Gloucester, Massachusetts

Create Gloucester, Massachusetts Motorcycle Bill of Sale for Private sale Online — Print a Ready-to-Sign Form

Print a motorcycle bill of sale form for your private sale in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Fill in the details online, then print the completed document for both parties to sign.

Print a ready-to-sign form

Print Instructions

Paper Size

US Letter (8.5 × 11 in)

Margins

0.5 in minimum all sides

Ink

Black ink, laser or inkjet

Before You Print

☐Verify the VIN matches the motorcycle title exactly
☐Confirm buyer and seller names match government-issued IDs
☐Have both parties present at the time of signing
☐Bring a valid photo ID accepted by Massachusetts
☐Print at least two copies — one for each party

Both parties should sign with a ballpoint pen in blue or black ink. Initial any corrections rather than using correction fluid.

Private sale — What You Need to Know

A transaction between two private individuals without dealer involvement. Both parties negotiate directly and the seller transfers the title after payment.

Seller guidance

You are responsible for disclosing known defects, providing an accurate odometer statement, and delivering a clean title. Once the bill of sale is signed and funds received, remove the vehicle from your insurance and notify your DMV of the transfer.

Buyer guidance

Run a title search or VIN history report (NMVTIS, CARFAX) before handing over funds. Confirm the seller is the titled owner and the title is free of liens. Take possession of the signed title on the day of sale.

Legal note (Massachusetts-specific)

MA charges a 6.25% sales tax on private party vehicle sales, paid at the RMV. Title must be transferred within 10 days. The seller should complete an Odometer Disclosure Statement. MA uses a combined registration and title form.

Private sale checklist

Verify the seller name matches the title exactly
Confirm no open liens via your state DMV or NMVTIS
Complete federal odometer disclosure (vehicles <10 years old)
Sign and date the bill of sale with both parties present
Transfer title and notify DMV within your state deadline
Seller completes Odometer Disclosure Statement
Buyer pays 6.25% sales tax at RMV within 10 days
Submit RMV-1 (Registration and Title Application) at RMV office

Motorcycle Safety & Recall Information

Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases

Average Safety Rating

0 / 5

Avg. Price Range

$2,000–$20,000

Odometer Disclosure

Required

Safety checkpoints for motorcycle buyers

Check tire condition — motorcycle tires have a 5-year lifespan regardless of tread
Inspect brake pads and fluid condition on both front and rear systems
Verify chain/belt tension and sprocket wear
Test all lighting including turn signals and brake light
Check helmet lock and passenger peg integrity
Verify ABS function (where equipped) by feeling lever pulse during firm stop
Inspect frame for crash damage — look for paint cracks at steering head
Test horn and emergency cutoff switch operation

Common recall categories

Fuel SystemElectricalBrakesSteeringEngine

On average, each motorcycle model has approximately 2.4 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls before completing a sale.

Massachusetts Tax & Fee Summary

State Sales Tax Rate

6.25%

Title Transfer Fee

$75

Private Party Exempt

Flat 6.25% statewide; no additional local vehicle taxes

Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases

Visit the official Massachusetts DMV website

Local Requirements — Gloucester County

DMV / Title Office

RMV – Gloucester

Address

Visit https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles for the nearest Gloucester, MA office

Phone

See state DMV website for local office phone numbers

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles

Transfer Fees & Taxes — Gloucester

Title Transfer Fee

$75.00

Sales Tax Rate

7.75%

Base Registration Fee

$75.00

Massachusetts state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Massachusetts does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.

Gloucester Transfer Checklist

Complete a title transfer at your local Massachusetts title office within the required timeframe
Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance

County Information — Gloucester County

County Clerk / Recorder

Gloucester City/Town Clerk

Phone

See county website for contact information

Website

https://www.google.com/search?q=Gloucester%20Massachusetts%20city%2Ftown%20clerk

NHTSA recall watch for Gloucester motorcycle buyers

Before signing your private sale bill of sale in Gloucester, run a NHTSA recall check on the specific year and model. Recent-model motorcycles with the most open recalls:

Model + year	NHTSA recalls	Top categories
2019 Ducati Panigale V4	4	Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Power Train
2019 Polaris Slingshot	4	Seat Belts, Electrical System
2019 Indian Scout	3	Service Brakes
2022 Indian Chief	2	Fuel System, Structure
2024 Ducati Panigale V4	1	Power Train

Run a NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls before purchase — open recalls are the seller’s responsibility to disclose under federal law, and unresolved campaigns are a routine negotiating point on the private sale sale price.

Gloucester Private sale motorcycle printable — when to file

Massachusetts requires title transfer within 10 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For private sale transactions specifically, file at RMV – Gloucester (Visit https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles for the nearest Gloucester, MA office) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Miss the 10-day window and Massachusetts typically charges a late-transfer penalty plus accrued use tax, and the seller can remain on the title for civil liability until the buyer completes retitling. Bring the signed title, the completed Gloucester bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $75.00 title transfer fee plus 7.75% sales tax on the purchase price.

Printable reminder. Whether you keep your printable as a printed two-copy paper record, both buyer and seller should leave the signing with an identical executed copy. The buyer needs the original to present at RMV – Gloucester; the seller keeps a duplicate to prove the date of transfer if a future liability question arises before the title fully retitles.

Frequently asked questions

What private sale documents do I need for a motorcycle sale in Gloucester, Massachusetts?

For a private sale motorcycle transaction in Gloucester, you need: Verify the seller name matches the title exactly; Confirm no open liens via your state DMV or NMVTIS; Complete federal odometer disclosure (vehicles <10 years old); Sign and date the bill of sale with both parties present; Transfer title and notify DMV within your state deadline; Seller completes Odometer Disclosure Statement; Buyer pays 6.25% sales tax at RMV within 10 days; Submit RMV-1 (Registration and Title Application) at RMV office.

What is the sales tax on a motorcycle private sale in Gloucester, Massachusetts?

The combined sales tax rate in Gloucester is 7.75%. Massachusetts state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)

Do I need to notarize a motorcycle bill of sale in Massachusetts?

No, notarization is not required. Massachusetts does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.

What are common recalls for a motorcycle?

Common recall categories for motorcycles include: Fuel System, Electrical, Brakes, Steering, Engine. On average, each motorcycle model has approximately 2.4 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.