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a fender being such a diminutive component, what is the big deal? A motor? Yeah. A frame? yep. A tranny? yup. Wheels? okay. But a front fender? Just register it without a fender. Then put one on.

I have three fenders hanging around. Lots of pipes, tanks, a wheel, etc. I guess I am going to start writing down VINs next rally.



hi brother moe.. what I believe we have going on here ..is a "salvage bike" needs to go thought a state inspection ... before he can get it register..and it won't pass the inspection without the fender..and this is not a normal state inspection here in NEW YORK they are run by the cop's and this done to make sure none of the parts are hot and to make sure the vehicle is safe to be on the road..I have been thought this and yes its PITA..JUST ANOTHER WAY FOR THE STATE TO MAKE A BUCK OFF YOU...

but what they are really after is to make sure the parts are not stolen ..

and folks I am only talking about NEW YORK the laws change from state to state..

and yes your right this does sound dumb..but what are going to do if you want to put it on the road this is the way they do it...

Ed



I hear ya Ed. In cases of anal retentive inspections, and one whose bike is being analyized, then the request for VIN should be made before purchase. jeez. Legitimate request or not, at least the seller won't have additional terms of sale imposed upon him/her after the deal is consummated. imho asking for the VIN after taking delivery is RUDE.

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