Switching out an engine and California DMV

[Still biking]

I have an RD I want to switch out the engine on and I live in California.  I have heard nightmare stories that if you do it and don't have a bill of sale for the engine they assume you stole it.  I lost the bill of sale for it years ago and now I want to use it in  bike.  Anyone with experience with this?

[jradnich]

How long have you had the engine? In CA the vehicle is assumed to be destroyed if it has went 7 years without any activity (including requests for information) in the DMV system. If it's out of the system probably start with a Request For Duplicate Title form and a Statement Of Facts form and use section G to explain the situation.
Most CA DMV paperwork can be done online, including title transfers, but might be worth it to use a 3rd party DMV service and save some hassle.

[m in sc]

not all bikes have matching frame/engine numbers from new. IE kaw triples.

I wouldn't sweat it. 

[jradnich]

not all bikes have matching frame/engine numbers from new. IE kaw triples.

I wouldn't sweat it.

Both frame ad engine numbers are on the title in CA.

[dgorms]

I can send you a bill of sale .................D

[pdxjim]

I have never had a cop look at my VIN or engine # on any vehicle ever.

[m in sc]

grind down the stock number, stamp the frame number on the other side of the motor where they are on r5's. I mean, dont match anymore so who cares. number punch kits are cheap. 

[rodneya]

Why does anybody actually live in California? There are some crazy laws don there.

[85RZwade]

Beaches. They have amazing beaches.

[pdxjim]

^ He's right you know.

[rodneya]

Beaches. They have amazing beaches.

Florida has nice beaches too, and lots of old people.

[pidjones]

Tennessee has great, curvy mountain roads, four seasons, and a state government that is easy to deal with.

[Striker1423]

Michigan has the Great Lakes, Beaches, Sand Dunes, Mountains (Ok... ok. sorta porcupinish), Forests, Detroit, no economy outside of major cities, and a shitty Government.

[m in sc]

you guys crack me up 

[85RZwade]

I do like Florida's beaches, and a little place in Arcadia called Slim's. Amazing BBQ and pies.