Sold Motorcycle

[Julie.m.chham]

Jurisdiction

Minnesota

Hi
I just sold a motorcycle, the buyer said they would go to DMV and transfer the title. I know the person's name and phone number. I don t have nay not information. Is there a way to know if the transfer has been made or can I report sale to dmv with the little information I have? I trusted the person at time of sale and dmv was closed, now I realize I was stupid and want to protect against any problems that could happen
What can and should I do now?
Thanks

 

[ElleMD]

I can not tell what you are trying to do. You sold it. The bike it now the new owner's responsibility.

 

[Julie.m.chham]

Yes sold it, but since did not go to dmv to transfer is there anything I can do to know it has happened?

 

[ElleMD]

Check with the DMV. They should be able to tell you who the vehicle is titled to, or at least if it is you to whom it is titled.

 

[txls]

There is also a form you can fill out letting the state know that you have sold it in case he did not transfer it yet.

 

[army judge]

Before you sell a motor vehicle you must know your state's laws:

https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/fo...uyingorsellingmotorvehicle_just_the_facts.pdf


Driver and Vehicle Services - Buying or Selling a Motor Vehicle


Now, the GOOD news:

In your state, MN, allows the sale to be reported online:


Driver and Vehicle Services -


I suggest you do so IMMEDIATELY.

Title transfers must be done in person, however.

If the buyer kills a baby, injures an old man, or damages someone's $400,000 Maybach, you could be on the hook.