buell s1 lightning '97 Manuel
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
GENERAL
A 17-digit serial number, or Vehicle Identification Number
(V.I.N.), is stamped on the right side of the steering head (ex.,
4MZSS11J1T3200001). Also affixed to the steering head at
this location is an information plate bearing the V.I.N. code.
(V.I.N.), is stamped on the right side of the steering head (ex.,
4MZSS11J1T3200001). Also affixed to the steering head at
this location is an information plate bearing the V.I.N. code.
See
An abbreviated V.I.N. is stamped on the front
left side of the crankcase.
NOTE
Always give the V.I.N. or abbreviated V.I.N. when ordering
parts or making inquiries about your Buell motorcycle.
parts or making inquiries about your Buell motorcycle.
Figure 2-1. Abbreviated V.I.N. Location
5711
Figure 2-2. Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.)
4
MZ
SS
11
J
*
T
3
20
0001
*Varies - can be 0 through 9 or X
Sequential Number
Manufacturer and Make: Buell Motorcycle Company
Sample V.I.N. as it appears on the steering head - 4 M ZS S 1 1J 1 T 3 2 0 0 0 0 1
Sample abbreviated V.I.N. as it appears on the left side crankcase- S S 1 1 T 2 0 0 0 0 1
NOTE
Two market destination characters have been used beginning with sequential number 38.
Motorcycle Made in U.S.A.
Model Designation: SS = S1 Lightning
11 = 49 state
56 = California
56 = California
Engine
Horsepower Code
Factory Check Digit: Can be 0-9 or x
Year of Manufacture: T = 1996
Market Designation
See Note
20 = World
22 = California
22 = California