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Sarchi said:Thanks a lot gldwngr, very helpful.
gldwngr said:Also, whether new or used, you'll need an Ontario safety inspection before you can get plates.
I guess that answers my other question - it sounds like I don't have the option of riding this bike back from NYC on my own plates, even if I could somehow get an insurance 'rider'.
You may be able to if the bike is fit. Out-of-state purchasers can get interstate transit permits from NY DMV offices that are good for 30 days. I used one to bring back a trailer I purchased in NY state this summer.
Dealers usually charge $25 US to arrange the transit permit for you, though if you do it yourself, you can buy the permit for $10 US. http://www.nysdmv.com/register.htm#temporary
Because of the cross-border thing, the tricky part will be arranging insurance. You need to present an insurance slip or binder to get the interstate transit permit.
If you already have a good relationship with your broker, they should be able to do it for you. They did it for me for a trailer I bought down there after I insisted on coverage, though the insurance coverage was only good for 48 hours from day of pick-up to give me time to compete the return trip. You may have to twist arms to get them to do the same for a motorized vehicle, but check with your broker and tell them what you want to do.