How To Find the VIN, Chassis And Engine Number Of Your Bike?

We recognise that if someone steals your bike, they can easily remove the number plate. As a result, unique numbers are inscribed on the frame and engine of each bike to give it a distinct identity. Your bike has a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), which contains information such as the year of manufacture, registration details, and so on.

What Is a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a 17-character code that includes both numbers and letters and is used to classify both private and commercial vehicles. The VIN contains a variety of information about your bike, including its manufacturing location, vehicle description, vehicle identification, year of manufacture, RTO location, insurance policy, and so on.

Components of the Vehicle Identification Number

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) comprises 17 characters, as we've already mentioned. For classification, its serial code is broken down into three parts:

• World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)

The WMI code is made up of the first three characters of the VIN. These characters reflect the two-wheeler vehicle's manufacturer and the country of origin.

• Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)

The Vehicle Descriptor Section is made up of characters 4 to 9. (VDS). As the name implies, these characters provide information about the vehicle's features, such as the model body shape, and so on.

• Vehicle Identifier Section (VIS)

The Vehicle Identifier Section is made up of characters 10 to 17. (VIS). By providing the correct information about the engine, plant code, transmission, and model year, these characters can be used to clearly identify a two-wheeler vehicle.

Characters 1 to 3 of VIN are the WMI code, which denotes the vehicle's manufacturing location; characters 4 to 9 of VIN are the vehicle descriptor section, which describes the vehicle's characteristics; and characters 10 to 17 of VIN are the vehicle identification section, which provides information about the vehicle's model year, engine, plant code, and transmission.

How to Find Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on Your Bike?

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the bike is normally found on the steering neck. On certain vehicles, however, it is near the bike's engine.

How To Find Chassis Number from Registration Number?

This number can be found on the Registration Certificate and the Owner's Manual for vehicles other than motorcycles. Some licenced consumers, such as bike insurance providers, banks, and other financial institutions, have the authority to search this number online via the VAHAN government website.

How To Find the Engine Number of Your Bike?

It's easy to find on your bike's engine, and on the registration certificate and owner's manual. The bike's Engine Number, like the Chassis Number, can be reviewed online by license users only at the government website known as VAHAN.

Conclusion

You should know about VIN, chassis number, and engine number and how to find them because they play an important role in ensuring the safety of your bike and are considered the most authentic source to find your bike's past. Also, these details come handy when you are getting your bike insurance plan.

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Disclaimer: This article is issued in the general public interest and meant for general information purposes only. Readers are advised not to rely on the contents of the article as conclusive in nature and should research further or consult an expert in this regard.