Resources - Dirt Legal

Do You Need Both ATV and Motorcycle Registration for a Dual-Sport Bike?

A dual-sport motorcycle that is titled and registered for on-road use typically only requires motorcycle registration. Even though it can operate off-road, a properly registered street-legal dirt bike does not need separate ATV or OHV registration in most states, according to the American Motorcyclist Association.

Can You Really Take That Thing on the Road? The Truth About Street-Legal Dirt Bikes, UTVs, and Off-Road Vehicles

So you just bought that aggressive dirt bike, tricked-out UTV, or monster 4×4 truck and now you’re wondering—can I drive this on the street without getting pulled over every 15 minutes?

Title Recovery Services: When and How to Use Them to Get a Title in Your Name

Buying a used car can be exciting—until you realize you don’t have the title you need to register it in your name. Whether you’ve lost the title, never got one, or it’s still in someone else’s name, getting it sorted is essential if you want to drive your car on the road. That’s where title recovery services come in. These professionals help you navigate the maze of paperwork and regulations to get a valid title issued in your name, even when things seem hopeless, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA).

Tennessee Bike Laws: What You Need to Know

DirtLegal breaks down Tennessee dirt bike laws, OHV registration, and street-legal conversion steps so you can ride safely and stay compliant.

South Carolina Bike Laws: What You Need to Know

DirtLegal covers South Carolina dirt bike laws, off-road registration, and how to make your bike street-legal for safe and compliant riding.

Rhode Island Bike Laws: What You Need to Know

DirtLegal explains Rhode Island dirt bike rules, registration requirements, and how to make your bike street-legal for safe, compliant riding.

Pennsylvania Bike Laws: What You Need to Know

DirtLegal breaks down Pennsylvania dirt bike laws, OHV registration, and street-legal conversion steps so you can ride safely and stay compliant.

How to Make Your Off-Road Vehicle Street-Ready (So You Can Ride Like the Wind)

Imagine blasting down your favorite trail in your side-by-side, then cruising straight into town without loading it on a trailer—sounds like the ultimate freedom, right? But operating an unregistered UTV on public roads can lead to fines, impoundment, or even criminal charges, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That’s why understanding how to make your off-road vehicle street-ready is essential—not just for convenience, but to stay on the right side of the law.