Spree title

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Alright. This is from another WI resident who is familiar with the process. I guess you'll have to visit your DMV to figure out what forms he is referring to. Thanks go to Johnie for this information:

In WI I can fill out the paper work and the previous owner can just stay at home. Here is how it works:
1.) I fill out the lost title form found on the DMV site and have previous owner (PO) sign it.
2.) I also fill out a form which is signed by the PO that allows the DMV to give me the new title in the PO name.
3.) I then take the new title to the PO and he signs it over to me.
4.) I take the signed title back to the DMV and get a new title in my name.
Yes, a lot of running around. But if the PO does not have to do anything you can get it done. You can possibly use some of the running around to get the price lowered too. Does not pay to have a bike without a title. Many guys will not even look at an untitled bike unless it is a parts bike. With all that being said the only thing that could mess you up is if the guy you are buying it from did not have it titled in his name. May want to confirm that. Good luck with it.