Displaying a Permit on the Left Side
California off-highway vehicle permit display rules require placing special permits on the left side of machines for enforcement officers.
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What California’s Tan Sticker Allows at Sanctioned Events
California’s Tan Sticker permits non-compliant racing machines to operate exclusively at organized, sanctioned competitive events across the state.
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Why a 2022 Machine Might Be Tan
California off-highway vehicle regulations explain why a 2022 machine requires a tan sticker instead of a green sticker for riding.
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Machines Built in 2003 and the Red Sticker
California red sticker rules for 2003 off-highway vehicles explain seasonal riding restrictions and emission standards on public lands.
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What Changed for Red Stickers in 2025
California Red Sticker off-highway vehicle regulations now allow year-round riding access on public lands across the state.
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Riding a Red Sticker Machine Year Round in California
California Red Sticker rules and seasonal off-highway vehicle riding restrictions, explaining recent changes to state regulations.
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Reading the Sticker Color on a Used Quad
California off-highway vehicle sticker colors explain emissions compliance, legal riding seasons, and registration requirements for used quads.
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California’s 50 Percent Late Fee on OHV Registration
California OHV registration late fees explain the June 30 biennial expiration rule and how to avoid financial penalties.
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Registering a Machine Bought Just Before June 30
California off-highway vehicle registration rules, biennial fees, and the fixed June 30 expiration timeline for recent buyers.
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Registering a Machine Bought in May
California off-highway vehicle registrations expire every two years on June thirtieth, causing quick renewals for May purchases.
