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SELLING PRIVATELY

Sell a Dirt Bike / Off-Road Motorcycle Privately

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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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Bill of sale template for your province

Vehicle sale guide: everything below, plus the checklist as a PDF.

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  • Province-specific blank bill of sale
  • Transfer checklist for your province
  • What to hand over on sale day
  • How to remove the vehicle from your record
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Free blank bill of sale: PDF download

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  1. 1

    Identification Number

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    VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

    17 characters: on the steering head or frame near the engine

    1HGBH41JXMN109186

    Always verify this number matches the registration document before signing a bill of sale.

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  2. 2

    Transfer steps

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    1. 1
      Sign bill of sale
    2. 2
      If road-plated: transfer at provincial motor vehicle registry
    3. 3
      If off-road only: bill of sale is sufficient proof of ownership
    4. 4
      Buyer arranges appropriate insurance
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    Seller disclosures

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    • •Known mechanical issues
    • •Hour meter reading (if applicable)
    • •Crash history
    • •Modifications from stock
    • •Whether it's been raced
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    Buyer's checklist

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    • ✓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
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  • Lien search guide
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Vehicle Transfer and Lien Check Package
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Facts checked September 2026

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