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LAWS & REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION
A completed Snowmobile Registration Application form MV-82SN
A Proof of ownership, described further in this section.
A Proof of payment of sales tax (if required) OR form DTF-802 as described below OR the tax may be paid at the motor vehicle office.
A Proof of your identity and date of birth (a driver's license, for example).
A check for the correct fee payable to the "Commissioner of Motor vehicles".
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Snowmobile
Lessons & Safety Instruction
Learn to ride safely from professional instructors or find out where free
safety courses are being given.
Snowmobile
Laws & Requirements
Check the legal requirements and New York State Laws.
Snowmobile Clubs & Associations
Join a snowmobile club today. Clubs abd associations keep this sport alive and enjoyable.
Past
Seasons
This is a few places we have traveled with friends and enjoyed this sport.
Also some other events we have taken part in.
Riding
& Vacation Locations
Where to ride and where to stay. Couples, groups or families can find the
right accommodations.
Rent
a Snowmobile
If you do not own a snowmobile you can rent one at theses locations.
Local
Lodging
When in the southern Catskills, stay for a little while. The area is
absolutely incredible.
Weather
and Trail Info.
Know before you go. The weather can change in a very short time. Learn
weather terminology.
Gear
and Accessories
Get the right gear for you and the ride you are planning. Remember comfort
in clothing makes the entire day on and off the snowmobile.
Manufacturers
and Dealers
Who makes snowmobiles and where you can buy them. Also advise on how to
buy used snowmobiles.
Contact
Information
Have questions? Ask our staff. We will attempt to
help you with any information we have. Our goal is to make your ride the
safest possible.
Snowmobile
Publications and Local News Articles
Snowmobile Publications and past
newspaper articles from local papers regarding snowmobile activities and
accidents.
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NEW YORK STATE
Snowmobile Law
The following links will take you to the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Law or you may link directly to the NYS Senate or Assembly Web sites and look around.
Chapter Thirty Six-B of the Consolidated Laws:
Title D - SNOWMOBILE
Title D ARTICLE 21 - GENERAL
PROVISIONS
Title D ARTICLE 25 - CONTROL
PROVISIONS
Title E - ENFORCEMENT;
PENALTIES; STATE AID
Title E ARTICLE 27 -
ENFORCEMENT; PENALTIES; STATE AID
Youths between the ages of 10 and 18 may operate a snowmobile without adult or other supervision if they have completed a snowmobile safety-training course recognized by the State of New York. The Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will issue a snowmobile safety certificate to youths that successfully complete this course. Youths who do not hold this certificate are subject to the same restrictions as children under 10 years of age.
Children under 10 years of age may operate a snowmobile only on lands owned or leased by their parents or guardian, except when accompanied by a person over 18 years old, or by a person who holds a snowmobile safety certificate. Children under 10 years of age or a youth that does not hold a safety certificate may not operate a snowmobile on or across a highway at any time.
REGISTRATION
Any snowmobile operated in New York State must be registered with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), even if it is registered in another state or province, except under special circumstances.
Registration is not required for snowmobiles:
- operated exclusively on the owner's property, - for snowmobiles operated in approved competitive events, - for snowmobiles owned and operated by the United States government.
- exemptions are also made for snowmobiles covered by a valid registration of a neighboring state or province and operated on a border trail that occasionally and sporadically crosses into New York State, and is specifically designated as a cross-border trail by the Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
The registration is the proof of ownership and may be used to sell the machine.
The selling dealer does registration at the time of sale. A snowmobile obtained in a private sale or from an out-of-state source may be registered by the new owner at any Motor Vehicle office or by a dealer participating in the state's prepaid registration program.
DMV-provided registration number decals must be displayed on both sides of the cowling of the snowmobile at all times. The cowling is defined as the forward portion of the snowmobile surrounding the engine and clutch assembly. Snowmobile manufacturers provide specific space on snowmobile hoods for this purpose. Refer to your owner's manual for more information. Any display position behind the snowmobile cowling (tunnel or seat area) or on the windshield is illegal and could result in an expensive citation for violation of the registration law.Snowmobiles first registered prior to August 1995 must display owner-provided registration numbers on both sides of the cowling. They must be of block type, at least three inches tall, and in a contrasting and reflectorized color. A hyphen or space must appear between the last number and the letters.
Yearly registration validation stickers must be displayed in the upper left-hand corner of the DMV-provided registration number decals, or to the left of the owner-provided registration numbers.
Snowmobiles already registered in another state or province must be registered at a Motor Vehicle office or a snowmobile dealer who participates in the state's prepaid registration program. Snowmobiles legally registered in another state province are not required to display the New York State registration number decals, only the yearly validation stickers. The stickers must be displayed next to the home state or province registration sticker or number
.DEALER SALE:
If the snowmobile sale was purchased NEW from a DEALER in New York State or elsewhere, provide the following:
A Manufacturer's Certificate of Statement of Origin (MCO/MSO) AND
A Bill of Sale showing seller's and buyer's name and address, date of sale, year, make, model, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) engine displacement or power (cc/hp), purchase price, dealer facility number, and authorized signature. If the Bill of Sale shows that the dealer collected sales tax, it serves as proof of sales tax payment. only an original or carbon copy of the Bill of Sale is acceptable. A photocopy is NOT acceptable.
If the snowmobile was purchased USED from DEALER and was PREVIOUSLY registered in New York or elsewhere, provide:
- The registration/transfer stub signed by the owner, or similar proof of ownership issued by another jurisdiction, and - A Bill of Sale as previously described.
If the snowmobile was purchased USED from a DEALER and was NEVER
REGISTERED anywhere, provide:
- the MCO/MSO signed over to the dealer, and - A bill of Sale as previously described.
PRIVATE OWNER SALE
If the snowmobile was purchased USED from, a PRIVATE OWNER and WAS PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED in New York or elsewhere, provide:
- The registration/transfer stub signed by the owner, or a similar proof of ownership from the jurisdiction or origin, and
A form DTF-802 (Statement of Transaction-Sale or Gift of Motor Vehicle, All Terrain Vehicle, Vessel, or Snowmobile) signed by the buyer. If the snowmobile is 7 years old or newer, the seller MUST sign the back of DTF802. If it is older than 7 years, DTF-802 or a Bill of Sale must include the buyer's name and address, date of sale, year, make, model, model number, color, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), engine displacement or power (cc/hp), and purchase price. You will pay the sales tax at the Motor Vehicle office.
If the snowmobile was purchased from a PRIVATE OWNER and was NEVER REGISTERED anywhere, provide:
- The MCO/MSO signed over to the new owner, and
- The original owner's Bill of Sale and sales tax receipts from all subsequent transfers between individuals, and
- A form DTF-802 (Statement of Transaction-Sale or Gift of Motor Vehicle, All Terrain vehicle, Vessel, or Snowmobile) signed by the buyer. If the snowmobile is 7 years old or newer, the seller MUST sign the back of DTF802. If it is older than 7 years, DTF-802 or a Bill of Sale must include the buyer's name and address, date of sale, year, make, model, model number, color, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), engine displacement or power (cc/hp), and purchase price . You will pay the sales tax at the Motor Vehicle office.
To transfer a registration from another state, to transfer due to death of the owner, or if the previous proofs of ownership are not available, contact the nearest Department of Motor Vehicles Office.