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BUELL VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (V.I.N.) 2.3
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (V.I.N.)
See Figure 2-2. The full 17 digit serial, or Vehicle Identifica-
tion Number (V.I.N.) is stamped on the right side of the steer-
ing head and on a label located on the left side of the steering
head.
An abbreviated V.I.N. is stamped on the left side crankcase at
the base between the cylinders.
Sample V.I.N. as it appears on the steering head -
4MZ
SX12J
7
5
3
450001
Sample abbreviated V.I.N. as it appears on the left side crank-
case -
SX153450001
NOTE
Always give the full Vehicle Identification Number located on
the steering head when ordering parts or making any inquiry
about your motorcycle.
Figure 2-2. Buell Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) Typical
4MZAX 12 J* 5 3 400001
1 2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Table 2-8. Buell 2005 XB Models V.I.N. Description
ITEM DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE VALUES
1Market destination 4=Domestic
5=International
2Manufacturer MZ=Buell
3Model AX=Firebolt
SX=Lightning X Model
WX=Lightning SL Model
KX=Lightning SX Model
4 Engine type 12=984cc (World)
14=1200cc (World)
57=984cc (California)
59=1200cc (California)
5VIN check digit Can be 0-9 or X
6Model year 5=2005
7Assembly plant 3=East Troy, WI
8 Sequential number (last 6 digits) varies