Tamiya 14133 1/12 Yamaha YZF-R1M Scale Kit - Off-road Showpiece Edition  [14133]

Tamiya 14133 Yamaha YZF-R1M Scale Kit Introduction

The Yamaha YZF-R1M is a purpose-built sport machine influenced by Yamaha racing tech, featuring a 998cc four-cylinder setup producing about 200hp and sophisticated electronic aids. The Tamiya 1/12 model recreates the bike's aggressive profile and engineering cues for modellers who want precision at scale.

Tips for Building and Showing the YZF-R1M

This Tamiya kit includes detailed mouldings that echo real carbon panels and aerodynamic contours. Accurate joins and clean paintwork reward patient assembly. Use the printed painting guide and consider test-fitting parts before final gluing to keep panel alignment crisp.

Painting and Weathering Options

To achieve the R1M finish, try Tamiya TS-51 Racing Blue and LP-11 Silver. For subtle realism, apply controlled weathering to exhausts and mechanical bits while keeping bodywork clean.