Selling Privately
Sell a Motorcycle Privately
Same process as a car in most provinces. Buyer may need a motorcycle endorsement (M) on their licence to legally ride after purchase.
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Identification Number
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
17 characters — typically on the steering head or frame near footpegs
1HGBH41JXMN109186
Always verify this number matches the registration document before signing a bill of sale.
Transfer steps
- 1
Sign bill of sale
- 2
Provide signed-off registration
- 3
Buyer registers at provincial registry
- 4
Seller keeps plate in most provinces
Seller disclosures
- •Known mechanical defects
- •Accident history
- •Modifications from factory spec
- •Odometer reading
- •Liens
Buyer's checklist
- ✓Lien search
- ✓Safety inspection (where required)
- ✓Valid M endorsement on licence before riding
- ✓Motorcycle-specific insurance
Official sources
Last updated: June 2026
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