New York ATV Registration Fee Calculator
ATV/OHV registration in New York is handled by the New York DMV and costs $12.5 per year. Rules differ sharply from road vehicles: most states require OHV registration only for riding on public lands or designated trails, and street use generally isn't allowed regardless.
Your atv
- OHV registration$12.50
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-16. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- $12.50/yr (expires Aug 31) plus a one-time $12.50 plate fee. ATVs are a non-titled class in New York — ownership is by transferable registration.
- Snowmobiles register separately: $100/yr, or $45 with a NYS Snowmobile Association club membership.
What determines ATV registration cost in New York?
- OHV program fee
- Where you ride (public trails vs. private land)
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to register an ATV in New York?
Yes, for use on public lands and trails — New York's OHV program charges $12.5 per year. ATVs used exclusively on your own private property are typically exempt.
Can I ride a registered ATV on the road in New York?
Generally no — OHV registration does not confer street-legal status. Limited road crossings or special local ordinances may allow short segments; street-legal conversion is a separate (and in many states unavailable) process.
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Sources: https://dmv.ny.gov/registration/register-an-atv — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.