Motorcycles
Definition: A motor vehicle that:
- has a seat or saddle for the use of the rider;
- is designed to travel on no more than three wheels on the ground; and
- satisfies the operational and equipment specifications described in 49 CFR 571 and IC 9-19.
The term does include an autocycle. The term does not include a farm tractor or a motor driven cycle.
Proof of Ownership: Certificate of Title or Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin
Insurance Required: Yes
Registration Fee: View the Fee Chart
Vehicle Excise Tax: Assessed according to the motorcycle age and adjusted vehicle value
County or Municipal Vehicle Excise Tax: Assessed according to county and municipal ordinance, if applicable
Credentials required: Driver’s License with a Motorcycle Endorsement
Endorsement Fee: $19.00 (in addition to any applicable amendment fee).
Operating Restrictions:
- Helmet and eye protection required if under 18
- Must operate in a position astride the seat
- Passengers may ride with proper passenger seat
- Headlamps must be illuminated while operating
- Cannot carry package in hand
Motor Driver Cycle
Definition: A motor vehicle that:
- has a seat or saddle for the use of the rider;
- is designated to travel on not more than three (3) wheels in contact with the ground;
- complies with the applicable motor vehicle equipment requirements under IC 9-19 and 49 CFR 571; and
- has a cylinder capacity not exceeding fifty (50) cubic centimeters.
The term does not include an electric bicycle.
Proof of Ownership: Certificate of Title or Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin; Bill of Sale; or Motor Driven Cycle (MDC) Affidavit - Affirmation of Ownership and/or Cubic Centimeters (CC) - State Form 55714
Insurance Required: No
Registration Fee: View the Fee Chart
Vehicle Excise Tax: View Excise Tax Chart
County and Municipal Excise Tax: Assessed according to county and municipal ordinance, if applicable
Credentials: Unexpired identification card with a Motor Driven Cycle endorsement, or any valid unexpired permit or driver’s license
Endorsement Fee: $0.00 (may be charged an amendment fee)
Operating Restrictions:
- Must be 15 years old or older
- Helmet and eye protection required if under 18
- Must operate in a position astride the seat
- Headlamps must be illuminated while operating
- Cannot carry package in hand
- Operate near right-hand edge of roadway unless passing another vehicle or preparing for a left turn
- Operate at no more than 35 miles per hour
- Passengers are not allowed
- No interstate highway or sidewalk operation