n

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What Is Required To Register?<\/h4>\n

To register your motorcycle, you\u2019ll have to provide proof that you\u2019re the owner of it. In some locations, you\u2019ll be paying a title fee in addition to a registration fee. When you register a motorcycle, your name will be attached to the vehicle.<\/p>\n

If you plan on selling the motorcycle, there will be some transfer of ownership documents required, and both the buyer and the seller will need to sign off on the documents to ensure a smooth transfer of ownership. <\/p>\n

Insurance on a motorcycle is typically higher than cars, and the price will reflect a few things:<\/p>\n