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Originally Posted by spdrun
I never knew why NJ went with the stickers in the first place -- they didn't have them before the late 90s, and they've always had inspections where they checked the registration renewal and issued a sticker. Probably a kickback from a printing company to some DMV bureaucrat 
Didn't NJ abolish safety inspections a few years ago, so emissions-exempt vehicles like diesels and motorcycles never have to go in? |
I think they only check horn, lights & turn signals. They do check brakes too. Everything that can be done while they sit in it.
No more front end lift & wheel checks or headlight focus.
I never thought about diesels, but I haven't inspected my m/c in years. They stopped registration stickers on m/c plates a few years ago too. (My plate sticker says Jul 11).
Once upon a time they used to put inspection stickers on your left front fork. That ended a long time ago.
http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Inspections/VehiclesExempt.htm
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Motorcycle self-inspection Effective August 1, 2010, motorcycles are no longer required to submit for an inspection in New Jersey and display registration decals. Registration decals will no longer be issued. Decals may be removed from license plates.
Riders should keep in mind that it is their responsibility to make sure their motorcycles are free from mechanical defects and are operating properly. Law enforcement may still cite a cyclist for equipment out of compliance or failure to make repairs.
Motorcycle owner checklist and protective equipment:
License plate and current registration
Valid insurance card
Valid motorcycle driver license
USDOT approved non-reflective helmet with four inches of reflective tape on each side
Approved goggles or face shield if motorcycle is not equipped with an approved wind screen
Motorcycles should be examined to ensure that every component is working in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and is not bent, loose, damaged, broken, defective or out of alignment. These components include: Steering, suspension, and wheel alignment
Handlebar grips that are not higher than your shoulders when you are seated on the motorcycle in normal driving position
Horn
Red rear light and reflector
Stop light
Head light
Rear view mirror
Exhaust system
Tires
Seat, hand holds, and foot rests
Adequate brakes (all motorcycles made after 1974 require brakes on front and rear wheels)
Additional information on motorcycle safety and training is available online.
http://www.nj.gov/mvc/Inspections/HowDoI.htm