Free New Brunswick Motorcycle Bill of Sale
New Brunswick motorcycle sales follow the same tax rule as car sales: 15% Provincial Vehicle Tax (PVT) on the higher of the declared price or the wholesale book value. No new inspection is needed for most bikes already registered in NB (only those valued at $1,000 or less), making the transfer process fast — one Service NB visit is all it takes.
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New Brunswick Motorcycle Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Tax Details
15% Provincial Vehicle Tax (PVT), not HST, applies to private motorcycle and off-road vehicle sales in NB. It is charged on the higher of the declared sale price or the Canadian Sport Vehicle Blue Book value, and never on less than $500.
Inspection Requirements
No new inspection is needed for most private motorcycle sales between NB residents. A motorcycle valued at $1,000 or less must pass an NB inspection within 30 days before the transfer, and an out-of-province motorcycle needs one within 14 days of NB registration.
New Brunswick Motorcycle Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Complete the Application for Vehicle Transfer on the back of the motorcycle's registration certificate
- Prepare a bill of sale: buyer/seller names and addresses, VIN, year/make/model, engine displacement (cc), odometer reading, sale price, and date
- Leave the licence plate on the bike — NB plates stay with the vehicle (personalized plates excepted)
- Buyer brings the signed registration certificate, bill of sale, and proof of insurance to Service NB
- Buyer pays 15% PVT (not HST) on the higher of the declared sale price or the wholesale book value
- Both parties retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
Common Pitfalls
- Out-of-province bikes need an NB inspection within 14 days of registration — if the motorcycle was registered in another province, plan for it. Confirm with Service NB before listing.
- Not verifying the buyer's Class 6 licence — the buyer must hold a valid Class 6 (motorcycle) licence to ride. Confirm licence class before completing the sale.
- Omitting engine displacement from the bill of sale — important for insurance purposes and the buyer's licence class verification.
- Seasonal gap in insurance — NB allows motorcycle insurance to be suspended seasonally. Confirm the seller's insurance is active at time of sale, and the buyer has coverage in place before taking possession.
Pro Tip
New Brunswick's short riding season (May through October for most riders) means motorcycle transfers cluster in spring and early summer. Plan your transfer early in the season to avoid lineups at Service NB offices, and confirm your insurance is set up for immediate coverage on the day of transfer.