Do you need to register a Raft if it has a 12v motor?

Question

I live in oregon and i want to buy a raft that you can mount a 12v motor to. But since its a raft and only a 12v motor do you need to have a registraition on the raft or whatever?

Answer 1

Contact the local DMV & ask them>

Answer 2

Yes, Anything that floats and has a motor must be registered.  Assuming it's not in your own private lake, or bathtub.

Answer 3

It seems like you may have to.  I would check with the oregon state marine board.  Their website is

www.boatoregon.com

Answer 4

your dept. of natural resources will have your final answer.  in my jurisdiction any vessel with any kind of motor must be registered.