Relating to specially constructed motorcycles

The application fee is $30. The application must be accompanied by a statement from the department of transportation (DOT) authorizing the motor vehicle to be titled and registered. A physical inspection of all specially constructed vehicles must be made so the DOT can determine whether the motor vehicle complies with the definition of “specially constructed vehicle” and to determine that the integral component parts are properly identified and that the rightful ownership is established before the owner can register and title the motor vehicle. The purpose of the physical inspection is not to determine whether the motor vehicle is in a condition safe to operate. Upon completion of every specially constructed vehicle, the owner is required to certify on a form prescribed by the DOT that the vehicle is in compliance with all equipment specifications required under Code chapter 321 (motor vehicles and law of the road). If a vehicle does not meet the equipment requirements of Code chapter 321 due to the particular use for which it is designed or intended, the vehicle may be registered by the DOT upon payment of appropriate fees and after inspection and certification by the DOT that the vehicle is not in an unsafe condition.