Calling Your Motorcycle

• Yes! Any motorcycle owner can register their vehicle with our services, regardless of their state of residence.
• For eligible customers, your motorcycle is registered in Montana under an LLC that we create with you. With a company vehicle, you have the freedom to drive in all 50 states.
• If your motorcycle is still financed or has a salvage record, South Dakota registration is the route we use to get you on the road.

What if I have multiple motorcycles or other vehicles? You can register multiple vehicles under the same LLC, simplifying your records and saving you time and money.

No. A Montana LLC used exclusively for vehicle registration is considered an “asset-holding” LLC.

• No Income = No Taxes. If your LLC doesn’t generate income, there’s no need to file state or federal tax returns. The IRS doesn’t require filings for entities with no financial activity.

Is there an Annual LLC Maintenance Fee? The only recurring fee is an annual report to keep your LLC active, and it covers all vehicles under the LLC, not just one.

*Save $25 on the annual renewal price when you select to subscribe in your customer portal after checkout.

Yes. Montana plates registered under a Montana LLC are valid. The vehicle is properly registered in the state where its owner (the Montana LLC) resides.

• Transfer Rule Exemptions. Many states have laws requiring out-of-state plates to be transferred within 30 days, but these rules don’t apply to Montana LLCs. Your motorcycle’s legal “home” is in Montana, even if you live elsewhere. Remember that your LLC owns the vehicle, and can permit anyone to operate it regardless of where their driver’s license is issued.
• Law Enforcement. Law enforcement officers cannot stop or fine your LLC simply for having Montana plates unless there’s a clear traffic violation.

Montana is the preferred choice for motorcycle registration.

• Fastest Processing Times. Get your paperwork and registration shipped in as little as 3 days.
• Vehicle Ownership Privacy. Your Montana LLC will be the owner of your motorcycle, and the vehicle registration will reflect this, keeping your personal information off of the registration.
• Save Time and Money. Montana has no state sales tax. Permanent plates and registrations are available for eligible customers, so you never renew your registration again. No in-state inspections are required, and we prepare the paperwork required for most registrations.

South Dakota is used when a vehicle is ineligible for Montana such as when it is financed or has a salvage record.

• Low Taxes and Fees. South Dakota has a low tax rate of only 4%.
• Minimal Paperwork. We prefill everything we need from you. You simply sign and upload or mail what we request!
• South Dakota is a “Nomadic” state. South Dakota welcomes out-of-state customers. They understand that when you have the heart of an adventurer, you may not call any one place “home”, and allow you to register your vehicle in your name.
• Plan on staying in one place for an extended period? We recommend you check your local laws and ordinances to determine if South Dakota registration makes sense for you.

While Montana LLC registration is above board, there are occasional misconceptions:

State Crackdowns? Rare. Some states like California or Georgia have tried to discourage out-of-state plates, but none have successfully targeted Montana LLC registrations. Dirt Legal follows Montana law to the letter, so you can feel confident on the road.

Yes! As long as your custom motorcycle has a valid title/MCO it can be registered.

We’re more than just a paperwork service, we’re your guide through motorcycle registration. Our team handles every detail so your motorcycle registration is accurate, compliant, and free of surprises. Dirt Legal is a private, third-party service and is not affiliated with any government agency.

Click here to get started with Dirt Legal and join thousands of vehicle owners saving money and avoiding headaches.