It's easy in some states. In PA it's PAin. An old boat or bike without a title is pretty much for parts unless there's something really special about it or it's worth a whole lot more with it. For bikes worth under $1000 it's not worth it. I believe Connecticut is rather liberal on the topic. They are quite happy to take your money and give you one, so long as it doesn't come up stolen. It can even be done through the mail. It still runs about $250.