Is mine an 83?

[worldrider555]

Hi all, I bought my vision a few months ago and was just reading on wikipedia that only the 83's have air adjustable suspension.  From what I understand my vision is an 82 but it has the air adjustments, but it does not have a dual disk setup in the front brakes.

Any help would be appreciated.  Thanks

[h2olawyer]

Air adjustable forks is a pretty easy aftermarket upgrade.  It is possible that a previous owner added some air valves to the forks.  The single disc front maakes it more likely an 82.  Look at the tag on the steering neck.  There will be a month & year of manufacture.  Made in 81 & early 82, it's an 82.

Other clues that it is an 83:

140 MPH speedo
Fuel gauge
Black & Gold color scheme with gold wheels
Full fairing
Rear shock adjustable for both damping & rebound (not air)
Short handlebar risers
Rider pegs located a bit farther rearward with shorter brake pedal & longer shifter linkage

There are more differences, but those are the main outward, easy to spot items.

H₂O

[Lucky]

couple more 83's have:
black swing arm
black fork lowers
black stripes on footpeg bracket
smooth tail section, not stippled
toe extention on the center stand

[Tiger]

 :) The '83 also has a different gas cap, a larger petcock, most of the wiring is housed in a rubber bag out-side of the headlight bucket, upgraded carb's... :-\

A picture of your Vision would help us indentify her for you... ;)

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