Connecticut Motorcycle Registration Fee Calculator
Registering a typical motorcycle in Connecticut runs about $21.00 per year for a recent-model bike. Motorcycles follow the same fee system as other vehicles in Connecticut — with their own (usually lower) base rates. Connecticut details: Connecticut bills passenger registration at $120 per three-year cycle (shown annualized at $40), plus statutory add-ons per cycle: $5 plate, $15 Clean Air, $15 Greenhouse Gas, and a $24 Passport to Parks fee (raised in July 2025). The bigger recurring cost is the municipal motor vehicle property tax — since late 2024 computed from depreciated MSRP at a 70% assessment ratio, capped at 32.46 mills. EVs pay no surcharge and skip the Clean Air fee.
Your motorcycle
- Motorcycle registration fee$63.00
- Title fee$25.00
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
- Town motor vehicle property tax is often several hundred dollars per year and is not yet itemized here.
- Statutory add-ons total about $59 per 3-year renewal on top of the $120.
What determines motorcycle registration cost in Connecticut?
- Motorcycle-specific base rate
- Fuel type (EV and hybrid surcharges where applicable)
- Municipal property tax (depreciated MSRP × 70% × town mill rate, capped 32.46 mills)
Frequently asked questions
How much does motorcycle registration cost in Connecticut?
About $21.00 per year for a typical recent-model motorcycle, based on Connecticut's current fee schedule (last reviewed 2026-07-16). Use the calculator above for your bike's exact numbers.
Is motorcycle registration cheaper than car registration in Connecticut?
Generally yes — motorcycle base fees run lower than passenger-car fees in most states. In Connecticut the flat motorcycle rate is the main cost.
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Sources: https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/resources/dmv-fees — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.