buell s1 lightning '97 Manuel
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
MODEL YEAR CHANGE
See
A 17-digit serial number, or Vehicle Identifica-
tion Number (V.I.N.), is stamped on the right side of the steer-
ing head (ex., 4MZSS11J1V3200001). Also affixed to the
steering head at this location is an information decal bearing
the V.I.N. code.
ing head (ex., 4MZSS11J1V3200001). Also affixed to the
steering head at this location is an information decal bearing
the V.I.N. code.
An abbreviated V.I.N. is stamped on the front left side of the
crankcase.
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 9. Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.)
00001-20000 =
World
20001-25000 = California
4
MZ
SS
11
J
*
V
32
00001
*
Varies - can be 0 thru 9 or X
Sample V.I.N. as it appears on the steering head - 4MZSS11J1V3200001
Sample abbreviated V.I.N. as it appears on the left side crankcase- SS11V200001
Sample abbreviated V.I.N. as it appears on the left side crankcase- SS11V200001
11 = World
56 = California
56 = California
Manufacturer: Buell Motorcycle Company
Type Designation
Horsepower Code
Engine
Model Year - 1997
Sequential Number