how do i find out what year it is?

[daniels85200x]

I don't know where to look up my serial number any help?

[dougspcs]

What kind of machine is it??

There are VIN decoders all over the site..the VIN should be located on the steering neck behind the headlamp. Usually just stamped into the metal.

Most machines have a standard 17 digit VIN, others like the Yamaha don't..the decoder listing is different for each.