rodney
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Post by rodney on Oct 29, 2017 19:15:14 GMT 1
hi, did do a search but didnt find anything so ...pardon my ignorance but where on frame is the number stamped ?
on log book my engine is same number as frame but for some reason the speedo is mph but mileage is in kph so something has changed on bike in last 35 years ,so for peace of mind are frame numbers easy to get to,to read
thanks all and sorry for newbie question
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Post by jackjabba on Oct 29, 2017 19:18:33 GMT 1
Its on the headstock on the right hand side. If its an import it may have a Vin plate riveted to the front of the headstock.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2017 19:18:35 GMT 1
On my air cooled 1979 RD 400 F it is on right hand down tube near yoke. Not sure for newer models. The more experienced chaps will tell you, but this maybe a start
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Post by earthman on Oct 29, 2017 20:17:11 GMT 1
I've heard that the frame numbers can be accidentally hidden/filled in if the frame has been powder coated, could that be the case here?
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rodney
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Post by rodney on Oct 29, 2017 20:31:56 GMT 1
I've heard that the frame numbers can be accidentally hidden/filled in if the frame has been powder coated, could that be the case here? good point earthman,not near bike at moment but do u know if they are easily visable or are they hidden behind headlight ,ect  ?? |
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Post by earthman on Oct 29, 2017 20:46:09 GMT 1
I've heard that the frame numbers can be accidentally hidden/filled in if the frame has been powder coated, could that be the case here? good point earthman,not near bike at moment but do u know if they are easily visable or are they hidden behind headlight ,ect ?? If it's a UK bike, turning the bars to left would make it easier to see the number I believe. You mention mileage being mentioned in Kph at some point so I have my doubts that you have actually have a UK bike?? |
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Post by jackjabba on Oct 29, 2017 20:47:57 GMT 1
Turn the handlebars to the left and you should be able to see the numbers on the right hand side running down over. Powder coat will fill them in so maybe hard to read, but usually they can just be made out.
Do you have a steering lock on the left hand side of the headstock, if so it may be an import that does not have a stamped frame number. If it doesn't have one look for two small holes on the front of the headstock where a vin plate may have been riveted on.
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Post by oldelsieboy on Oct 29, 2017 20:49:06 GMT 1
where on frame is the number stamped ? HERE  OEB |
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rodney
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Post by rodney on Oct 29, 2017 20:51:58 GMT 1
good point earthman,not near bike at moment but do u know if they are easily visable or are they hidden behind headlight ,ect ?? If it's a UK bike, turning the bars to left would make it easier to see the number I believe. You mention mileage being mentioned in Kph at some point so I have my doubts that you have actually have a UK bike?? yes mate ,that was my concern,but have the v5 through and it says first registered in 81,and 3 former keepers the guy i bought if from does restoring bikes ,so if the old speedo was shagged,maybe he bought second hand speedo that was from europe and not the bike lol i,ll have a good look this week when i get the chance only having 3 previous owners goes in its favour a bit  |
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rodney
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Post by rodney on Oct 29, 2017 20:53:47 GMT 1
where on frame is the number stamped ? HERE OEB |
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Post by rodney on Oct 29, 2017 20:54:44 GMT 1
your a star !!thank u very much
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Post by sbscnor on Oct 29, 2017 21:55:52 GMT 1
If you look at my website you will find many more pictures of genuine UK 250 and 350 LC's with known history including some of the NOS bikes Padgetts have.. |
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Post by mattybeckett on Oct 29, 2017 22:03:21 GMT 1
Turn the handlebars to the left and you should be able to see the numbers on the right hand side running down over. Powder coat will fill them in so maybe hard to read, but usually they can just be made out. Do you have a steering lock on the left hand side of the headstock, if so it may be an import that does not have a stamped frame number. If it doesn't have one look for two small holes on the front of the headstock where a vin plate may have been riveted on. I always thought if even an import they still have number stamped on headstock. Mines an import with genuine number stamped and also little vin plate with steering lock on l/h side. |
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Post by sbscnor on Oct 29, 2017 22:10:56 GMT 1
German frame  |
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Post by jackjabba on Oct 30, 2017 10:09:38 GMT 1
Turn the handlebars to the left and you should be able to see the numbers on the right hand side running down over. Powder coat will fill them in so maybe hard to read, but usually they can just be made out. Do you have a steering lock on the left hand side of the headstock, if so it may be an import that does not have a stamped frame number. If it doesn't have one look for two small holes on the front of the headstock where a vin plate may have been riveted on. I always thought if even an import they still have number stamped on headstock. Mines an import with genuine number stamped and also little vin plate with steering lock on l/h side. [/quote Matty you are correct, just checked a German frame I have and it does have both. Jack |
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Post by jarvy on Oct 30, 2017 13:41:31 GMT 1
Hi there, my Swiss 250LC does indeed have the number stamped on the right hand side and a small plate riveted in front of the steering lock.
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