Side mounted License Plates

[Big Red]

Does anyone know if the side mounted license plates are legal in Texas. I see lot's of Harley's and choppers done this way. Another question: Say it is legal in Texas but you pass through another state that doesn't allow them. Can you get cited?

 

[birdaprey]

no problem in louisiana... mines been like that for 2 years now

 

[hayabusa99bw]

good up here in nebraska, would like to know myself as I am moving to the san antonio area this fall.

 

[NINJA KILLER]

 

[Aquaman]

One of the biggest problems that you will find is not having it illuminated... The other is being obstructed.

 

[BUSA_CHeMiST]

Big red, i've had mine side mounted (swingarm mount) for a little over a year. KNock on wood, but I haven't been cited yet.

 

[CDiPrecision]

Check the state code. Here in Florida, you cant cut or modify the plate at all. It also must be illuminated and visible from like 100 feet. Other than that, you're good to go..

 

[MPH 200]

It must be illuminated & inspection sticker near the back of the bike.

§ 502.404. OPERATION OF VEHICLE WITHOUT LICENSE PLATE OR
REGISTRATION INSIGNIA.
© A person commits an offense if the person operates on a
public highway during a registration period a road tractor,
*motorcycle*, trailer, or semitrailer that does not display a license
plate, ****attached to the rear**** of the vehicle.

§ 548.255. ATTACHMENT OR PRODUCTION OF INSPECTION
CERTIFICATE.
(a) An inspection certificate shall be attached to
or produced for a vehicle in the manner required by department rule.
(b) The department shall:
(1) require that a certificate for a motorcycle be
attached to the rear of the motorcycle near the license plate

§ 547.801. LIGHTING EQUIPMENT. (a) A motorcycle,
including a motor-driven cycle, shall be equipped with:
(5) at least one *rear* red reflector that complies with
the requirements of Section 547.325(b) and may be included as a part
of the taillamp.

 

[empty_pockets]

good info

 

[NoFearSpear]

As long as you have a light your good.

 

[Aquaman]

In Assachusetts, the biggest thing is that the Brake light needs to be in the center of the bike! (not off to the side with the license plate)

 

[Big Red]

Thanks for sharing---200 MPH

 

[99'busa]

i think harleys have their own laws for this...like what ever they want

 

[FastBusa]

Went to the local DPS office about two years ago, and asked the same question.The answer was almost the same as MPH 200. Has to be lighted and visible from the rear of the bike.

 

[MPH 200]

Thanks for sharing---200 MPH

Check out Texassportbikeriders.com. We have a few Leos on our board that provide wonderful info.

 

[Aquaman]

i think harleys have their own laws for this...like what ever they want

Not really, I drove Hardleys for years and always got my balls busted...

 

[NoFearSpear]

I spend a lot of time with the local DPS trust me your good.

 

[rubber2burn]

AHHHHHHH Steve just keep the Shovel LOL!!