Tamiya 1/12 Yamaha XV1600 Road Star

The Tamiya 1/12 Yamaha XV1600 Road Star recreates Yamaha's imposing large-capacity cruiser, combining a long, low-slung chassis with a muscular 1,600cc air-cooled V-twin engine and classic cruiser styling.

Please note this is an unassembled plastic model kit requiring assembly; paints, cement and hobby tools are not included and are required to complete the model.

The XV1600 Road Star was designed to deliver a combination of comfort, performance and style, with its huge pushrod V-twin mounted in an ultra-long chassis. Tamiya's detailed reproduction captures the delicate engine cooling fins, spoke wheels, brake and clutch lines and extensive chrome detailing, while real screws are used during assembly for added realism.

Special Features

• 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit
• Overall dimensions of 208mm long, 89mm wide and 100mm high
• Detailed 1,600cc air-cooled V-twin pushrod engine
• Delicate cooling fins on the engine are accurately reproduced
• Special cooling fan and two spark plugs are intricately detailed
• Brake line and clutch wire are reproduced using soft vinyl tubing
• Spoke wheels feature finely reproduced spoke detail
• Solid rubber tires feature realistic tread detail
• Linked-monocross rear suspension is accurately reproduced
• Real screws are incorporated into the assembly for realistic construction
• Metal-plated components enhance the chrome appearance
• Two styles of tank emblem are included for Road Star and Wild Star versions
• Decals are included for tank and fender stripes and meter markings
• Transparent display stand is included

What's in the Box

• Plastic model kit components
• Metal-plated parts
• Soft vinyl tubing
• Solid rubber tires
• Decal sheet
• Transparent display stand
• Instruction manual

What You'll Need

• Plastic cement
• Paints
• Finishing supplies

Why You'll Love It

The XV1600 Road Star makes a refreshing alternative to high-performance sportbikes, with its enormous V-twin, relaxed cruiser proportions and chrome-rich styling. Tamiya's attention to engine, suspension and spoke-wheel detail makes this a rewarding project for fans of classic Japanese cruisers.