Just to add my 2 cents...

I live in Oklahoma. Another state that does not require tagging of trailers.
I have pulled bass boats across a few states and have never been stopped or questioned about it. Had always heard that since we didn't need them in Ok. we didn't need them in any state. BUT, I have a buddy that was pulling their bikes through Texas where they are supposed to have tags. He argued with the young whipper snapper, but got a ticket anyway. Probably could have fought it, but having to take off work and go to court wasn't worth it. He just paid the ticket.

Tennessee may be a little nicer, but it may not be worth the hassle of even being stopped. the LEO can't tell what state you are from till they have you stopped and see your tags.

$80 does seem a little steep for a permanent trailer tag though. I think it is more like $30+/- here in Ok.

 

Sounds about right for freaking Texas.

 

No tag required? Cool. Here, of course, it is required, as is a yearly inspection. The WV gov will miss no chance to tax you.

 

You're taking a big chance by running an unlicensed trailer. A few cops are AH's and in many states they can CONFISCATE your trailer with your bike! Will not be a happy day.

 

As others have said, you don't need a trailer tag in Tn. A lady at the DMV tag office informed me I didn't need a tag but also said I may get hassled in other states if I don't have one. Permanent tags are $90.00 here so I just got a regular tag and renew it every year. It's about 20 bucks a year.

 

Thanks guys. I am in Gatlinburg now and has no problems without one. Seen tons of trailer here without them. This area of the state is so tourist friendly and the fact that SC and TN neither require plates for instate residence I don't expect to have any problems going home.