Tennessee Motorcycle Registration Fee Calculator
Registering a typical motorcycle in Tennessee runs about $22.00 per year for a recent-model bike. Motorcycles follow the same fee system as other vehicles in Tennessee — with their own (usually lower) base rates. Tennessee details: Tennessee's state registration fee is about $29 for passenger vehicles (including county issuance), but most counties add a wheel tax — $0 in some rural counties, $36 in Knox, $55 in Davidson — that varies widely. EVs pay a $200 annual fee rising to $274 on January 1, 2027 and inflation-indexed after; hybrids and plug-in hybrids pay $100.
Your motorcycle
- Motorcycle registration fee$22.00
- Title fee$14.00
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
- The EV fee is pre-scheduled to jump to $274 in 2027 under the Transportation Modernization Act.
What determines motorcycle registration cost in Tennessee?
- Motorcycle-specific base rate
- Fuel type (EV and hybrid surcharges where applicable)
- County wheel tax (varies $0–$100+)
Frequently asked questions
How much does motorcycle registration cost in Tennessee?
About $22.00 per year for a typical recent-model motorcycle, based on Tennessee'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 Tennessee?
Generally yes — motorcycle base fees run lower than passenger-car fees in most states. In Tennessee the flat motorcycle rate is the main cost.
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Sources: https://www.tn.gov/revenue/title-and-registration.html — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.