Tamiya 14001 - Yamaha YZR500 G.P.Racer  [14001]

This excellent product should commemorate the manufacturing of Tamiya's 100th 1/12 scale bike model. Increasing the importance of event, we've plumped for to re-release our initial ever 1/12 scale bicycle model, the Yamaha YZR500 Grand Prix Racer.

Long considered one of many premiere bicycle manufacturers in the world, Yamaha began pursuing a 500cc program triumph in 1973, in addition as contending Suzuki. Yamaha acquired US driver "King" Kenny Roberts Sr. in the hopes of besting Suzuki, by which he won Grand Prix trophies for Yamaha 3 years running from 1978 to 1980. It absolutely was the yellowish No.1 YZR500 that brought Kenny Roberts their stunning third triumph in 1980. The Yamaha YZR500 is powered by a four cylinder, two-stroke water-cooled 498cc motor mounted in a double cycle, square area framework. Features such as the deltabox framework and Yamaha energy Valve System (YPVS) assisted ensure it is be probably one of the most effective bikes in over three decades of Grand Prix competition.

• 1/12 scale model illustrates the particular motorcycle's characteristic features, including the smooth cowling that hugs the motorist and chair cowling that protrudes notably regarding the back wheel.
• Engine is molded as you invest the airduct and various adjacent elements to provide effortless installation and protect information.
• All-new quality Cartograf decals are included for enhanced detail.
• Includes markings the No.1 product ridden by popular motorcyclist Kenny Roberts Sr.
• 1/12 Scale plactic model kits
• Construction type create kit
• Perhaps not included Photo-etch components
• Decals Included
• Length: 174mm, width: 46mm
• The kind of the 1980 world champ YZR500 is accurately captured by our classic model.
• The engine is molded when you invest atmosphere duct alongside adjacent elements available simple create and protect information.
• High quality Cartograf decals are included to recreate Kenny Roberts' No.1 unit.
• Features a detailed task regarding the 4-cylinder, water-cooled 2-stroke 498cc engine.
• Includes Synthetic plastic tires.
• Rushing stand is roofed.