T14100 Tamiya 1/12 Yamaha YZR-M1 ‘04

This version of the YZR-M1 represents the bikes ridden in the 2004 season by Carlos Checa, Spains number 1 rider and the 2nd fastest Yamaha racer, and Italian Marco Melandri, 2002 World Champion in the 250cc Class. While much of the attention was focused on Rossi during the 2004 season, Checa performed consistently, coming in 2nd in France, while Melandri made the top 3 in Spain and Holland. This model faithfully reproduces the YZR-M1s compact, streamlined design and finely molded cowling.

History

Featuring a powerful 990cc in-line 4-cylinder engine, the Yamaha YZR-M1 was ready to take on the dominant Honda RC211V in the 2004 MotoGP. With Rossi at the helm, the YZR-M1 didn't disappoint, helping Yamaha obtain their first rider's championship since Wayne Rainey won in 1992, and giving legendary rider Valentino Rossi his fourth consecutive rider's title. Following the release of Rossi and Abe's metallic blue bike, Tamiya now presents the vibrant red and silver YZR-M1 to our highly detailed 1/12 scale motorcycle series. The "Spain's No.1" Yamaha was ridden by top Spanish rider Carlos Checa and Italian young gun Marco Melandri.

Key Features and Specs

Accurate 1/12 scale plastic assembly model kit
Size: 172mm Length x 56mm Wide
Detailed Static Display Model
Finely Detailed Engine, with vinyl fuel, brake and spark plug lines
Removable Front and Side fairings to display frame and engine details
Removable Cowling secured by precision screws
Synthetic Rubber tires
Detailed front suspension
Steering front forks
Poly Caps used for damper assembly and cowling attachment
High Quality Cartograf livery Decals for Carlos Checa’s #7 and Marco Melandri’s #33 bike
Illustrated Assembly Guide
Age Suitability: 14+

Safety Notice: Warning! This product is not suitable for children under 36 months, it contains small parts with sharp edges which can present a choking hazard.

Featuring realistic detail, this 1/12 scale model accurately represents the bike ridden in the 2004 MotoGP season by Carlos Checa (No.7) and 2002 250cc world champion Marco Melandri (No.33). Feel the power of the YZR-M1 as you assemble this highly detailed replica model. Internal mechanics have been reproduced in exceptional detail including engine, exhaust, ram air box and suspension system. Kit comes with the an extra seat and seat cowling to accurately duplicate Melandri's bike, which had a special seat adjustment made to suit his small 164cm stature.

Model: T14100
Shipping Weight: 0.8kgs
Manufactured by: Tamiya