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RAL88

I am looking at doing a cafe racer project. The bike I am looking at has a vin that is no longer in any MVD. How would I go about getting a title for this.

Thanks for you help.
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Jim · Posted: Sun Oct 30, 2011 7:31 pm Post subject:

Hey Rich - it's different in different states - DMV's are operated by the states. Look at the NM DMV website - there should be info there. If not, you'll have to call them.

You'll probably have to go for an abandoned vehicle title.
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RAL88 · Posted: Sun Oct 30, 2011 10:10 pm Post subject:

Hey Jim,

How's it going? How'd you fare with the weather? I'll give MVD a call tomorrow and see what they say. I am currently looking at a 77 Honda CB550F as a cafe racer project but there is a K75 not to far from here that might be a prospect.

Take care,
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Rich

"If it ain't broke, take it apart and make it work better"
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'96' K1100LT-SE
'97' R850GS-R

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Mon Oct 31, 2011 7:37 am Post subject:

If it's not in a database, it really shouldn't matter as you are making modifications from original build anyway.
I don't think it would be much different than registering a home-made trailer or anything else home built. Give it a number(or use the original if you want) and have an inspection, and I think you would be good.
But like Jim suggested contact you local dmv office.
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