Yamaha YZR500 Grand Prix Racer

This is the first motorcycle model in the iconic Tamiya 1/12 Motorcycle Series. It was originally released in 1981. Yamaha has a long and proud history in motorcycle racing which dates back to 1961, and really gained momentum with their first 500cc class Manufacturers' Championship in 1973. The YZR500 was another World Champion bike, which was in racing service in various guises between 1973 and 2002. It took legend Kenny Roberts to the title in 1980. It was powered by a 498cc engine with piston ported induction system and variable geometry exhaust. The Tamiya model faithfully captures all the details from this iconic racer in 1/12 scale and remains faithful to the original 1981 release. • 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 174mm, width: 46mm. • The form of the 1980 world champion YZR500 is accurately captured by this classic model. • The engine is molded as one part with air duct and other adjacent parts to provide easy assembly and preserve detail. • High quality Cartograf decals are included to recreate Kenny Roberts' No.1 machine. • Features a detailed recreation of the 4-cylinder, water-cooled 2-stroke 498cc engine. • Includes Synthetic rubber tires. • Racing stand is included.