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Riverside ATV Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a atv bill of sale in Riverside, California (Form REG 135). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the DMV Riverside Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$23.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.75%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Riverside ATV Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid atv bill of sale in Riverside, California per Form REG 135:

  • Full legal name and current address of seller
  • Full legal name and current address of buyer
  • Agreed sale price (in numerals and words)
  • Date of sale
  • ATV year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Odometer reading at time of sale (federal disclosure required for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in Riverside: Not Required

California does not require notarization for a atv bill of sale. California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — Riverside Title Office

Office

DMV Riverside Office

Address

6296 Rivercrest Dr, Suite K, Riverside, CA 92507

Phone

(800) 777-0133

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)

Additional requirements in Riverside County:

  • Submit REG 138 within 5 days of sale
  • Buyer must transfer title within 10 days
  • Smog certificate required for vehicles more than 4 model years old
  • Both parties should keep a copy of the bill of sale

What to Bring to the CA DMV

  • 1Completed, signed atv bill of sale
  • 2ATV title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $23.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (8.75% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — ATV Bill of Sale Requirements in Riverside

What are the required fields on a atv bill of sale in Riverside?
A valid atv bill of sale in Riverside, California must include both parties' full legal names and addresses, sale date, agreed sale price, VIN, year, make, model, and signatures of buyer and seller.
What is the title transfer fee for a atv in Riverside?
The title transfer fee in Riverside County is $23.00. The atv sales tax rate is 8.75%. California state base 7.25% + Riverside County 1.0% + Riverside city 0.5%
Is notarization required for a atv bill of sale in Riverside?
No. California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.
Where do I file a atv title transfer in Riverside?
File the title transfer at the DMV Riverside Office, 6296 Rivercrest Dr, Suite K, Riverside, CA 92507. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.

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