A motorcycle bill of sale is the receipt for a private bike sale. It records the price, VIN and mileage, and that the motorcycle is sold as-is.
Free Motorcycle Bill of Sale template
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Motorcycle Bill of Sale
Seller: ____, ____ Buyer: ____, ____
Motorcycle
| Year | Make | Model | VIN |
|---|---|---|---|
| ____ | ____ | ____ | ____ |
Odometer reading: ____ miles. To the best of Seller’s knowledge this is the actual mileage, unless noted here: __.
Sale
On ____, Seller sold the motorcycle to Buyer for $____, receipt of which Seller acknowledges.
As-is
The motorcycle is sold as-is, where-is, without warranties of any kind, express or implied, except that Seller states they are the legal owner and it is free of liens and encumbrances unless listed here: __.
Title
Seller will sign over any certificate of title to Buyer. Buyer is responsible for registration, taxes and fees required by ____.
Seller: __ Date: __
Buyer: __ Date: __
This free template is general information, not legal advice, and may not suit your state or situation. Some documents must be signed before witnesses or a notary. For anything important, have a lawyer review it.
What else you need
- Title. Street motorcycles are titled like cars; the signed title transfers ownership.
- Odometer. Federal odometer disclosure applies to model year 2011 and newer motor vehicles for their first 20 years.
- Off-road bikes may be titled or registered separately (or not at all) depending on your state.
For cars, see the state vehicle bill of sale pages, which link the title rules for each state.
Sources
Checked October 23, 2026. Laws and agency rules change; confirm with your state agency. This is general information, not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is a motorcycle bill of sale different from a car bill of sale?
The terms are the same. This version labels the vehicle as a motorcycle; you can also use the state vehicle bill of sale pages.
Does a motorcycle bill of sale need to be notarized?
Only in some states. Check your state DMV.
Questions from readers
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