Motorcycle Bill of Sale by State

What is a motorcycle bill of sale?

A motorcycle bill of sale is a written record of the private sale of a motorcycle, scooter, or motorbike. It documents the purchase price, vehicle details (VIN or engine number, year, make, model, mileage), and the identities of both buyer and seller.

What information should a motorcycle bill of sale include?

It should include the VIN (or engine number if no VIN exists), year, make, model, odometer reading, sale price, date of sale, and full names and signatures of both parties. Some states also require the current plate or registration number.

Does a motorcycle bill of sale need to be notarized?

Requirements vary by state. A few states require notarization for motorcycle transfers while most do not. Your Bill of Sale flags the notarization requirement for your state automatically.

Do I need a bill of sale to register a motorcycle?

Many state DMVs require a bill of sale or proof of purchase to register a recently purchased motorcycle. It establishes the purchase price (used to calculate sales tax) and confirms that ownership transferred from seller to buyer.