Colorado Motorcycle Bill of Sale
Create a free Colorado motorcycle bill of sale. Notarization is not required for a Colorado motorcycle bill of sale. Fill in the details, preview it live, and download a PDF or email it.
Colorado motorcycle requirements
A bill of sale is not strictly required to title a private-sale vehicle in Colorado if the date of sale and purchase price are completed correctly on the back of the title, but Colorado offers an official secure DMV Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale (DR 2173); a standard private-party vehicle bill of sale does not need to be notarized.
Seller
Buyer
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⚠ A bill of sale is not strictly required to title a private-sale vehicle in Colorado if the date of sale and purchase price are completed correctly on the back of the title, but Colorado offers an official secure DMV Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale (DR 2173); a standard private-party vehicle bill of sale does not need to be notarized.
Motorcycle Bill of Sale (Colorado)
1. Parties
This Bill of Sale is made on ________________ between [SELLER NAME] ("Seller") and [BUYER NAME] ("Buyer"). The Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer all of the Seller's right, title, and interest in the motorcycle described below.
2. Description of Motorcycle
[Enter the motorcycle details]
3. Purchase Price
For valuable consideration, the Buyer pays the Seller the total purchase price of $________, paid in full, receipt of which the Seller acknowledges.
4. Delivery
The Seller delivers possession of the motorcycle to the Buyer on ________________, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.
5. Federal Odometer Disclosure
Federal law (the Truth in Mileage Act, 49 CFR Part 580) generally requires the Seller to disclose the vehicle's mileage at the transfer of ownership, EXCEPT for vehicles 20 or more model years old, vehicles with a gross weight rating over 16,000 lbs, and non-self-propelled vehicles (such as trailers). If this disclosure is required for this vehicle, the Seller certifies that the odometer reads ____________ miles and, to the best of the Seller's knowledge, reflects the actual mileage — UNLESS one of the following is checked: ( ) the mileage stated is in excess of the odometer's mechanical limits; ( ) the odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage (WARNING — ODOMETER DISCREPANCY).
Buyer acknowledges receipt of this odometer disclosure: Signature: ______________________ Printed name: ______________________ Date: ____________
6. Condition and Warranties
The Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the motorcycle and accepts it in its current condition.
The motorcycle is sold "AS-IS, WHERE-IS," with all faults. Except for the warranty of title below, the Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Warranty of title: The Seller warrants that the Seller is the lawful owner of the item, that it is free of all liens and encumbrances, and that the Seller has the right to sell it.
7. Governing Law
This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Colorado.
Signatures
By signing below, the Buyer and Seller acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to this Bill of Sale.
Signature: _______________________________________
Seller — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
Signature: _______________________________________
Buyer — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
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This is a self-help template, not legal advice. Confirm Colorado's requirements before signing.
Colorado Motorcycle Requirements
Colorado does not strictly require a separate motorcycle bill of sale to title, but one is strongly recommended as proof of the sale. Notarization is not required for a Colorado motorcycle bill of sale. Colorado publishes an official form (DR 2173 Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale).
Colorado follows the federal odometer disclosure rule (49 CFR 580): a written odometer disclosure is required on transfer for vehicles less than 20 model years old. Colorado DMV guidance states vehicles of model year 2011 or newer require an odometer disclosure (on the title or on a secure form) until the vehicle reaches 20 years of age. The disclosure may be made on the secure DR 2173 Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale. Pre-2021 the federal threshold was 10 model years; it was expanded to 20 model years effective for 2011-and-newer vehicles.
Source: Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles - Private Sale: Buying or Selling a Vehicle (dmv.colorado.gov/buying-and-selling) and Forms in Number Order (DR 2173) · official form.
What to Include
A motorcycle bill of sale records the sale of a motorcycle, moped, or scooter, including the VIN and odometer reading needed to transfer the title.
- Year
- Make
- Model
- VIN — Vehicle Identification Number
- Odometer (miles) — Required for the federal odometer disclosure
- Sale price, date, and both signatures
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a motorcycle bill of sale need to be notarized in Colorado?
Notarization is not required for a Colorado motorcycle bill of sale.
Do I need a bill of sale for a motorcycle in Colorado?
It is strongly recommended as proof of the sale and price, and may be needed for registration.
Can I download or email the motorcycle bill of sale?
Yes — fill in the form above, then download the PDF or email a copy to yourself. Both buyer and seller should sign.
Disclaimer
This Colorado motorcycle bill of sale generator is a self-help tool for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Confirm Colorado's requirements before signing.