Nice bike. I have a 2001 xr650r, love it. Be sure to get it "uncorked" or you will be missing lots of performance, and it will overheat and be hard to start. I bought mine already titled for the street by the previous owner. I think all you need to do is have a friendly cop inspect and approve it, then take the form he will give you to the secretary of state. Call your local police department, they should be able to describe the process. My xr is technically not legal but the "friendly" cop passed it. I have never had a problem getting harrassed by the authorities.