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Fort Collins Motorcycle Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a motorcycle bill of sale in Fort Collins, Colorado (Form DR 2173). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle.

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

7.55%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Fort Collins Motorcycle Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid motorcycle bill of sale in Fort Collins, Colorado per Form DR 2173:

  • 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
  • Motorcycle 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 Fort Collins: Not Required

Colorado does not require notarization for a motorcycle bill of sale. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — Fort Collins Title Office

Office

Larimer County Motor Vehicle

Address

200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521

Phone

(970) 498-7878

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Additional requirements in Larimer County:

  • Title must be transferred at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days
  • Emissions testing required in the Northern Colorado area
  • Buyer pays sales/use tax at time of title transfer
  • Vehicle specific ownership tax assessed annually based on vehicle value

What to Bring to the CO DMV

  • 1Completed, signed motorcycle bill of sale
  • 2Motorcycle title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
  • 5Payment for sales tax (7.55% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — Motorcycle Bill of Sale Requirements in Fort Collins

What are the required fields on a motorcycle bill of sale in Fort Collins?
A valid motorcycle bill of sale in Fort Collins, Colorado 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 motorcycle in Fort Collins?
The title transfer fee in Larimer County is $7.20. The motorcycle sales tax rate is 7.55%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Larimer County 0.65% + Fort Collins city 3.85% + transit 0.15%
Is notarization required for a motorcycle bill of sale in Fort Collins?
No. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where do I file a motorcycle title transfer in Fort Collins?
File the title transfer at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle, 200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (970) 498-7878.

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