How do I complete a motorcycle title transfer to change ownership in MA? Massachusetts

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Massachusetts Motorcycle Title Transfer Process

How you'd handle the title transfer varies a little according to who owned the motorcycle previously: a Massachusetts dealer, an out-of state dealer, or a private individual.

In this case, let's look at the steps to take if you bought your cycle from a private seller:

  1. Obtain the title from the seller. Be sure the seller records the mileage, dates and signs the title, and fills in the sales price. (If the title doesn't have a space for the price, use a bill of sale instead.)
  2. Sign and date the title.
  3. Take out a motorcycle insurance policy from a licensed agent.
  4. Make sure the agent stamps and signs an Application for Registration and Title (Form RMV-1).
  5. Record any applicable lien information on the form.
  6. Bring the title (and bill of sale, if applicable) to a full-service RMV agency.
  7. Pay the $75 title fee.
Titles and registrations go together, so you can take care of them at the same time.

Other Title Transfer Information


For information regarding other title transfer situations involving motorcycles, call the MA RMV at (617) 351-4500 or (800) 858-3926.

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