How can you tell the year of a dirt bike serial number?

How can you tell the year of a dirt bike serial number?

What year is my dirt bike?

1. The frame is easy.
2. Find the VIN number stamped on your frame.
3. The VIN is located on the front part of your bike just below the bars.
4. COUNT FROM LEFT TO RIGHT 10 CHARACTERS.
5. If your 10th digit is a “V”, look at the chart and find “V”.
6. Your bike is a 1997.

What’s the serial number on a Yamaha dirt bike?

All dirt bikes from 1968 to 1980 can be identified with a 15-digit serial number. In 1981 the National Highway Traffic and Safety commission initiated a standardized 15-digit vehicle identification number for all motor vehicles that required specific information in designated locations. This VIN can be used to identify the model year.

What do you need to know about a Yamaha YZ250?

YZ250 YAMAHA ENGINE, PARTS, AND FRAME Identification page In an effort to help fellow bikers properly ID their bike I have provided the following information on VIN ( Vehicle Identification Number ) , Engine ID and part identification. All the information provided is to the best of my knowledge correct.

When was the first Yamaha dirt bike made?

The first Yamaha dirt bike manufactured was the DT1 made in 1968. All dirt bikes from 1968 to 1980 can be identified with a 15-digit serial number.

What makes a Yamaha YZ125 a motocross bike?

Modern, aggressive styling, including front fender, front number plate, radiator shrouds, side number plates, air box, rear fender, fork guards, as well as the rear brake disc protector, rear brake caliper protector and wider foot pegs—just like the 4-strokes.

All dirt bikes from 1968 to 1980 can be identified with a 15-digit serial number. In 1981 the National Highway Traffic and Safety commission initiated a standardized 15-digit vehicle identification number for all motor vehicles that required specific information in designated locations. This VIN can be used to identify the model year.

YZ250 YAMAHA ENGINE, PARTS, AND FRAME Identification page In an effort to help fellow bikers properly ID their bike I have provided the following information on VIN ( Vehicle Identification Number ) , Engine ID and part identification. All the information provided is to the best of my knowledge correct.

The first Yamaha dirt bike manufactured was the DT1 made in 1968. All dirt bikes from 1968 to 1980 can be identified with a 15-digit serial number.

Where can I find the model number on a dirt bike?

This VIN can be used to identify the model year. The serial number or VIN number can be located on the head, motor or title of the dirt bike. Locate the serial number or VIN on the dirt bike head, motor or on the title. Check to see if the number has dashes or spaces.