Tamiya 14098 Vintage 2004 Yamaha YZR-M1 No.46 Collector Kit  [14098]

2004 Yamaha YZR-M1 Captured in 1/12 Scale

The Tamiya 14098 kit faithfully recreates the 2004 Yamaha YZR-M1, the machine Valentino Rossi piloted to multiple wins in his first Yamaha season. The model reflects the important revisions to the bike, including the redesigned swing arm and the aluminium twin-spar deltabox frame that affected handling and performance.

Technical Highlights of the YZR-M1

Rossi's move to Yamaha in 2004 changed the MotoGP landscape. The real YZR-M1 used a 990cc liquid-cooled 4-cylinder engine tuned for improved traction and throttle response, a setup this kit represents through its detailed engine and chassis parts.

Kit Composition and Assembly Notes

The Tamiya 14098 offers a precise 1/12 scale static model with a compact in-line 4-cylinder engine. The removable cowling allows display of the engine and drivetrain, while synthetic rubber tires and poly caps simplify assembly and final presentation.