How do i get a motocross bike road legal?

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depends on your age...why not buy Yamaha dtr125 or a kmx125..both crosser type bikes but both road legal...ps,you need to be 17 to ride anything bigger than a 50...
 
It depends on your location if this is even possible.

First, I would check with your local DMV to see what is required and if this is even possible. These are the people you will need to satisfy to get the bike registered for street use. Do this BEFORE you spend any money on modifications.

In many locations, if the bike is designated from the factory as "For Off Road Use Only", you can not make it street legal no matter what you do. In the United States, if it has a 2 stroke engine, you will not be able to make it street legal.

If it is possible to make the bike street legal in your location you will need to add the following items.

DOT Legal headlight and tail light
Brake light
Turn signals
Horn
Mirrors
You may need to add a muffler
Change out the knobby tires for street tires
License plate mount
Insurance

You may run into problems with the lighting. Dirt bike electrical systems are sized to operate the ignition system only. You may run into problems when you add a headlight and tail light.

With the modifications that are usually involved, you are usually better off selling your dirt bike and putting the money from the sale towards a motorcycle that is already street legal.

By the way. You should be grateful that your father bought you a motorcycle. You should thank him rather than be dissatisfied with the bike he gave you. Many parents would not buy their childern a motorcycle.
 
I just passed my CBT and my dad got me a cruiser type bike (Kawasaki Eliminator) which i am not to fond of, i am wanting a scrammy type bike and wondering how i would get 1 road legal?????? ( gives me more options on ebay so dont have to travel as far to get 1).
 
you can buy them road legal as a enduro style bike, basically though you need a headlight, rear light, brake light, mot, tax, insurance, etc. go to your local dealer and speak to them, they will be able to advise you exactly what is on the market
 
Generally, a headlight, a tail light, one mirror, the muffler silenced, and a functioning front and rear braking system.

See your state's department of public safety website for specific information.
 
Motocross or offroad?

Motocross bikes have a much more aggressive powerband, four and two strokes.
 
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