Overview
The Tamiya 1/12 Yamaha RZV500R V-Four Two-Stroke Motorcycle (Item 14037) recreates one of the most exotic production motorcycles ever built. The RZV500R was Yamaha's street-legal version of their dominant YZR500 Grand Prix racer, featuring a revolutionary V-four two-stroke engine that produced incredible power from just 499cc.
Introduced in 1984, the RZV500R represented the closest a civilian rider could get to owning a GP bike. This detailed kit captures the exotic V-four engine layout, aluminum deltabox frame, and race-bred suspension that made the RZV500R a legend among two-stroke enthusiasts and collectors.
Key Features
- 1/12 scale plastic assembly model kit
- Detailed V-four two-stroke engine
- Accurate deltabox aluminum frame replica
- Race-derived suspension components
- Realistic instrumentation and bodywork
- Chrome-plated expansion chambers
- Rubber tires for authentic appearance
- Tamiya quality precision engineering
Performance Benefits
- Exotic GP-derived motorcycle
- Highly detailed two-stroke engine
- Large scale for impressive display
- Educational motorsport technology
- Collector-grade Yamaha representation
Usage Notes
Plastic model kit requiring assembly with model cement and finishing with model paints (sold separately). Recommended for experienced modelers ages 14+. The complex two-stroke engine provides excellent detail painting opportunities.
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/12
- Type: Plastic assembly model kit
- Subject: Yamaha RZV500R
- Engine: 499cc V-four two-stroke
- Year: 1984
- Item Number: 14037
What's Included
- Complete plastic parts for RZV500R
- Chrome-plated parts
- Rubber tires
- Decal sheet
- Instruction manual
Summary
The Tamiya 1/12 Yamaha RZV500R captures one of motorcycling's most exotic machines. A must-have for two-stroke enthusiasts and collectors of rare Japanese superbikes.
