Montana Motorcycle Bill of Sale
Create a free Montana motorcycle bill of sale. Notarization is not required for a Montana motorcycle bill of sale. Fill in the details, preview it live, and download a PDF or email it.
Montana motorcycle requirements
Montana publishes an official Bill of Sale (Form MV24) that the MVD lists as a required title-transfer document alongside the Application for Certificate of Title (MV1), and it does not require notarization for ordinary individual-to-individual vehicle sales (notary only for break/bond titles or electronic-record transfers); Montana eliminated the title-signature notarization requirement under HB 165 (amending MCA 61-3-220(2)) effective October 1, 2025.
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⚠ Montana publishes an official Bill of Sale (Form MV24) that the MVD lists as a required title-transfer document alongside the Application for Certificate of Title (MV1), and it does not require notarization for ordinary individual-to-individual vehicle sales (notary only for break/bond titles or electronic-record transfers); Montana eliminated the title-signature notarization requirement under HB 165 (amending MCA 61-3-220(2)) effective October 1, 2025.
Motorcycle Bill of Sale (Montana)
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 Montana.
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 Montana's requirements before signing.
Montana Motorcycle Requirements
Montana requires a bill of sale to title or register a motorcycle. Notarization is not required for a Montana motorcycle bill of sale. Montana publishes an official form (Form MV24 (Bill of Sale)).
Federal law (49 CFR 580) requires a written odometer disclosure at transfer for vehicles under 20 model years old (exemptions for older vehicles and those over a heavy weight rating). Montana requires mileage disclosure for any vehicle of model year 2011 or newer; the MV24 Bill of Sale captures the odometer reading and directs sellers to use the separate Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form MV90A) for vehicle model years 2011 or newer, and the purchaser acknowledges the seller's odometer certification on the form.
Source: Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) Form MV24 (Bill of Sale); Montana Secretary of State notary guidance on motor vehicle titles (HB 165 amending MCA 61-3-220(2), eff. 10/1/2025); MCA Title 61, ch. 3 · 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 Montana?
Notarization is not required for a Montana motorcycle bill of sale.
Do I need a bill of sale for a motorcycle in Montana?
Yes — Montana requires it to title or register the motorcycle.
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 Montana motorcycle bill of sale generator is a self-help tool for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Confirm Montana's requirements before signing.