10th character- Identifies the model year. For example: 1988(J), 1989(K), 1990(L), 1991(M), 1992(N), 1993(P), 1994(R), 1995(S), 1996(T), 1997(V), 1998(W), 1999(X), 2000(Y)------2001(1), 2002(2), 2003(3), 2004(4), 2005(5), 2006(6), 2007(7), 2008(8) or Take your 17 digit vin and enter it here: http://www.motoverse.com/tools/vin/ktm.asp You will learn a lot more than just the year with this website.
KTM
KTM motorcycle parts can be purchased from many websites and stores based in the US. The most convenient and relevant option is the website KTM-Parts, which sells parts in addition to completed motorcycles.
Locate the vin number (17 digits) on the right side of the steering head tube, then enter it in the vin decoder at this web link: http://www.motoverse.com/tools/vin/ktm.asp It will provide you with more info than you probably wanted to know along with the model and year of your KTM.
KTM
KTM has a section of their site where electronic copies of their motorcycle manuals can be downloaded for free. They offer most models and many years.
the ktm 85sx. it beats all of the others
KTM is most commonly known for its off road motorcycles though in recent years it has expanded into street motorcycle production.
I have a ktm dirt bike trying to find out the year the number is ktm8701*45853*
KTM 640 Duke
16.192 ounces
120mm under the top of the fork
Husaburg and also wp suspension