Suzuki Discussions about Suzuki ATVs.

how to tell year of quad?

Old Apr 7, 2012 | 11:17 AM
  #1  
bowiesrt8's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Trailblazer
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Default how to tell year of quad?

Just picked up an 08'(I believe) Ozark for my son. Of course as most used ATV's it did not have a title (and my state does not register them). I just thought (after the fact of course) how can I be sure It's an 08' not a 06' or 04'? They all look the same. Is there a spot on the frame that has it listed? It did not have a manual either (anyone have a PDF file of one?). Also rear brake hand lever does not return completely (brake light stays on), any suggestions on what I can do to fix it? Thanks!
 
Reply
Old Apr 8, 2012 | 06:18 AM
  #2  
Riddler77's Avatar
Trailblazer
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 30
Likes: 0
From: Worcester, MA
Default

Your machine should have a manufacturers sticker somewhere on the steering column or frame in the front end. I had the same thing happen. When I bought my quad the Craigslist ad said 09, but when I went to look at it I looked at the sticker and it was an 08. I talked the guy down another $300!

As for the brake lever, try adding brake fluid or check the whole line for kinks. If its not hydrolic, it may just need to be tightened at the end.

Hope this helps.
 
Reply
Old Apr 8, 2012 | 09:02 AM
  #3  
bud03420's Avatar
Weekend Warrior
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Default

Suzuki VIN Decoder @ Motoverse.com just put in your vin itll do the rest
 
Reply
Old Apr 8, 2012 | 09:13 PM
  #4  
jpw59165's Avatar
Weekend Warrior
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 13
Likes: 0
Default

you know the sticker on the frame will say the year manufactured, the title will have a different year on it. Both my quads are titled and registered. The LT250R says manufactured in 1987, but the title says 1988. My LT230 says manufactured in 1989, but the title says 1990.
 
Reply
Old Apr 9, 2012 | 07:14 AM
  #5  
scootergptx's Avatar
Supersock
Hired Gun!
"Badges? We don't need no stinkin' badges!"
20 Year Member
Active Streak: 30 Days
Community Builder
Community Influencer
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 142,647
Likes: 184
From: Land of the misfit toys
Default

10th digit of the vin is the the year.
 
Reply
Old Apr 9, 2012 | 10:00 AM
  #6  
TLC's Avatar
TLC
Extreme Pro Rider
God forbid he lets the polishing secret out!
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 11,805
Likes: 0
Default

I bought many used ATVs and sleds ,kan,t imagine bying one with out a proof of ownership (Canadian term for title) how do you know if it stolen or insure it without one?
 
Reply
Old Apr 9, 2012 | 09:27 PM
  #7  
bowiesrt8's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Trailblazer
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by bud03420
Suzuki VIN Decoder @ Motoverse.com just put in your vin itll do the rest
Awesome site, it is a 08 (and its not stolen).
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
neilbedwell
Buying an ATV
24
Nov 10, 2018 11:02 AM
Rtgjje5
Kids Quads
3
Jun 16, 2015 08:23 AM
traumajunkie
Yamaha
1
Jun 14, 2015 01:55 PM
Scott-Leigh
Suzuki
1
Jun 6, 2015 09:10 AM
cva81
Club News and Events
0
May 25, 2015 08:23 PM

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:39 AM.