This form is a generic Bill of Sale for a Four Wheeler (ATV) from an individual rather than from a dealer. No warranty is being made as to its condition.
This form is a generic Bill of Sale for a Four Wheeler (ATV) from an individual rather than from a dealer. No warranty is being made as to its condition.
Does a bill of sale have to be notarized in New York? No. A bill of sale for a private party vehicle transfer does not need to be notarized in New York.
Specific state laws dictate whether a POA must be notarized. For example, New York and Florida require notarization for all POAs to be valid. In other states, such as California, notarization is not required by default but is highly recommended to ensure acceptance by all institutions.
OHVs such as all-terrain vehicles, trail bikes, racing motorcycles, dune buggies, and snowmobiles do not require regular vehicle registration, but they must display an ID plate or placard issued by DMV. To register your OHV, you will need: An Application for Title or Registration (REG 343) form.
Any ATV driven anywhere in New York State, even solely on private property, must be registered (except those used only for agricultural purposes or private, not-for-hire snowplowing).
In New York, a bill of sale is not an acceptable proof of ownership without other proofs. A notary does not need to witness the buyer and seller signing the vehicle title unless it is from a list of 15 specific states, in which case it does need to be notarized.
Proof of Ownership If your ATV has never been registered and you do not have these acceptable documents, you must complete and submit a Statement of Ownership (PDF) (MV-51B).
For motor vehicles, you can use the form that the state of California provides (Form Reg-135) or you can draft an original document. California does not provide an official Bill of Sale for livestock. If you buy or sell a horse in California, you will need to draft your own bill of sale.
This law, known as Senate Bill S2702, became effective in February 2024. The law also raised the minimum age for supervisors of young riders on public lands from 16 to 18. Now, any ATV operator under 16 must be under the supervision of someone over 18, who must also possess an ATV safety certificate.
The new owner must go to the DMV with the acceptable proof of ownership and a bill of sale. A bill of sale alone is not acceptable as proof of ownership without a title or transferable registration.