Wisconsin rv — quick answer
In Wisconsin, a RV bill of sale is recommended and notarization of the title transfer is not required. The state form used for titled vehicles is MV1. Titling and registration are handled by the Wisconsin DMV.
Is a RV bill of sale required in Wisconsin?
Recommended. Transfer is by the title assignment plus the MV1 application; a sample bill of sale is in the MV2928 instructions.
Seller assigns the title; the buyer titles and registers with WisDOT (the seller can notify online).
Does a Wisconsin RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Not required. No notarization required.
What to include on a Wisconsin RV bill of sale
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and RV class/type
- 17-character VIN
- Length and (for motorized RVs) odometer reading
- Price, date, and signatures
How to transfer a RV in Wisconsin
- 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 assigns the title; the buyer titles and registers with WisDOT (the seller can notify online).
- 3Register with the Wisconsin DMV.
The buyer titles and registers the RV, bringing Title & License Application (MV1) / Selling Instructions (MV2928). 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 Wisconsin DMV before you sign. Not legal advice.
Wisconsin RV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is a RV bill of sale required in Wisconsin?
A bill of sale is recommended in Wisconsin. Transfer is by the title assignment plus the MV1 application; a sample bill of sale is in the MV2928 instructions.
Does a Wisconsin RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. No notarization required.
Is an RV titled like a car or a trailer?
Motorized RVs (Class A/B/C) are titled and registered like vehicles. Towable RVs such as travel trailers and fifth wheels follow trailer titling rules in your state.
Do I record mileage on an RV bill of sale?
Yes for motorized RVs — record the exact odometer reading. Towable RVs have no odometer.
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.