1:12 Yamaha YZR-M1

1:12 Yamaha YZR-M1, a detail accessory for the model

An accessory for building a model of the racing Yamaha YZR-M1 in 1:12 scale. The item belongs among the detail parts for motorcycle models. The title gives only the machine the part belongs to; the exact form and extent of the part is described on the packaging of the set. It makes sense when building a model of this particular motorcycle.

The real subject

The YZR-M1 is Yamaha's works prototype for the top class of the road racing world championship. Unlike production machines it was never sold, and every one of its parts was made for a single purpose, namely racing. An inline four-cylinder engine with an unconventional crankshaft arrangement gave the engine its characteristic sound and, above all, a gentler delivery of power to the rear wheel, which helps riders when the bike is leaned over in a corner. The fairing, the exhaust and the suspension change from season to season with the circuits and the rules, so the individual years of the M1 differ noticeably from one another.

Working with the accessory

Before you fit the part, try it dry to see whether it follows the shape of the moldings of the kit you are using. The mating surfaces usually need their flash removed with fine abrasive. Apply the glue in a minimal amount, because on a motorcycle model an overflow on a visible surface is hard to hide. Try the shade on a hidden spot before you let paint anywhere near the part.

Who the accessory is for

• builders of racing motorcycles in 1:12 scale
• modelers who deal with the small details on prototypes too
• collectors of premier class machinery

This is an accessory for a motorcycle model; the model itself is not included.