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Minot, North Dakota

Documents Needed to Sell a Motorcycle in Minot

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private motorcycle sale in Minot, North Dakota. File at the ND DOT – Minot Office — title transfer fee: $5.00, sales tax: 7.00%.

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: $5.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 7.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of North Dakota insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in North Dakota

North Dakota does not require notarization.

Where to File in Minot

Office

ND DOT – Minot Office

Address

315 3rd St SE, Minot, ND 58701

Phone

(701) 328-2725

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Motorcycle Title Transfer in Minot

Title Transfer Fee

$5.00

Sales Tax Rate

7.00%

Notarization

Not Required

ND state 5% excise tax + Ward County/Minot city 2.0%

FAQ — Documents for Motorcycle Sale in Minot

What documents do I need to sell a motorcycle in Minot?
To sell a motorcycle in Minot 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 ND DOT – Minot Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a motorcycle in Minot, North Dakota?
Yes. The ND DOT – Minot Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a North Dakota-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the motorcycle title transfer fee in Minot?
The title transfer fee in Ward County is $5.00. Sales tax of 7.00% is also due at the time of registration. ND state 5% excise tax + Ward County/Minot city 2.0%
Where do I file a motorcycle title transfer in Minot?
File at the ND DOT – Minot Office, 315 3rd St SE, Minot, ND 58701. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (701) 328-2725.

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