Overview
The one place motorcycles still see county-by-county variation is the Portland metro surcharge: Multnomah County adds $78 for 2 years, Washington and Clackamas Counties add $34. Since Oregon has no sales tax, buying a bike from a dealer or a private seller costs nothing extra beyond title and registration - no privilege or use tax applies unless it's a nearly-new dealer sale, and even then the 0.5% rate is the same as any vehicle.
01 - Official fees
Oregon motorcycle fees fees at a glance
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle/moped registration, 2 years | $88.00 | flat, MPG doesn't apply |
| Motorcycle/moped title | $101.00 | |
| Multnomah County surcharge | $78.00 | 2 years |
| Washington/Clackamas County surcharge | $34.00 | 2 years |
| Privilege/use tax (dealer sale, ≤7,500 mi) | 0.5% | of purchase price |
Figures verified June 2026 against official sources (listed below). Always confirm the final amount with the Oregon DMV (ODOT) - counties can add small local fees.
03 - Same state, other costs
More Oregon vehicle costs
04 - Common questions
Oregon motorcycle fees FAQ
How much does motorcycle registration cost in Oregon?
A flat $88 for 2 years no matter the bike's fuel economy, plus $78 in Multnomah County or $34 in Washington/Clackamas County if you're registered there. A new title runs $101.
Why don't motorcycles get MPG-tiered fees like cars do?
Oregon's legislature only built the MPG surcharge structure into passenger car and truck fees. Motorcycles and mopeds - already relatively fuel-efficient and a small share of road wear - stayed on a single flat rate.
Do I pay sales tax buying a used motorcycle in Oregon?
No - same as cars, Oregon has no general sales tax and used motorcycle sales (dealer or private) aren't taxed. Only a dealer sale of a motorcycle with 7,500 miles or less triggers the 0.5% privilege tax.
Does my motorcycle need emissions testing to register?
No - motorcycles are exempt from Oregon's DEQ emissions testing program even in the Portland and Medford testing areas that require it for cars.
Are mopeds registered the same way as motorcycles?
Yes - mopeds share the same flat $88 registration and $101 title fee as motorcycles, with the same county surcharges applying if you're in Multnomah, Washington, or Clackamas County.
Is there a separate fee for a motorcycle endorsement on my license?
Yes, but it's a DMV licensing fee, not a vehicle fee - the Class endorsement and any required skills test are billed separately from titling and registering the bike itself.
05 - Receipts
Official sources
Every number on this page comes from these documents - check them yourself.