This ATV VIN Check tool is free to use. It is currently in beta testing and will decode the vehicle identification number of any Yamaha ATV.Once I am confident it is bug free, and if there is enough demand, I will update it to cover all makes and models of ATVs including Polaris, Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki and others. Here is a chart that I made that will help you identify what year your ATV is, by using the VIN. To use the chart, just find the 10th digit of your VIN, whether it be a number or letter, and match it up with the chart to find the year of your quad.
This ATV VIN Check tool is free to use. It is currently in beta testing and will decode the vehicle identification number of any Yamaha ATV. Once I am confident it is bug free, and if there is enough demand, I will update it to cover all makes and models of ATVs including Polaris, Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki and others.
Since writing my ATV VIN guide I've been asked for help in decoding ATV VIN's so I made this free ATV VIN check tool. Use the charts and instructions in the original guide if you'd like to know how to manually decode an ATV VIN, however, it is easier to do an ATV VIN check by entering your ATV VIN into a decoder, now you can.
What This ATV VIN Check Tool Does: It will tell you if the VIN is mathematically valid based on industry standards and, if it is, will attempt to provide you with year, make and model information based on that VIN. This is particularly useful when buying a used ATV and/or ATV Parts.
What it Doesn't do: It cannot tell you if an ATV is stolen and will not provide specific information about the ATV such as engine size, color or other information which may be particular to that ATV. I decided not to use that type of specific information in order to avoid this tool being used for the wrong reasons and to keep costs low(as in free).
No owner history or personal information is collected or saved with this tool.
No owner history or personal information is collected or saved with this tool.
Finding your YAMAHA ATV VIN: The most likely location for a Yamaha VIN is on the lower left side of the frame near the footrest and shifter. Do not confuse the number stamped on the engine as being an ATV VIN, the VIN is 17 digits long and not mounted on the engine. If you do not readily see the ATV VIN plate on the lower left side of your frame you can also check the following locations. It may be located near the A-Arm mounts, behind the brush guard, on the swing-arm, near the top of the steering shaft and perhaps even behind the air filter housing of the frame depending on model. Be patient!
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Frequently Asked Questions About This ATV VIN Decoder
'It shows the wrong year!'
- The 10th digit of an ATV VIN represents the year. The letters A through Z, with the exception of O, L, U and Q which are never used, and numbers 1 through 9 each represent a year(see charts on my VIN Guide page to determine year). The problem with using this system is that when you run out of numbers and letters the system starts over and as a result the letter A for example can mean 1980 or 2010. This problem was resolved by referencing the 7th digit as follows. If the 7th digit is a number the earlier year is accurate, if the 7th digit is a letter the later year is accurate. Check to make sure the 7th digit is also accurate on your VIN, not just the 10th digit.
- The 10th digit of an ATV VIN represents the year. The letters A through Z, with the exception of O, L, U and Q which are never used, and numbers 1 through 9 each represent a year(see charts on my VIN Guide page to determine year). The problem with using this system is that when you run out of numbers and letters the system starts over and as a result the letter A for example can mean 1980 or 2010. This problem was resolved by referencing the 7th digit as follows. If the 7th digit is a number the earlier year is accurate, if the 7th digit is a letter the later year is accurate. Check to make sure the 7th digit is also accurate on your VIN, not just the 10th digit.
'It says my vin is invalid!'
- The 9th digit of every 17 digit ATV VIN is called the check digit and it represents the mathematical sum of the values of the entire VIN. Make sure you have correctly entered all 17 digits as they appear on your ATV. To make sure the tool is working correctly during beta testing you can enter the value 11111111111111111 which should validate, if it doesn't please let me know.
- The 9th digit of every 17 digit ATV VIN is called the check digit and it represents the mathematical sum of the values of the entire VIN. Make sure you have correctly entered all 17 digits as they appear on your ATV. To make sure the tool is working correctly during beta testing you can enter the value 11111111111111111 which should validate, if it doesn't please let me know.
'It doesn't tell me my model information!'
- Did you know that not all Japanese ATVs are made in Japan and not all American ATVs are made in America etc? Some were even made from multiple locations and as a result there are multiple possible codes within the VIN to identify a single model of ATV. I am adding models and codes as quickly as I can verify them through a dealership.
- Did you know that not all Japanese ATVs are made in Japan and not all American ATVs are made in America etc? Some were even made from multiple locations and as a result there are multiple possible codes within the VIN to identify a single model of ATV. I am adding models and codes as quickly as I can verify them through a dealership.
'I'm buying a used ATV and the VIN doesn't check out!'
- Do not go by the VIN printed on any paperwork, you need to check the VIN on the ATV or motorbike itself. If it still doesn't check out, or is hard to read, I urge you to contact your local DMV(Department of Motor Vehicles) for more specific information about that ATV. Buying an ATV without paperwork is also always a risk and not recommended, contact your local police office if you suspect the VIN might have been removed or tampered with intentionally.
- Do not go by the VIN printed on any paperwork, you need to check the VIN on the ATV or motorbike itself. If it still doesn't check out, or is hard to read, I urge you to contact your local DMV(Department of Motor Vehicles) for more specific information about that ATV. Buying an ATV without paperwork is also always a risk and not recommended, contact your local police office if you suspect the VIN might have been removed or tampered with intentionally.
As can be seen on this typical VIN chart the first 13 digits can be numerical or alphabetical but the last 4 digits are always numerical.
'I think I have a generic ATV not from a major brand name'
- This is not only entirely possible but is in fact likely. Many ATVs are assembled in China using parts from many different companies and are named and branded by the end retailer where it was originally sold. During import these ATVs are often labeled as farm equipment which has different rules and regulations as you find on cars. This presents a problem for owners, the ATV VIN is usually printed in advance and does not follow the standard coding procedure. Semi-generic VINs are applied after the fact. If this is your case your best bet is to take a picture and take it to your local dealer, it's likely that an experienced person there will recognize the ATV style and help you get the parts you need.
- This is not only entirely possible but is in fact likely. Many ATVs are assembled in China using parts from many different companies and are named and branded by the end retailer where it was originally sold. During import these ATVs are often labeled as farm equipment which has different rules and regulations as you find on cars. This presents a problem for owners, the ATV VIN is usually printed in advance and does not follow the standard coding procedure. Semi-generic VINs are applied after the fact. If this is your case your best bet is to take a picture and take it to your local dealer, it's likely that an experienced person there will recognize the ATV style and help you get the parts you need.
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The ATV VIN number charts and information to help you search for and decode your ATV's VIN. Every sport ATV has a 17 digit VIN (vehicle identification number), even if you need to search for the ATV VIN location a little. You'll find the VIN plate mounted to the frame of the ATV, usually on the bottom left side. This information guide will help you with ATV VIN identification.
Kawasaki for example has the VIN mounted on the left side of the frame below the engine. If you have nerf bars installed it's possible that part of the VIN will be hard to see. Don't mistake the engine number, which is mounted on the engine, as a VIN number because they are different.
A VIN or Vehicle Identification Number is standardized. Whether your ride a Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Polaris, Yamaha or other ATV all will contain 17 characters that can include capital letters from A through Z and numbers 1 through 0. The letters I, O and Q are never used within a VIN in order to avoid mistakes made by misreading them. No signs or spaces are allowed in the Vehicle Identification Number.
The position of each letter and/or number in the VIN code reveals important information about where and when your ATV was made, the type of engine it has, the model or series of ATV, various equipment/attributes and its production sequence.
Contact the vehicles manufacturer with specific VIN related questions. Contact your local DMV, department of motor vehicles, if you need to replace your VIN plate (if it broke off or you installed a new frame etc). Here is a general breakdown of what your ATV VINs number means.
ATV VIN Breakdown By Digit - What Each Digit Means
- 1st digit : represents the country in which it was made. 1 or 4 is for the U.S., 2 is for Canada, J is for Japan, K is for Korea.
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- 2nd digit : represents the manufacturer. H is for Honda, K is for Kawasaki etc.
- 3rd digit : this position represents the vehicle type or manufacturing division which can vary by make of vehicle.
- 4th to 8th digits : these positions represent vehicle attributes such as body style and engine type (not to be confused with an engine code, every vehicle has one of those mounted on the engine). Honda ATV owners visit the Honda ATV Model Codes list for model information.
- 9th digit : this is called a check digit and it exists for security reasons. This letter or number is derived mathematically depending on the previous 8 digits. It's used to confirm that a VIN isn't being fabricated.
- 10th digit vin : The vehicle year.
MODEL YEAR CODES
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- VIN Number Year Chart and it continues year by year: 2011 = B, 2012 = C, 2013 = D, 2014 = E, 2015 = F, 2016 = G etc. 2018 = J, 2019 = K, 2020 = L, you get the idea. Important: The letters i,q, u and o are never used so skip them accordingly. Also important: To tell the difference between an older and newer ATV the 7th digit is referenced. Example, the letter A in 10th position could mean a 1980 or a 2010 ATV. To know which it is look to the 7th digit, if the 7th digit is a number the earlier year is accurate. If the 7th digit is a letter the later year is accurate.
- 11th digit : Assembly plant
- 12th to 17th digits : These ATV vin numbers increase by one for each unit that rolls off the assembly line, the last four are always numbers.
It's very helpful to know your ATV VIN when purchasing aftermarket parts. Here is a chart of what your Honda ATV VIN may look like, it's useful information to have when doing a VIN check.
Honda VIN Chart
To do a free ATV VIN search visit the ATV VIN Check page.
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