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New Rochelle, New York Dirt Bike Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a dirt bike in New Rochelle, New York. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

New Rochelle, New YorkDirt BikePopulation rank #418

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Dirt Bike VIN and vehicle details
  • Sale price and date
  • Signatures from both parties

Next step

Create a compliant bill of sale and download the signed PDF immediately.

Local Requirements — Westchester County

DMV / Title Office

NY DMV – New Rochelle Office

Address

515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801

Phone

(718) 477-4820

Office Hours

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$50.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.375%

Base Registration Fee

$26.00

New York State 4% + Westchester County 4% + MTA surcharge 0.375%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale.

New Rochelle Transfer Checklist

  • Complete form MV-912 (Transferee Certification) included on the title certificate
  • Buyer must pay sales tax at the DMV when titling the vehicle
  • Odometer disclosure required on the back of the title for vehicles under 10 years old
  • Both parties must sign the title; a separate bill of sale is strongly recommended

County Information — Westchester County

County Clerk / Recorder

Westchester County Clerk

Phone

(914) 995-3080

Dirt Bike market data and safety information

The most common dirt bike makes in private-party sales are Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, KTM, Suzuki. Average private-party dirt bike prices range from $1,500–$10,000. Dirt bikes average 1.5 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Fuel System, Frame, Suspension.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used dirt bike

Before completing a dirt bike bill of sale in New York, verify these safety items:

  • Inspect frame and subframe for cracks from jumps and crashes
  • Check fork seal condition and suspension linkage bearings
  • Verify engine compression and listen for bottom-end noise
  • Check sprocket and chain wear — high-wear items on dirt bikes

Dirt Bike insurance and depreciation in New York

Off-road-only dirt bikes may not require insurance. Street-legal dual-sport conversions require motorcycle insurance. Dirt bikes hold value well in the enthusiast market — 25–35% loss over 3 years. Japanese four-strokes retain the most. Peak season for private dirt bike sales is spring for motocross, fall for trail riding, with an average of 20 days on market.

Dirt Bike registration and titling

Dirt Bikes are classified as "Off-highway motorcycle (OHV) — not street legal without conversion in most states" for registration purposes. Dirt bikes typically weigh 200–280 lbs. No weight-class registration; classified by engine displacement. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to dirt bikes.

Dirt Bike sales in New Rochelle, New York

New Rochelle residents completing a dirt bike bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to New York state rules. The state sales tax rate is 4%, 4% state plus county/city taxes (total up to 8.875% in nyc). The most popular dirt bike makes in New York include Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki.

New York bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 6,134 bill of sale documents for New York transactions, with 165 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.

Why Documentation Helps Protect Asking Price

45% faster sale

Vehicles whose listings include a history report spend ~45% less time on site before selling, and report-viewers are 5x more likely to become a lead.

Source: Experian / AutoCheck

$4,000 avg loss

NHTSA estimates 450,000+ vehicles per year are sold with rolled-back odometers — the average victim loses about $4,000 in downstream repair costs.

Source: NHTSA

17.5M private sales/yr

About 17.5 million private-party vehicle transactions happen in the U.S. each year — roughly 47% of the used market.

Source: Cox Automotive 2024

1 in 3 buyers

Roughly 1 in 3 used-car buyers say they suspect private sellers are hiding mechanical problems — documentation closes that trust gap.

Source: JW Surety Bonds (n=3,000)

Frequently asked questions

What county is New Rochelle in, and which office handles title transfers?

New Rochelle is in Westchester County. Title transfers are handled by the NY DMV – New Rochelle Office at 515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM. Phone: (718) 477-4820.

What is the sales tax rate on a dirt bike sale in New Rochelle?

The combined rate is 8.375%. New York State 4% + Westchester County 4% + MTA surcharge 0.375%.

Is notarization required for a dirt bike bill of sale in New Rochelle?

No. New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale.

What fees should I expect when transferring a dirt bike title in New Rochelle?

Title transfer fee: $50.00. Base registration fee: $26.00. Sales tax at 8.375% is collected at the time of title transfer.