VIN Decode

[schrock86]

Does anyone know how to read a VIN? I googled it but didn't get the answer I was looking for. Is this part of the number (M000215) the order it rolled off the line? The build date is November 2001 so I would assume it would have been pretty early on. I just noticed it for the first time tonight when I had the headlight pulled off. Current Build (5).jpg

[edgecrusher4444]

The Honda Motorcycle Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) System

[schrock86]

Thats the one i looked at too. But after the checker number it doesn't give any info on the last 6 digits.

[Terry]

[The remaining characters in the VIN string help to identify it as unique to ensure that no two sets of motorcycle VIN numbers are identical.]
The last 6 numbers are sequential from the first bike off the assembly line that year to the last one.
Terry

[CBnotAnRR]

The first three letter and number are the W.M.I. World manufacturer identifier.
The next 5 letters and numbers are the V.D.S. Vehicle descriptor section.
9th character is a check digit.
Next is year. Then plant id code.
The last 6 are V.I.S. Vehicle indicator section.
This number system is for product built after 1981.

[schrock86]

Originally Posted by Terry

[The remaining characters in the VIN string help to identify it as unique to ensure that no two sets of motorcycle VIN numbers are identical.]
The last 6 numbers are sequential from the first bike off the assembly line that year to the last one.
Terry

Thanks for clarifying. I guess its obvious that they would start with 000000 and end with 999999. So I guess I have # 215 then.

[CBnotAnRR]

That should be correct.

[undercover919]

Originally Posted by schrock86

Thanks for clarifying. I guess its obvious that they would start with 000000 and end with 999999. So I guess I have # 215 then.

I should hunt for #1.... maybe its the fastest and worth more?

[rickard919]

I have an '02, #000003. That would be the third hornet 900 made.