See Figure 1. The full 17-digit serial or Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) is stamped on the steering head and on a label located on the left frame tube above the front engine cylinder.

An abbreviated V.I.N. is stamped on the left side crankcase above the sump.

NOTE

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

Figure 1. V.I.N. Stamping Location: VRSC Models

Figure 2. Typical Harley-Davidson V.I.N.: 2009 VRSC Models

Table 1. Harley-Davidson V.I.N. Breakdown: 2009 VRSC Models

POSITION	DESCRIPTION	POSSIBLE VALUES
1	Market designation	1=Originally manufactured for sale within the United States 5=Originally manufactured for sale outside of the United States
2	Manufacturer	HD=Harley-Davidson
3	Motorcycle type	1=Heavyweight motorcycle (901 cc and larger)
4	Model	See V.I.N. model table
5	Engine type	H=Revolution®, 1250 cc liquid-cooled, fuel injected J=Revolution®, 1250 cc liquid-cooled, fuel injected 105 HP HDI only
6	Introduction date	1=Regular 2=Mid-year 3=California/regular 4=Cosmetic changes and/or special introductory date 5=California/cosmetic changes and/or special introductory date 6=California/mid-year
7	V.I.N. check digit	Can be 0-9 or X
8	Model year	9=2009
9	Assembly plant	K=Kansas City, MO USA
10	Sequential number	Varies

Table 2. V.I.N. Model Codes: 2009 VRSC Models

CODE	MODEL	CODE	MODEL
HF	VRSCAW V-Rod^™	HH	VRSCDX Night Rod Special^®
HP	VRSCF V-Rod Muscle^®