New Hampshire motorcycle — quick answer
In New Hampshire, a motorcycle bill of sale is required and notarization of the title transfer is not required. The state form used for titled vehicles is TDMV 22A. Titling and registration are handled by the New Hampshire DMV.
Is a motorcycle bill of sale required in New Hampshire?
Required. A bill of sale is required by statute (RSA 261:148) and must include the date, names, signatures, and legal addresses.
Seller signs the title; the buyer titles through the town/city clerk and the DMV.
Does a New Hampshire motorcycle bill of sale need to be notarized?
Not required. Common myth: New Hampshire is often mislabeled a "notary state." The bill of sale is required but is NOT notarized for standard transfers.
What to include on a New Hampshire motorcycle bill of sale
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and engine size (cc)
- 17-character VIN
- Odometer reading
- Sale price and date
- Both signatures
How to transfer a motorcycle in New Hampshire
- 1Complete the bill of sale and title assignment.
Record the buyer, seller, price, odometer, and date. Both parties sign and date.
- 2Hand over the signed title.
Seller signs the title; the buyer titles through the town/city clerk and the DMV.
- 3Register with the New Hampshire DMV.
The buyer titles and registers the motorcycle, bringing Bill of Sale (TDMV 22A for non-titled vehicles). Confirm current fees on the official page.
Odometer disclosure
Federal law requires a written odometer disclosure when title is transferred for vehicles less than 20 years old. As of 2026 that means model year 2011 and newer; model year 2010 and older are generally exempt. Record the exact mileage — never round it. See the NHTSA rule.
Official sources
Requirements change and can vary by county. Confirm with the New Hampshire DMV before you sign. Not legal advice.
New Hampshire Motorcycle Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is a motorcycle bill of sale required in New Hampshire?
A bill of sale is required in New Hampshire. A bill of sale is required by statute (RSA 261:148) and must include the date, names, signatures, and legal addresses.
Does a New Hampshire motorcycle bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. Common myth: New Hampshire is often mislabeled a "notary state." The bill of sale is required but is NOT notarized for standard transfers.
Does a motorcycle bill of sale need a VIN?
Yes. The 17-character VIN uniquely identifies the motorcycle and is required to register it. Our tool checks that the VIN is the correct length.
Is a motorcycle bill of sale the same as a title?
No. The title proves and transfers ownership; the bill of sale documents the sale and price. You typically need both to register the motorcycle.
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.