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.
Essential documents for a title transfer in Pennsylvania include the vehicle title, Form MV-4ST, a bill of sale, and, if applicable, a lien release. Gathering these documents beforehand helps ensure a smooth transfer process without delays.
The buyer and seller must both go to transfer the title with their state-issued identification. The current mileage should be noted on the bill of sale and the buyer's name and address should be put in the purchaser section of the application for a title.
Registration is required for all All-Terrain (ATV) vehicles in Pennsylania, unless they are used solely for business or agriculture. If you plan to ride your ATV on property that is not owned or leased by you, you also must carry liability insurance. Proof of that insurance must be carried with you when you ride.
Necessary documents include the current vehicle title, a bill of sale (optional but recommended), and identification such as a Pennsylvania driver's license or state-issued ID. It's essential to have accurate and complete documentation to prevent delays in the transfer process.
Generally speaking, ATVs may be operated: On private property with the consent of the owner. On state-owned property on clearly marked and designated trails. On highways and streets when necessary to cross a bridge or culvert.
Class II ATVs (motorized off-highway vehicle, which travels on three or more inflatable tires and has a width which exceeds 50 inches or a dry weight which exceeds 1200 pounds) may be operated on state forest land ONLY if the trail is specifically posted open to Class II ATVs of a particular width and weight.
Because the only way to make a UTV street legal in Pennsylvania is to register in another state, getting legal does not involve any parts specific to Pennsylvania. Thanks to reciprocity agreements between states, a vehicle only needs to have the parts required by the state where it is registered.
Liability insurance coverage is required for all ATVs that are required to have general registration. Proof of this coverage should be carried by the operator. The law does not specify a minimum dollar amount for this coverage.
That might get you to wonder if a handwritten bill of sale is legally binding. Handwritten bills of sale are indeed contractual agreements — so long as they have the right elements.