Does the serial number on the engine tell u the year?

[jonney89]

if so how can i tell i searched the threads and didnt really get my answer

 

[Whitty21]

i think it might have someting to do with the last 4 digits or something not sure

 

[98BlAsTeR240]

Try
Yamaha VIN Decoder @ Motoverse.com
use the vin on your frame by the shifter

I found the link in one of DUALSTROKES post

 

[impact02]

first 3 digits are for model identification remaining digits are the unit production number.