Step by Step to buy a used motorcycle in Ontario privately

  1. Meet seller and inspect vehicle, ask seller to include saftey
  2. Review UVIP (used vehicle information package), ensure there is no liens on said vehicle
  3. Pay seller
  4. Have seller sign over registration, they keep the plate portion
  5. Have seller sign the UVIP and note what you paid for it(nice people will put a low amount so you get a break on the taxes). I believe the buyer must also sign UVIP?
  6. Call insurance and get them to send you temporary insurance card
  7. Take all documents to Service Ontario
  8. Wait 5 billions years in line
  9. If you survive you must show all documents, pay the taxes
  10. Receive new plates and registration
  11. Enjoy responsibly
If you have to get the vehicle inspected for saftey yourself, you can get a temporary sticker for the plate for a few days at the Service Ontario. Be clear you need this before you hand them your documents at the Service Ontario. Vehicle must be insured or you'll have to tow it to the shop.

Alternatively a few mechanics do make mobile inspections, Rosey Toes comes to mind.
 
Evoex said:
  1. Meet seller and inspect vehicle, ask seller to include saftey
  2. Review UVIP (used vehicle information package), ensure there is no liens on said vehicle
  3. Pay seller
  4. Have seller sign over registration, they keep the plate portion
  5. Have seller sign the UVIP and note what you paid for it(nice people will put a low amount so you get a break on the taxes). I believe the buyer must also sign UVIP?
  6. Call insurance and get them to send you temporary insurance card
  7. Take all documents to Service Ontario
  8. Wait 5 billions years in line
  9. If you survive you must show all documents, pay the taxes
  10. Receive new plates and registration
  11. Enjoy responsibly
If you have to get the vehicle inspected for saftey yourself, you can get a temporary sticker for the plate for a few days at the Service Ontario. Be clear you need this before you hand them your documents at the Service Ontario. Vehicle must be insured or you'll have to tow it to the shop.

Alternatively a few mechanics do make mobile inspections, Rosey Toes comes to mind.
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Thanks for the info..I have some follow up questions.. Do all of these items happen on the same day? When do I keep the motorcycle with myself..for e.g. I would not be willing to keep the motorcycle with the seller after paying the seller. But I won't have the necessary papers to drive it to my home..or all these things happen on the same day..the motorcycle the seller is selling has no plates now (that has been transferred to his new motorcycle)..I am not sure on the logistics piece of the equation.
 
Evoex said:
  1. Meet seller and inspect vehicle, ask seller to include saftey
  2. Review UVIP (used vehicle information package), ensure there is no liens on said vehicle
  3. Pay seller
  4. Have seller sign over registration, they keep the plate portion
  5. Have seller sign the UVIP and note what you paid for it(nice people will put a low amount so you get a break on the taxes). I believe the buyer must also sign UVIP?
  6. Call insurance and get them to send you temporary insurance card
  7. Take all documents to Service Ontario
  8. Wait 5 billions years in line
  9. If you survive you must show all documents, pay the taxes
  10. Receive new plates and registration
  11. Enjoy responsibly
If you have to get the vehicle inspected for saftey yourself, you can get a temporary sticker for the plate for a few days at the Service Ontario. Be clear you need this before you hand them your documents at the Service Ontario. Vehicle must be insured or you'll have to tow it to the shop.

Alternatively a few mechanics do make mobile inspections, Rosey Toes comes to mind.
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^^^Pretty much sums it all up...I would add two steps to the top of the list though,

1. Research the bike you are looking at and learn of any potential issues, ask questions about that, if recalls or known issues have been addressed. Having knowledge of what to look for will save you headaches down the road. If you aren't confident with that bring someone who is with you. Here's a great video on the subject:

2. Call insurance first and get a quote, especially if you are a new(er) rider. Don't buy a bike before you know what that cost will be.
 
if you're not comfortable leaving the bike until you can go back with plate and temp reg
then you need to bring a trailer or truck and get it out of there after handing the money over

I've bought several bikes and paid in full, gone back within day or two to ride it home
make sure you have the UVIP, signed ownership, keys, and that the bike is secure
get an insurance binder and go DIRECTLY to Service Ontario to get it in your name

of course you need to have a level of trust with the seller
if that's not there, I'm not buying the bike anyway
 
TK4 said:
Not any more - inspections MUST be performed at the inspection station.
Ted has been caught a couple of times and had his ticket pulled for a while.
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This makes no sense, what difference does it make if he has all his tools and gear in his truck when he turns up? Its a motorbike, he doesnt need a car hoist or any industrial equipment to do the inspection.
 
Do I still need to do through review (if the bike looks good, rides well) and is under manufacturer warranty for another 1.5 years?
 
viv901 said:
Do I still need to do through review (if the bike looks good, rides well) and is under manufacturer warranty for another 1.5 years?
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What year is the bike? I'm assuming its low kms/new. I wouldn't bother going too in depth if the seller seems like a good person. You catch any red flags though, I'd be more inclined to go all out with a thorough inspection.

At the end of the day, inspect it enough such that if something does happen, you don't look back and regret not doing more.
 
Michael0124 said:
^^^Pretty much sums it all up...I would add two steps to the top of the list though,

1. Research the bike you are looking at and learn of any potential issues, ask questions about that, if recalls or known issues have been addressed. Having knowledge of what to look for will save you headaches down the road. If you aren't confident with that bring someone who is with you. Here's a great video on the subject:

2. Call insurance first and get a quote, especially if you are a new(er) rider. Don't buy a bike before you know what that cost will be.
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Two great points.

Inline with with first point, when you are doing your research, understand what major services have been done, or when they are due from a mileage perspective. Eg. Valve inspection/adjustment can often be a pricey service
Also good to know the service history of the bike (if available)

Many makes/models have bike specific forums that are a treasure trove of information.

Good luck in your search!
 
Sebi said:
What year is the bike? I'm assuming its low kms/new. I wouldn't bother going too in depth if the seller seems like a good person. You catch any red flags though, I'd be more inclined to go all out with a thorough inspection.

At the end of the day, inspect it enough such that if something does happen, you don't look back and regret not doing more.
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Its 2019 BMW GS 310 purchased in 2019, has about 4000KMS..comes with a 3 year warranty, so about 1.5 years left.
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