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FAQs

Can you make a quad street legal in Texas? ›

It is possible to make a UTV street legal in Texas by registering it in another state. The resulting title, registration, and license plate will allow you to drive your side-by-side on roads, highways, and city streets in Texas and beyond.

The ATV, ROV, UTV and Sand Rail must display an Off-Highway Vehicle license plate when operated on roads authorized by the city or county. Operation may be authorized only on roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less.

The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of new ATVs is typically between $6,000 and $16,000, with a wide variety of incredibly popular models available for under $10,000. But an ATV costs more than just its purchase price. Other costs to consider include: Costs for licensing your ATV.

Average Pricing for New ATVs

You can expect to pay anywhere from $3k-$15K+ for a new ATV.

If you have bought a vehicle from a Texas dealer and you are a Texas resident, the dealership will transfer the title at the tax office on your behalf. However, if you have purchased a vehicle from an individual, the documents must be submitted to the tax office in person or by mail.

Texas state law generally doesn't require four wheeler insurance to register or operate an ATV. Insurance is still broadly recommended for most riders, however.

Safety Apparel – An approved safety helmet and eye protection must be worn when operating an ATV on public property.

While ATVs and UTVs are not required to be registered for off-highway use in Texas, they do need to be titled. This can be done at a county tax assessor/collector's office.

In Texas, the Department of Public Safety regulates street-legal ATVs. You must meet certain requirements to drive an ATV on public streets legally. These requirements include valid registration, driver's license, correctly displayed triangular orange flag, and safety gear.

ATVs and UTVs are obviously in the best condition when brand new, but for some enthusiasts or hobbyists on a budget, buying a used one may be the best route. You may still get the right balance of features and cost with a used ATV/UTV.

How many miles is too many for a used four wheeler? ›

The average annual mileage for an ATV is 1,000 to 2,000. While there are varying opinions and factors on this matter, most off-roaders consider anything above 5,000 miles to be high mileage. An ATV with 1,000 miles or under is considered to have low mileage.

The average lifespan of an ATV is somewhere around 20 years if they are properly maintained. An ATV with over 1000 hours can still run like new if it's been regularly serviced. Like vehicles, ATVs can start giving you problems once they reach a certain number of kilometers.

Putting your ATV to work

A few great reasons an ATV is a great investment is they are used as a tool in many industries to make money or make a job easier. They are used to clear snow, help with landscaping, and transport employees in and out of job sites.

If your state does allow ATVs on its roads your quad will need to be “street-legal.” Qualifications for street-legal ATVs vary from state to state, some will require a horn, proof of insurance, a license plate, and an emissions test. You can find individual state guidelines here.

Functional Brakes: Working brakes are essential for a car to be street legal. That also includes a functioning parking brake. Headlights, Tail Lights, Stop Lights & Turn Signals: Every vehicle must have headlights, tail lights, stop lights, and turn signals that comply with federal laws.

Now, Texans can confidently register a Kei truck as they would any other car. That truck can then drive on Texas roads just like any other car.