what is my bike

[yamman]

i believe i have a 1980 xs 1100 midnite special,but ive noticed theres also a 1100S, 1100L, 1100G, etc. I looked at my VIN but can't tell by that. Does anyone have any suggestions to how I can find out what type of bike I have.

Thanks!
CJ

[Ken Talbot]

Hey, CJ, welcome from another Canuck! Check this tech tip for a list of serial numbers for the various years. Also, have a look here for a good article laying out the differences between the various models.

[yamman]

Thanks that helped ... kinda. The dealer says that I have a special edition, accordingly to this I have a G, but when we looked at the specs, its kinda off. Ummmm. The only thing that matched on the specs was the colour - ruby red.

[Bigfoot]

i believe i have a 1980 xs 1100 midnite special

if it is ruby red, then it isn't a midnight special

[bikerphil]

which model?

Post a picture so we can check it out. Someone could have "customized" your bike with parts from other models.

[XSPastor]

I agree with Phil. Many of these bikes have been rebuilt/repaired with whatever parts people can find. You end up with a lot of "hybrid" bikes. After close to thirty years of repairs/modifications, there can be very little original left.

[yamman]

thank you all for your help.i will get a pic and post,im planning on painting it this winter ,i hate the purpleish colour it is..

[GNEPIG]

So what are the first 3 letters/numbers of your vin#?
And do the numbers on your frame match the numbers on your engine?

[yamman]

hi ,they are 3h5, a us id..and yes they match the motor and frame

[bikerphil]

3H5 is an 80G (Standard), XS1100G.