Vehicle Identification Number - Buell S1 Lightning Workshop Manual

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

MODEL YEAR CHANGE
See Figure 9. 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.
Manufacturer: Buell Motorcycle Company
4 MZ SS
*
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
Type Designation
11 = World
Engine
56 = California
Horsepower Code
11 J * V
Figure 9. Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.)
An abbreviated V.I.N. is stamped on the front left side of the
crankcase.
Always give the V.I.N. or abbreviated V.I.N. when ordering
parts or making inquiries about your Buell motorcycle.
Model Year - 1997
Sequential Number
32 00001
NOTE
00001-20000 = World
20001-25000 = California
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