For Sale: 2017 CB1100 EX - $9k (Firm)

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How's that for thread digression?

It is a perfect example of helpful digression executed beautifully: you shared wonderful, relevant data with a clever dose of wit at the end.

Registering a motorcycle from California in another state has its challenges too. I have visited the Texas DMV closest to my farm twice. Although everyone knows I own the motorcycle and will ultimately pay $190 to transfer the title, there are forms and steps that must be followed. I learned today that there was not enough information in the state database to pull up a “standard appraised value.” A 2017 CB1100EX falls into the category of “Custom, Vintage, or Unlisted Models” and requires a formal appraisal before the last keystroke can be made and a license plate pulled from the stack if it was not originally registered in the Lone Star State. Although the appraised value is irrelevant in my circumstance, it must nonetheless be included in the transaction record. It was very clear to me that the nice, helpful, available, and kind ladies at the DMV felt very passionate about protocol and procedure. Humbly, I asked for the proper forum and have an appointment at the Honda Dealership that is known throughout the Texas Hill Country for great service and a willingness to go the extra mile for a special motorcycle. Let’s hope the third trip will yield the desired result at the Texas DMV.

Lesson learned: buy in state whenever possible. David