Selling Privately
Sell a Dirt Bike / Off-Road Motorcycle Privately
Dirt bikes not used on public roads typically don't need provincial registration. If the bike is plated for road use (dual-sport), it follows the same process as a motorcycle.
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Identification Number
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
17 characters — on the steering head or frame near the engine
Always verify this number matches the registration document before signing a bill of sale.
Transfer steps
- 1
Sign bill of sale
- 2
If road-plated: transfer at provincial motor vehicle registry
- 3
If off-road only: bill of sale is sufficient proof of ownership
- 4
Buyer arranges appropriate insurance
Seller disclosures
- •Known mechanical issues
- •Hour meter reading (if applicable)
- •Crash history
- •Modifications from stock
- •Whether it's been raced
Buyer's checklist
- ✓VIN verification
- ✓Lien search if purchase price is significant
- ✓Check if bike is plated for road — if so, requires safety cert in some provinces
- ✓Trail/race park memberships don't transfer automatically
Official sources
Last updated: June 2026
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