General

See Figure 2. A unique 17-digit serial or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is assigned to each motorcycle. For a description of each item in the VIN, refer to Table 1.

Location

See Figure 1. The full 17-digit VIN (1) is stamped on the right side of the frame near the steering head. In some destinations, a printed VIN label (2) is also attached to the front downtube.

Abbreviated VIN

An abbreviated VIN showing the vehicle model, engine type, model year, and sequential number is stamped on the left side of the crankcase between the engine cylinders.

NOTE

Always give the full 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number when ordering parts or making any inquiry about your motorcycle.

1	Stamped VIN
2	VIN label

Figure 1. VIN Locations

Figure 2. Typical Harley-Davidson VIN: 2012 Trike Models

Table 1. Harley-Davidson VIN Breakdown: 2012 Trike Models

POSITION	DESCRIPTION	POSSIBLE VALUES
1	World manufacturer identifier	1HD=Originally manufactured for sale within the United States 5HD=Originally manufactured for sale outside of the United States
2	Motorcycle type	1=Heavyweight motorcycle (901 cc or larger)
3	Model	MA=FLHTCUTG Tri Glide™ Ultra Classic®
4	Engine type	M=Twin Cam 103, 1690 cc air-cooled, fuel-injected
5	Introduction date/ Configuration and calibration recognition	Normal Introduction 1=Domestic 3=California A=Canada	Mid-year or Special Introduction 2, 4=Domestic 5, 6=California B=Canada
6	VIN check digit	Can be 0-9 or X
7	Model year	C=2012
8	Assembly plant	B=York, PA U.S.A.
9	Sequential number	Varies