Rochester, Minnesota
Documents Needed to Sell a Motorcycle in Rochester
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private motorcycle sale in Rochester, Minnesota. File at the Olmsted County License Center — title transfer fee: $8.25, sales tax: 6.875%.
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: $8.25
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.875% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Minnesota insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Minnesota
Minnesota does not require notarization.
Where to File in Rochester
Office
Olmsted County License Center
Address
151 4th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Phone
(507) 328-6500
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Fees for Motorcycle Title Transfer in Rochester
Title Transfer Fee
$8.25
Sales Tax Rate
6.875%
Notarization
Not Required
Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax 6.5%
FAQ — Documents for Motorcycle Sale in Rochester
- What documents do I need to sell a motorcycle in Rochester?
- To sell a motorcycle in Rochester 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 Olmsted County License Center.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a motorcycle in Rochester, Minnesota?
- Yes. The Olmsted County License Center requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Minnesota-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the motorcycle title transfer fee in Rochester?
- The title transfer fee in Olmsted County is $8.25. Sales tax of 6.875% is also due at the time of registration. Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax 6.5%
- Where do I file a motorcycle title transfer in Rochester?
- File at the Olmsted County License Center, 151 4th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (507) 328-6500.