In short
An ATV bill of sale records the sale of an all-terrain vehicle, UTV, side-by-side, or dirt bike, including the make, model, VIN or serial number, engine size, and price.
What is a atv bill of sale?
An ATV bill of sale documents the private sale of an all-terrain vehicle, UTV/side-by-side, dirt bike, golf cart, or snowmobile. It records the make, model, VIN or frame serial number, hours or mileage, and the price.
Off-highway vehicles have their own registration rules — some states title them, some only register them for trail or public-land use — and a bill of sale is the standard proof of purchase.
When do you need one?
Use a atv bill of sale in situations like these:
- Selling or buying an ATV, UTV, side-by-side, dirt bike, or snowmobile.
- Registering an off-highway vehicle for trail or public-land use.
- Documenting an "as-is" recreational-vehicle sale.
What information goes on a ATV bill of sale?
A complete atv bill of sale should include all of the following. Our generator collects each one and flags anything you miss:
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and type
- VIN or frame serial number
- Engine size and hours/mileage
- Price, date, and signatures
How to write a atv bill of sale
- 1 Open the ATV bill of sale generator
Start the free generator with the ATV Bill of Sale type already selected and choose the state where the sale takes place.
- 2 Enter the seller, buyer, and item details
Add full legal names and addresses, then describe the ATV — the live preview builds the document as you type.
- 3 Add the price and terms
Record the agreed price (or mark it as a gift), the payment method, and whether the sale is "as-is."
- 4 Check, sign, and download
Reach 100% on the completeness score, copy or download the document for free, then follow the signing checklist for your state.
Legal considerations
- ATVs use a VIN or a frame serial number — record whichever is stamped on the machine.
- Off-highway titling and registration rules vary widely by state.
- A bill of sale is often required to get an off-highway sticker or registration.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Read our disclaimer.
State-specific requirements
Vehicle-type documents are tied to state title law. The biggest difference between states is whether the transfer must be notarized. These states require a notarized title transfer for a private sale:
Several more states require notarization only in specific tax situations. Pick your state for the exact rule, the official form, and what to bring to the DMV:
ATV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Do ATVs have a VIN?
Most modern ATVs and UTVs have a 17-character VIN; older or imported machines may use a frame serial number. Record whichever is stamped on the vehicle.
Do I need to register an ATV?
Most states require off-highway vehicles to be registered or stickered for use on trails or public land. The rules vary — check your state page.
Is a bill of sale enough to prove I own an ATV?
A bill of sale documents the sale; whether your state also issues a title for ATVs varies. Keep the bill of sale and any title or registration together.
Is a bill of sale proof of ownership?
Generally no. For titled property like a car or boat, the title is what proves ownership. A bill of sale proves that a sale happened and records the price, date, and terms — it supports the title transfer but does not replace it. For untitled property (furniture, equipment, electronics), the signed bill of sale is usually the main proof of ownership.
Can a bill of sale be handwritten?
Yes. A handwritten bill of sale is legal as long as it includes the required details — the parties, a description of the item, the price, the date, and both signatures. Using a structured template simply makes sure nothing important is left out.