Fitchburg, Wisconsin

Fitchburg, Wisconsin Dirt Bike Bill of Sale for Private sale — Print a Ready-to-Sign Form

Print a dirt bike bill of sale form for your private sale in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin
☐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 (Wisconsin-specific)

WI charges 5% state sales tax on private vehicle sales. Title must be transferred at the DMV within 7 days.

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
Buyer pays 5% state sales tax at WI DMV
Transfer title within 7 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.

Wisconsin Tax & Fee Summary

State Sales Tax Rate

Title Transfer Fee

$165

Private Party Exempt

5% state plus 0.5% county tax in most counties

Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases

Visit the official Wisconsin DMV website

Local Requirements — Fitchburg County

DMV / Title Office

WisDOT DMV – Fitchburg

Address

Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Fitchburg, WI office

Phone

See state DMV website for local office phone numbers

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv

Transfer Fees & Taxes — Fitchburg

Title Transfer Fee

$165.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.50%

Base Registration Fee

$85.00

Wisconsin state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

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

Fitchburg Transfer Checklist

Complete a title transfer at your local Wisconsin 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 — Fitchburg County

County Clerk / Recorder

Fitchburg County Clerk

Phone

See county website for contact information

Website

https://www.google.com/search?q=Fitchburg%20Wisconsin%20county%20clerk

Fitchburg Private sale dirt bike printable — when to file

Wisconsin requires title transfer within 10 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For private sale transactions specifically, file at WisDOT DMV – Fitchburg (Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Fitchburg, WI office) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Miss the 10-day window and Wisconsin 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 Fitchburg bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $165.00 title transfer fee plus 6.50% 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 WisDOT DMV – Fitchburg; 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 dirt bike sale in Fitchburg, Wisconsin?

For a private sale dirt bike transaction in Fitchburg, 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; Buyer pays 5% state sales tax at WI DMV; Transfer title within 7 days.

What is the sales tax on a dirt bike private sale in Fitchburg, Wisconsin?

The combined sales tax rate in Fitchburg is 6.50%. Wisconsin state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)

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

No, notarization is not required. Wisconsin 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 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.