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Old Sep 14, 2016 | 08:59 PM
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Okay, looking at a lot of motorcycles out of state. I know it needs to be registered one year and at least 7500 miles on it. What about smog, is the smog test? What about Catalytic converter? Do they look or check the bike for smog regulations? Anyone have any experience in this matter? Any advice appreciable.
 
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There's no smog test of any kind for bikes in Ca.

We pinky swear at registration time to not modify them in any way.

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Thanks Rockout, my brother has been looking to upgrade his 2000 RG CVO Screaming Eagle. He likes his bike for the comfort but is intrigued by the newer ones. We are taking a ride next Thursday to Reno for the Street Vibrations and Demo a New HD, or at least ride as many as we can.
 
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