Pashley bikes have both a frame number and a serial number, and they are not always in the same place. The frame number is either stamped into the left chainstay hub-brake-arm mounting plate or under the bottom bracket. The serial number is on the security label low down on the seat tube. If the bike still has its guarantee card, both numbers should also be shown there.
That number matters. It helps you register the bike, check if it has been reported stolen, prove ownership, value it and sell it with more buyer confidence. Here is where to find it, how to read it, and how to check it before you buy.
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On a Pashley, the frame number is either under the bottom bracket or stamped into the plate that forms the rear hub-brake-arm mount on the left chainstay. The serial number is on the security label low down on the seat tube.
Check the chainstay plate and the bottom bracket.
Pashley stamps the frame number into the plate that forms the rear hub-brake-arm mount on the left chainstay, or under the bottom bracket.
- Put the bike somewhere stable and well lit.
- Check the left chainstay, where the rear hub-brake arm mounts to the frame, for a stamped plate.
- If it is not there, turn the bike carefully and check under the bottom bracket.
- Wipe away dirt and use a torch if the stamping is shallow.
- Check the guarantee card, which should show both numbers.
- Take a clear photo before typing the number into a checker.
Make sure you copy the full number. A single missing or misread character can give the wrong result.
What does a Pashley frame number look like?
The frame number is stamped into the frame or plate. The serial number appears on the Pashley security label, which also shows the bike’s unique barcode and a Union Jack. Use both numbers where possible, especially for insurance, registration and proof of ownership.
Do not use the model name, tyre size, barcode on a shop label, or any number printed on a component. The frame number belongs to the bike frame itself. For example, these are not usually the frame number:
- Pashley Princess
- Pashley Roadster
- Pashley Britannia
- Pashley Guv’nor
- Pashley Clubman
- Pashley Aurora
- Pashley Parabike
- Pashley Poppy
- Pashley Picador
- Pashley Delibike
- Sturmey-Archer hub number
- Brooks saddle code
- Basket or rack label
- Wheel size
- Tyre marking
- Security label barcode alone
The number you want is the unique frame code that belongs to the frame itself.
Frame number or serial number: what is the difference?
Pashley separates the two clearly. The frame number is the stamped identifier on the frame or hub-brake plate. The serial number is a second identifier shown on the security label, and both appear on the guarantee card supplied with the bike.
Where to find the Pashley serial number
- Look low down on the seat tube for the Pashley security label.
- The label shows the serial number alongside the bike’s unique barcode and a Union Jack.
- Check the guarantee card, which lists both the frame number and the serial number.
What does a Pashley serial number look like?
A code printed on the seat tube security label rather than stamped into the frame. Record it together with the frame number; a strong used-bike check covers both.
Two numbers, both worth recording
Pashley is different because it separates the frame number and serial number clearly. The frame number is stamped on the frame or hub-brake plate, while the serial number is on the seat tube security label. A strong used-bike check should record both.
The detail that protects you.
A frame number is one of the most useful details on a used bike. It connects a Pashley to its owner, its registration record and any stolen-bike reports.
You may need it to:
- Check if a Pashley bike has been reported stolen.
- Register your bike.
- Sell your bike with confidence.
- Get an accurate bike valuation.
- Make an insurance claim.
- Report a stolen bike to the police.
- Prove the bike is yours.
If you own a Pashley, take a photo of the frame number and keep it with your receipt. If the bike is ever stolen, that detail can make a real difference.
Buying a used Pashley? Check the frame number first.
A clean-looking bike is not always a safe buy. Before you pay, ask the seller for a clear photo of the frame number and check it against stolen-bike records. You should also ask for:
- The original receipt or proof of purchase.
- The seller’s name matching the receipt where possible.
- Clear photos of the bike from both sides.
- A photo of the frame number.
- Any service history.
- Details of upgrades or replacement parts.
Red flag. Be careful if the seller refuses to show the frame number, says they cannot find it, gives only a partial code, or pressures you to pay quickly. A genuine seller should understand why you are checking.
Check a Pashley frame number on Cyclesite
Found the number? Run a free stolen-bike check before you buy. Enter the Pashley frame number into the checker and look for any matching reports. It only takes a moment, and it can help you avoid buying a bike with a bad history. If the bike looks clear, you can also value it and compare similar Pashley bikes for sale.
What to do if your Pashley has been stolen.
Report it as soon as possible. You will usually need the frame number, photos, make, model, colour, size, location and any unique marks or upgrades.
- Report the theft to the police.
- Get a crime reference number.
- Add the bike to stolen-bike databases.
- Update any existing bike registration record.
- Contact your insurer if you have cover.
- Watch used bike listings for matching bikes.
- Keep photos, receipts and messages in one place.
Include anything distinctive, such as upgraded wheels, unusual tyres, scratches, stickers, lights, mudguards, racks or replacement parts. The more detail you provide, the easier it is to identify the bike if it appears for sale.
Pashley frame number FAQs
Where is the frame number on a Pashley Princess?
Check under the bottom bracket and the left chainstay hub-brake-arm mounting plate.
Where is the frame number on a Pashley Roadster?
Start at the left chainstay hub-brake-arm plate, then check under the bottom bracket.
Where is the serial number on a Pashley?
Pashley says the serial number is on the security label low down on the seat tube.
Is the Pashley serial number the same as the frame number?
No. Pashley lists both. The frame number is stamped on the frame or plate. The serial number is on the security label.
What if the Pashley guarantee card is missing?
Check the frame and security label directly. If buying used, ask for other proof of ownership.
Can I check if a Pashley is stolen by frame number?
Yes. Use the frame number to run a stolen-bike check before buying, and record the serial number from the security label as well.
Looking for another brand? See the full bike frame number guide.
Bottom line
On a Pashley, check the left chainstay hub-brake plate and under the bottom bracket for the stamped frame number, and the seat tube security label for the serial number. Copy both in full, then check them before you buy, sell or register the bike. A used Pashley can be a brilliant buy, but those two numbers are the details that protect you.
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