I'm not sure where the line in the sand is for branded bikes. Will they let you put it in your name but stop you from going to fit status? I would think this would be the way but I wouldn't be surprised if they were knobs about the whole thing and wouldn't issue a title for a branded bike.
Ok, wording difference from what I wrote, but I still don't know if I can get an unfit ownership for those bikes or if they will refuse to do anything for me (eg. does it cease to be considered a vehicle).The "Salvage" and "Rebuilt" brands don't apply to motorcycles. A motorcycle is branded as "Irreparable" where there is frame damage that requires replacement.Mandatory Vehicle Branding Program
Learn about Ontario’s program to brand used vehicles and how to avoid buying an unsafe vehicle.www.mto.gov.on.ca
A vehicle branded "Irreparable":
- has been written-off as a total loss
- can only be used for parts or scrap
- cannot be driven again in Ontario
And a title in his name. Makes selling it easier in the future. Also keeps the old owner from getting a title loan on it or reporting it stolen.Yes the MOT will register a branded bike
... it has to be registered as branded, to, so it can be BRANDED.
OP: all you're getting by registering a bike for non plated use is the opportunity to pay sales tax.