Pasadena, California
Documents Needed to Sell a Motorcycle in Pasadena
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private motorcycle sale in Pasadena, California. File at the California DMV – Pasadena — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 10.25%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Motorcycle title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Odometer disclosure statement (if not printed on the back of the title)
- 5Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender
Buyer Must Bring to DMV
- 1Signed Motorcycle title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 10.25% of purchase price
- 6Proof of California insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in California
California does not require notarization for a standard vehicle bill of sale; a REG 135 or written bill of sale with both signatures is sufficient.
Where to File in Pasadena
Office
California DMV – Pasadena
Address
49 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Fees for Motorcycle Title Transfer in Pasadena
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
10.25%
Notarization
Not Required
California state rate 7.25% + LA County/Pasadena district taxes 3.00%
FAQ — Documents for Motorcycle Sale in Pasadena
- What documents do I need to sell a motorcycle in Pasadena?
- To sell a motorcycle in Pasadena you need: a signed Motorcycle title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. An odometer disclosure is also required for most motor vehicles. File the title transfer at the California DMV – Pasadena.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a motorcycle in Pasadena, California?
- Yes. The California DMV – Pasadena requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a California-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the motorcycle title transfer fee in Pasadena?
- The title transfer fee in Los Angeles County is $15.00. Sales tax of 10.25% is also due at the time of registration. California state rate 7.25% + LA County/Pasadena district taxes 3.00%
- Where do I file a motorcycle title transfer in Pasadena?
- File at the California DMV – Pasadena, 49 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.