Tamiya 14116 Yamaha YZR-M1 05 No.46 No.5 (1/12)

The Tamiya 14116 Yamaha YZR-M1 05 No.46 No.5 (1/12) model is a high-quality, highly detailed plastic replica of a MotoGP racing motorcycle. Designed in the popular 1:12 scale, it allows for precise reproduction of the details of the original bike, which was one of the most recognizable motorcycles of the 2005 MotoGP season. With this miniature, you can build a replica of the bike used by the Italian champion Valentino Rossi—the legendary "forty-six"—and Colin Edwards, both racing for the Yamaha Factory Racing team.

The Yamaha YZR-M1 is a Japanese racing motorcycle that debuted in MotoGP competition in 2002 and has since formed the backbone of Yamaha's successes. The 2005 version was distinguished by technical advancements such as an improved four-stroke engine and a modern electronic system. This very model brought Valentino Rossi a remarkable victory in the overall standings of the 2005 season—a key period in modern motorcycle racing. The bike was used during the most significant Grand Prix races worldwide.

Manufactured from top-quality plastic, the Tamiya model features highly accurate parts fitment and a realistic surface texture. The kit includes plastic sprues with detailed recreations of dry mechanical components and clear polystyrene parts for building the fairings. Included decals allow you to personalize the model according to the starting variant No. 46 (Valentino Rossi) or No. 5 (Colin Edwards). The model does not include glue or paints—these must be purchased separately.

• Scale: 1/12
• Country of origin of the vehicle: Japan
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Extras: decals, clear parts
• Historical period: modern times, MotoGP 2005
• Use: collector's model, display, sports dioramas
• Difficulty level: 3/5 (medium)

The Tamiya Yamaha YZR-M1 05 No.46 No.5 model is recommended for both motorcycle racing enthusiasts and modelers with intermediate and advanced experience. The high quality of workmanship, faithful reproduction of details, and the possibility of building two different versions make this a real treat for collectors and motorsport fans.