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Free South Carolina Motorcycle Bill of Sale

South Carolina motorcycles use Form 4031 and the same 5% IMF (capped at $500) as cars. No emissions or safety inspection required.

South Carolina Requirements: Transfer title within 45 days. 5% sales tax.

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Motorcycles are stolen and cloned more than any other vehicle type. Before completing this form, our guide shows you how to verify a VIN on the frame, what a frame/engine number mismatch means, and how to close a safe deal. Read: Motorcycle Bill of Sale: Complete Guide

South Carolina Motorcycle Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
SCDMV Form 4031
Bill of Sale
Agency
South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
Exempt
Title Required
Yes
Motorcycles titled the same as cars in SC. 45-day window.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Same 5% IMF capped at $500 applies to motorcycle purchases.

South Carolina Motorcycle Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Complete Form 4031 with VIN, year, make, model, odometer, sale price.
  2. Seller signs title assignment.
  3. Buyer submits to SCDMV within 45 days.
  4. Buyer pays 5% IMF (max $500) + fees.

Common Pitfalls

  • The $500 IMF cap means a $10,000 motorcycle and a $100,000 motorcycle both cost the same in tax.
  • Missing the 45-day window.

Pro Tip

SC motorcycle: Form 4031 + 45-day transfer + 5% IMF capped at $500.

South Carolina Motorcycle Bill of Sale — FAQs

What tax do I pay when buying a motorcycle in SC?
The same Infrastructure Maintenance Fee as cars: 5% of sale price, capped at $500. Motorcycles benefit the same as cars from the cap.