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What is year and model of my Diamondback?

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Asked by: Robert Paez

How do you tell what year my Diamondback bike is?

For Diamond Back Japanese Koizumi BMX frames, the year is the first number found on the serial number. See our Japanese/Koizumi guide for more info. For Diamond Back Taiwanese Fairly made BMX Frames, the year is the second number in the serial number, after the letter F.

How can I tell what model my bike is?

The majority of serial numbers are located under the bottom bracket where the two pedal cranks meet. Turn your bike upside down and record the number. If there is no serial number near the cranks, you should check other common places including the front headset or rear stays.

Can you tell the year of a bike by the serial number?

Each manufacturer has their own identification system. But the first numbers usually indicate the year, and then month of manufacture. And the remaining numbers indicate the specific ID of that bike.

How old are Diamondback bikes?

History. Diamondback Bicycles was founded as a BMX brand in 1977 by Western States Imports in Newbury Park, California, which sold bikes under the Centurion (bicycle) brand.

What year is my bike by Vin?

The 10th character in the 17-character VIN represents the vehicle model-year. This standard applies to vehicles built in or after 1981.

Where is my bikes frame number?

Most typically the bike frame number can be found stamped on the bottom bracket. However, it’s not always and might not be stamped at all. It can sometimes be found on a sticker, especially with carbon frames.

How long is a bicycle serial number?

six to ten digits

They’re usually referred to as a bicycle serial number, but also at times called a “frame number.” They are stamped onto the frame of a bike and range from six to ten digits long.

How long is a serial number?

How many characters make up a serial number differs greatly, depending on the manufacturer, product, and model. Most serial numbers have at least six or seven characters, and some serial numbers have twenty or more. Some manufactures (e.g., Acer) may have both a serial number and an SNID on their devices.

What format is a bike serial number?

A bicycle serial number often referred to as a bike frame number, is a unique sequence of numbers typically between 6 and 10 digits long. Almost every bike manufacturer stamps a unique frame number onto the bikes they produce[1]. Occasionally before the serial number, there may be a couple of letters.

Can my VIN number tell me what model I have?

A VIN is usually composed of:



17 characters including digits and capital letters, that acts as a unique identifier for your car. The VIN number tells you when and where the car was built. It tells you the manufacturer, year, make and model, and the trim level including unique features and specifications.

What number in the VIN is the year?

10th character

The 10th character of the VIN indicates the model year.

Can I look my VIN up online?

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How do you read Haro serial numbers?

Generally, the year was stamped as the first part of the serial number. For example my 1989 Haro Invert has a serial number H8808XXX. The second two digits – the number (88) refers to the year – 1988 and the month of build is referenced as 08 for August.

How do you date a Redline BMX bike?

Please note: The Redline serial number will give you the build date of your Redline BMX. Frames were normally manufactured the year before being sold in bike shops. So a build date on a frame of 2003 usually means the bike was sold in stores in 2004.

How do I identify my BMX frame?

@Jordan – if you check the bottom bracket, there might be a serial number or other info there etched into the metal. Post a picture and look for any identifying numbers / letters on the frame, and if any of the parts came originally with the bike list what they are if you can.

Who started Redline bikes?

Linn Kastan

Redline Racing Frames was founded in 1970 by Linn Kastan and Mike Konle in Chatsworth California for making chromoly motorcycle frames and swingarms. The company consisted of a staff of six people and was receiving much success with their motorcycle swingarms.