Looking for a VIN decoder online

[MadMan]

Hello gang,

In the past I have always used the website Motoverse.com to decode VIN numbers for my ATVs. Recently I attempted using the websites VIN decoder link and for months it's been out of order. Does anyone know of another website that decodes VIN numbers for free? My friend just bought a used Yamaha Big Bear and he wants to run the VIN. Verify if it's stolen and confirm the exact model quad. I managed to verify my Polaris VIN on the PurePolaris.com website. Any one know of another VIN decoder besides Motoverse.com to look up Yamaha ATV?

Thanks guys.

 

[oxidized_black]

i always used motoverse too and thought they were just down for the day ...

try this one ... VIN Decoder - ATV Motorcycle Scooter Vehicle Identification - FREE - Motorcycle Repair Manuals, Online Manuals, Wiring Diagrams, Service Specifications & Troubleshooting at Cyclepedia Press LLC

[MadMan]

i always used motoverse too and thought they were just down for the day ...

try this one ... VIN Decoder - ATV Motorcycle Scooter Vehicle Identification - FREE - Motorcycle Repair Manuals, Online Manuals, Wiring Diagrams, Service Specifications & Troubleshooting at Cyclepedia Press LLC

Hey thanks bro! That link works gr8! It not only told me make and model but even the color was "green", lol. That's cool. I appreciate the help. I own a '98 Yamaha Big Bear and a '00 Polaris Sportsman and it's helpful knowing the exact model numbers. I learned there were about 8 different models built during my model yr and when you are ordering replacement parts it's good info to have.

Thanks again Oxi-Black!

:cheers2c:

[ScootersScooters]

We really like VINCheck. Its a free service provided by the National Insurance Crime Bureau. We wrote an article about VINCheck a few weeks ago, How to Avoid Purchasing a Stolen ATV. Its good that you are thinking about running the VIN, but we always recommend that you do it before you buy a used ATV. (Although since your friend already bought it, its still better than not running it at all.)

We also pointed out in our article that there are a lot of benefits to completing a Bill of Sale at the time of purchase. We have a free Bill of Sale on our site available here, if you're interested.

I hadn't previously heard of the decoder listed above, but will definitely give it a shot. I like that it decodes the make and model but my only question would be whether or not it can recognize if the VIN belongs to a bike that has been reported stolen? If not, it may be a good idea to use it in conjunction with the VINCheck service.

[ATVStyle]

If everything else fails you could always try decoding it yourself the old fashioned way.

[MadMan]

Well Motoverse.com back when their Vin Decoder link worked was great. Its been down for months. Luckily when I bought my yamaha I used it and got the info I needed before site stopped working. My polaris I used PUREPOLARIS.com and logged in my VIN. I got both bikes Registered and tagged now so Good News, neither were stolen bikes. WooHoo! This is always my fear when buying things thru Craigslist. A hand shake deal with no title can sometimes lead to problems. If u cant find a free online VIN decoder, just contact the manufacturer and they can provide u with all the info about your bike thru your VIN number. You may have to email custoemr service and wait several days but its an option. Some decoders aren't truly decoders. They merely just tell u who its registered to or tell u if bike is stolen, they don't always provide you with the specs of your bike. Sites like Cheapcycleparts .com are great for looking up OEM parts and they show exploded diagrams of how all your parts go together. Even if u don't buy from them, the diagrams are helpful. U simply enter your Bike brand, model, year, and engine size. Good luck!

[jprusha]

I have not been able to find a vin decoder that helps with my Polaris Sportsman I just bought.

Can anyone help me find the year of my new ATV? The vin # is 4xach50a1wa021522.

HELP!!!!

Thanks-John

[oxidized_black]

I have not been able to find a vin decoder that helps with my Polaris Sportsman I just bought.

Can anyone help me find the year of my new ATV? The vin # is 4xach50a1wa021522.

HELP!!!!

Thanks-John

i think there might be something off as it didnt give a make but you got the year ...

[extremerider]

You can use cyclepedia and ATV-411.

[kjaunozolins]

could someone help with this vin. i think need to bee polaris sportsman 500 but i am not sure

4xach42ax4a073192

[Admin]

Please post any specific VIN lookup websites and sources into the specific ATV manufacturer topics created above. Thanks. 

[Kelly Dumont]

On 12/5/2015 at 9:22 AM, kjaunozolins said:

could someone help with this vin. i think need to bee polaris sportsman 500 but i am not sure

4xach42ax4a073192

ATV VIN Number Decoder

 

[Kelly Dumont]

This may help you with your vin, my son has a Polaris sportsman, I just looked his up. 

[AlanN]

http://www.vin-decoder.org/

[nlee]

I use VIN check.

But isn't "rule of thumb" that the 10th digit is the year? Obviously if it is a letter you definitely need the decoder.

[Kelly Dumont]

For anyone looking for a VIN decoder, I used this one, 

ATV Vin Number : Check and Decode Your VIN

[Kelly Dumont]

On 4/26/2015 at 8:53 AM, oxidized_black said:

i think there might be something off as it didnt give a make but you got the year ...

I used this VIN decoder for a Polaris sportsman 500,and it helped. Hopefully it will be some use to you. 

ATV Vin Number : Check and Decode Your VIN

[Brandon Nichols]

Worked for me. Thanks

[Kelly Dumont]

Your welcome !