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Old Mar 1, 2015 | 10:04 AM
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I've bought an S&S T111" crate motor. What trouble can I expect registering it here in Commiefornia?
 
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Old Mar 1, 2015 | 10:10 AM
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Who's ever going to check it?

I would carry a copy of the receipt for the motor with the registration.
 
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Who's ever going to check it?

I would carry a copy of the receipt for the motor with the registration.
The first traffic stop it will most likely be checked. Remember the engine # along with the frame # is on the California title. It may not be a problem but it will be checked.
 
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Better have the MSO.
 
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Has anyone in California actually done this…?
 
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The first traffic stop it will most likely be checked. Remember the engine # along with the frame # is on the California title. It may not be a problem but it will be checked.
I can't recall ever having my vin checked on a traffic stop.
 
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I can't recall ever having my vin checked on a traffic stop.
You are lucky then. I have been checked several times while I lived down there. And if # don't match the title you better have the MSO or you will end up with your bike impounded.
 
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I've done it. No big deal. Just have your paperwork in order,MSO, Title, Current Reg and VIN verification. I went to CHP for VIN verification, they need to see the new engine installed in the chassis along with the paperwork. I don't know if the VIN verification can be done at DMV or at a AAA type place or if it still has to be done at the CHP. Check with CA-DMV for details. Trust me, DON'T just ride around with the MSO as some say.
 
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been pulled over by chp on my bo and he did CHECK REG AND INSURANCE, AND DL. NOT THE ENGINE VIN.
 
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I've done it. No big deal. Just have your paperwork in order,MSO, Title, Current Reg and VIN verification. I went to CHP for VIN verification, they need to see the new engine installed in the chassis along with the paperwork. I don't know if the VIN verification can be done at DMV or at a AAA type place or if it still has to be done at the CHP. Check with CA-DMV for details. Trust me, DON'T just ride around with the MSO as some say.
Thank you.

I was hoping the CHP check is only for to verify that it's not stolen. Sounds like that's the case…
 
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