Tamiya 14114 - Yamaha YZR-M1 50th Anniversary - US Inter-Coloring Edition 46  [14114]

The Yamaha YZR-M1 50th Anniversary U.S Edition features the distinctive yellow and black colored strobe pattern regarding the Yamaha International Corporation. Kenny Robert's YZR500, which won three consecutive 500cc Grand Prixs showcased this color scheme in 1978. The Gauloises Team Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi and Colin Edwards rode this unique edition bike in the 2005 MotoGP Round 8, U.S. Grand Prix. United states driver, Edwards, took a 2nd destination finish, while Rossi placed 3rd. In 2005, Rossi stated the Riders Championship. The YZR-M1 underwent extreme improvements and modification, in 2005. The engine ended up being improved to feature a 4 stroke in-line 4 cylinder 990cc engine, which improved top rate and fuel effectiveness. The fuel tank was installed lower plus the rear shocks attached directly to the crankcase generate maximum weight concentration in the exact middle of the bicycle. Other improvements included impact absorbing capabilities, refined brakes and torque control systems.

Specs & qualities

• Assembly kit style of the history-making 2005 Yamaha YZR-M1 U.S. Intercoloring Edition ridden by Valentino Rossi.
• Length: 172mm, Width: 56mm.
• Cowlings can be eliminated even after set up to showcase the meticulously detailed interior.
• The compact 990cc 4-cylinder motor, twin-tube delta frame, and back suspension system setup are all accurately reproduced.
• Synthetic rubber tires.
• High-quality Cartograf decals included.