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shorty vin?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by SUPERMAN8599, Mar 27, 2015.

  1. SUPERMAN8599

    SUPERMAN8599 Member

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    ive read the info thread on the VINs and Im really confused I have the shorty VIN and the TXDMV does not approve that as an actual VIN so how do I get this 17 digit vin? please help I have 9 number stamped on the right side of the engine and same on the frame head...
     
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    I'll bet you have an 80-81 year bike.

    The Nader law wasn't passed until 81-82, requiring all vehicles having a standard 17 digit VIN. My 81 actually has two VIN numbers. The short stamped into the steering neck AND a Nader sticker with the 17 digit code. Tell me just how much of a pain I had titling/registering it in Nevada and New Mexico, when I moved from PA.
     
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    my is supposed to be a 1982 xj750
     
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    Build date? Supposed 1982?


    Mine was built in October 1980.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Information on how to extrapolate the 17 digit VIN
    http://xjbikes.com/forums/index.php?threads/tech-topic-model-id-and-vins.14577/

    There should be a plastic laminated tag on the left side of the steering neck that has the full VIN. If that is gone there are several options for getting a replacement made (legally).

    If it turns out that you have an earlier bike then you will need to talk with your DNV about how to go about retitling it with the correct year. Typically I find that the older employees at rural offices are the most helpful. This is particularly true in towns that have a motorcycle museum or some other connection to classic vehicles.
     
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