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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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  • Transfer checklist for your province
  • What to hand over on sale day
  • How to remove the vehicle from your record
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  • Lien search guide

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Identification Number

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.

Transfer steps

  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

Free blank bill of sale: PDF download

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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: July 2026

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