In short
An ATV bill of sale records the sale of an all-terrain vehicle, UTV, side-by-side, or dirt bike, including the make, model, VIN or serial number, engine size, and price.
What is an ATV bill of sale?
An ATV bill of sale documents the private sale of an all-terrain vehicle, UTV/side-by-side, dirt bike, golf cart, or snowmobile. It records the make, model, VIN or frame serial number, hours or mileage, and the price.
Off-highway vehicles have their own registration rules — some states title them, some only register them for trail or public-land use — and a bill of sale is the standard proof of purchase.
When do you need one?
Use an ATV bill of sale in situations like these:
- Selling or buying an ATV, UTV, side-by-side, dirt bike, or snowmobile.
- Registering an off-highway vehicle for trail or public-land use.
- Documenting an "as-is" recreational-vehicle sale.
What information goes on an ATV bill of sale?
A complete ATV bill of sale should include all of the following. Our generator collects each one and flags anything you miss:
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and type
- VIN or frame serial number
- Engine size and hours/mileage
- Price, date, and signatures
How to write an ATV bill of sale
- 1 Open the ATV bill of sale generator
Start the free generator with the ATV Bill of Sale type already selected and choose the state where the sale takes place.
- 2 Enter the seller, buyer, and item details
Add full legal names and addresses, then describe the ATV — the live preview builds the document as you type.
- 3 Add the price and terms
Record the agreed price (or mark it as a gift), the payment method, and whether the sale is "as-is."
- 4 Check, sign, and download
Reach 100% on the completeness score, copy or download the document for free, then follow the signing checklist for your state.
Legal considerations
- ATVs use a VIN or a frame serial number — record whichever is stamped on the machine.
- Off-highway titling and registration rules vary widely by state.
- A bill of sale is often required to get an off-highway sticker or registration.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Read our disclaimer.
State-specific requirements
Vehicle-type documents are tied to state title law. The biggest difference between states is whether the transfer must be notarized. These states require a notarized title transfer for a private sale:
Several more states require notarization only in specific tax situations. Pick your state for the exact rule, the official form, and what to bring to the DMV:
Free printable ATV bill of sale (PDF)
Prefer to print a form and fill it in at the time of sale? Download a free, blank ATV bill of sale PDF — no watermark and no signup. Or fill it out online with the generator for live validation and a finished copy.
ATV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Do ATVs have a VIN?
Most modern ATVs and UTVs have a 17-character VIN; older or imported machines may use a frame serial number. Record whichever is stamped on the vehicle.
Do I need to register an ATV?
Most states require off-highway vehicles to be registered or stickered for use on trails or public land. The rules vary — check your state page.
Is a bill of sale enough to prove I own an ATV?
A bill of sale documents the sale; whether your state also issues a title for ATVs varies. Keep the bill of sale and any title or registration together.
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.
Can a bill of sale be handwritten?
Yes. A handwritten bill of sale is legal as long as it includes the required details — the parties, a description of the item, the price, the date, and both signatures. Using a structured template simply makes sure nothing important is left out.