Auburn, Washington

Auburn, Washington Dirt Bike Bill of Sale for Cash sale — Print a Ready-to-Sign Form

Print a dirt bike bill of sale form for your cash sale in Auburn, Washington. 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 dirt bike 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 Washington
☐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.

Cash sale — What You Need to Know

The full purchase price is paid in cash (or cash equivalent) at the time of sale. No financing, installment payments, or deferred payment is involved.

Seller guidance

Accepting cash eliminates chargeback risk, but brings IRS reporting obligations. If you receive more than $10,000 in cash in one transaction (or related transactions), you must file IRS Form 8300 (Report of Cash Payments Over $10,000 Received in a Trade or Business) within 15 days. Ensure you provide a receipt and accurate bill of sale to document the transaction.

Buyer guidance

Carry large sums of cash only after verifying the vehicle title and condition. Use a cashier's check or wire transfer for high-value vehicles to reduce risk. Bring the seller to the bank if needed to verify funds. Once cash changes hands, recovery of fraud is very difficult.

Legal note (Washington-specific)

WA cash sales are subject to retail sales tax on the purchase price. The seller should report the sale to DOL within 5 days. Always document the actual cash amount — WA may verify against market value.

Cash sale checklist

Count and verify cash amount before signing bill of sale
Issue a dated receipt acknowledging full payment
Determine if IRS Form 8300 filing is required (>$10,000 cash)
Sign and deliver the title and bill of sale simultaneously with payment
Photograph the cash exchange or use a witness for high-value sales
Record the actual cash price on the bill of sale
Seller reports sale at dol.wa.gov within 5 days
Buyer pays retail sales tax at DOL or licensing office
Transfer title within 15 days

Dirt Bike Safety & Recall Information

Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases

Average Safety Rating

0 / 5

Avg. Price Range

$1,500–$10,000

Odometer Disclosure

Not required

Safety checkpoints for dirt bike buyers

Inspect frame and subframe for cracks from jumps and crashes
Check fork seal condition and suspension linkage bearings
Verify engine compression and listen for bottom-end noise
Check sprocket and chain wear — high-wear items on dirt bikes
Confirm spark arrestor is present and unmodified (USFS land requirement)
Test kill switch function and bar-mounted controls
Inspect handlebar bend and crash-bar/skid-plate damage
Verify sound output meets state OHV decibel limits (typically 96dB)

Common recall categories

Fuel SystemFrameSuspensionEngineExhaust

On average, each dirt bike model has approximately 1.5 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls before completing a sale.

Washington Tax & Fee Summary

State Sales Tax Rate

6.5%

Title Transfer Fee

$12

Private Party Exempt

6.5% state plus local taxes (total up to ~10.4%)

Use tax applies to private party vehicle purchases

Visit the official Washington DMV website

Local Requirements — King County

DMV / Title Office

WA DOL – Auburn Licensing Office

Address

25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001

Phone

(360) 902-3900

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

https://www.dol.wa.gov

Transfer Fees & Taxes — Auburn

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

10.25%

Base Registration Fee

$43.75

Washington state rate 6.5% + King County/Auburn local rate 3.75%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Washington does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Auburn Transfer Checklist

Buyer must have a bill of sale showing the purchase price to calculate use tax
Washington charges use tax on private vehicle purchases collected at DOL
Title must be transferred within 15 days
Seller should keep a copy of the bill of sale

County Information — King County

County Clerk / Recorder

King County Recorder

Phone

(206) 296-1570

Website

https://kingcounty.gov/depts/records-licensing

Auburn Cash sale dirt bike printable — when to file

Washington requires title transfer within 15 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For cash sale transactions specifically, file at WA DOL – Auburn Licensing Office (25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Miss the 15-day window and Washington 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 Auburn bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $15.00 title transfer fee plus 10.25% 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 WA DOL – Auburn Licensing Office; 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 cash sale documents do I need for a dirt bike sale in Auburn, Washington?

For a cash sale dirt bike transaction in Auburn, you need: Count and verify cash amount before signing bill of sale; Issue a dated receipt acknowledging full payment; Determine if IRS Form 8300 filing is required (>$10,000 cash); Sign and deliver the title and bill of sale simultaneously with payment; Photograph the cash exchange or use a witness for high-value sales; Record the actual cash price on the bill of sale; Seller reports sale at dol.wa.gov within 5 days; Buyer pays retail sales tax at DOL or licensing office; Transfer title within 15 days.

What is the sales tax on a dirt bike private sale in Auburn, Washington?

The combined sales tax rate in Auburn is 10.25%. Washington state rate 6.5% + King County/Auburn local rate 3.75%

Do I need to notarize a dirt bike bill of sale in Washington?

No, notarization is not required. Washington does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

What are common recalls for a dirt bike?

Common recall categories for dirt bikes include: Fuel System, Frame, Suspension, Engine, Exhaust. On average, each dirt bike model has approximately 1.5 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.