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Tamiya 1/12 Yamaha RZV500R plastic model kit in light gray with chrome parts and rubber tires

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Tamiya Yamaha RZV500R 1/12 Motorcycle Model Kit

SKU CH-2400-T1GRF

A 1/12 scale Yamaha RZV500R model kit with steerable front fork, Monocross rear suspension, detailed 500cc V4 engine, chrome parts and rubber-like tires, requiring paint and cement

  • Product typeMotorcycle
  • Suitable forUnisex
  • Age groupAdult
  • Authentic 1/12 scale replica of the Yamaha RZV500R
  • Officially licensed product with genuine Yamaha branding
  • Detailed 500cc V4 engine with SU carburetors and chambers
  • Steerable front fork and Monocross rear suspension with metal spring
  • Chrome parts, rubber-like tires and colorful decals for realism

Tamiya 1/12 Yamaha RZV500R Kit

This Tamiya plastic model kit reproduces the Yamaha RZV500R motorcycle at 1/12 scale. It is intended for adult hobbyists and collectors who enjoy detailed assembly projects. The kit arrives in vintage-style packaging with parts molded in light gray. Paint and cement are required to complete the model.

For display builders, not play

The finished model suits collectors who want an authentic shelf piece with steerable front fork, rubber-like tires and chrome-plated details. It is not suited for younger users or anyone seeking a ready-to-run toy, because assembly, painting and glueing are mandatory. Buyers who want a pre-painted diecast replica should look elsewhere.

500cc V4 engine detail decides fit

The single specification that determines whether this is the right kit is the inclusion of a realistic 500cc two-stroke water-cooled V4 engine with SU carburetors and air chambers. If that level of mechanical replication matches your display goals, the kit delivers; if you only need a generic motorcycle silhouette, a simpler subject will suffice.

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Price $33.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 5,802 comparable items (median $29.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTamiya
Product typeMotorcycle
More details
Suitable forUnisex
Age groupAdult

Questions about this item

Do I need to supply my own paint and cement to finish the 1/12 Yamaha RZV500R model kit?

Yes, the kit requires paint and cement which are not included in the box. You will need to purchase suitable modelling paint and plastic cement separately to complete the assembly.

Will the steerable front fork and metal-spring Monocross rear suspension move freely once assembled on my display shelf?

The front fork is steerable and the rear Monocross suspension features a metal spring, allowing both components to move realistically after assembly for dynamic display positioning.

How can I verify the 500cc V4 engine and SU carburettors are correctly assembled on the completed model?

Check that the 500cc two-stroke water-cooled V4 engine block, SU carburettors, air cleaner and chambers are visibly detailed and accurately positioned according to the instruction manual diagrams.

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