1. Check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- The VIN is a unique 17-digit code that can tell you the year, make, model, and other details about your vehicle.
- It's usually located on a metal plate on the frame or the engine.
2. Look at the ninth character in the VIN.
- The ninth character from left to right is the model year.
- Decode it by referring to the VIN table below:
VIN Code: Model Year
L 1980
M 1981
A 1982
B 1983
C 1984
D 1985
F 1986
G 1987
H 1988
J 1989
K 1990
L 1991
M 1992
N 1993
P 1994
R 1995
S 1996
T 1997
V 1998
W 1999
X 2000
Y 2001
1 2002
2 2003
3 2004
4 2005
5 2006
6 2007
7 2008
8 2009
9 2010
3. Check the Yamaha VIN Decoder.
- You can decode the Yamaha's VIN for complete detail regarding the snowmobile's manufacture date, plant, etc. by accessing the free VIN decoder on the Yamaha's website.
