The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique identifier for each vehicle, including motorcycles. It's a 17-digit code located on the frame or engine of a Suzuki GS 1100. Here's how to read the VIN of a 12 digit Suzuki GS 1100:
1. Manufacturer Code (1 digit):
- The first digit represents the manufacturer.
- "S": Suzuki
2. Model Identifier (3 digits):
- The next three digits represent the model of the motorcycle.
- For the GS 1100, it could be "GSX" or "GSR" depending on the specific sub-model.
3. Variant Code (1 digit):
- The fourth digit indicates the variant of the model.
- These codes vary based on the model year and specifications of the motorcycle.
4. Year Code (1 digit):
- The fifth digit represents the production year of the motorcycle.
- It's a letter code that corresponds to a year according to the ISO 3779-1983 standard.
5. Assembly Plant (1 digit):
- The sixth digit indicates the assembly plant where the motorcycle was manufactured.
- "H": Hamamatsu, Japan
6. Engine Type (1 digit):
- The seventh digit represents the engine type.
- "1" or "2" indicates the engine size (1100cc).
7. Check Digit (1 digit):
- The eighth digit is the check digit used for VIN validation. It's calculated based on an algorithm applied to the other digits.
8.-12. Serial Number (5 digits):
- The last five digits represent the sequential production number of the motorcycle within that specific model and year.
Putting it together, a 12-digit VIN for a Suzuki GS 1100 might look like this: "SGSS9H1BXXXXX". Each motorcycle will have a unique VIN specific to its model, year, and production sequence.
