• 1/12 scale Suzuki RGV500 (XR89) 1999 plastic model kit by Tamiya (Kit No. 14081)
• Represents the legendary 1999 Suzuki RGV500 XR89, a factory Grand Prix racing motorcycle developed for the 500cc World Championship
• Based on Suzuki's highly competitive RGV500 two-stroke racing motorcycle platform
• Raced during the 1999 500cc Grand Prix World Championship, the premier class of motorcycle road racing before the introduction of the MotoGP four-stroke era
• Features the distinctive aerodynamic racing fairing, compact chassis, racing exhaust system and aggressive Grand Prix motorcycle silhouette
• Powered by a 499cc liquid-cooled, two-stroke V4 engine developed specifically for top-level motorcycle racing
• Equipped with a sophisticated racing engine designed to deliver exceptional power relative to its displacement and weight
• The original RGV500 produced approximately 180 horsepower, with output varying according to development specification
• Features a six-speed racing transmission designed for rapid gear changes and competitive circuit performance
• Equipped with an advanced aluminium twin-spar frame developed for high-speed stability and precise cornering
• Features racing-specification suspension and braking components designed for demanding Grand Prix competition
• The original motorcycle used a lightweight construction philosophy to maximise acceleration, handling and braking performance
• The RGV500's powerful two-stroke engine required precise throttle control and expert riding technique
• The distinctive expansion-chamber exhaust system was essential to the performance characteristics of its two-stroke engine
• The 1999 Suzuki factory team featured Kenny Roberts Jr. and Nobuatsu Aoki
• Kenny Roberts Jr. enjoyed an outstanding 1999 season, finishing second in the 500cc World Championship standings
• The 1999 RGV500 helped establish Suzuki as a serious championship contender against Honda and Yamaha
• The RGV500 programme culminated in Kenny Roberts Jr. winning the 2000 500cc World Championship on a later development of the motorcycle
• The Suzuki RGV500 became one of the most recognisable racing motorcycles of the late two-stroke Grand Prix era
• Its compact dimensions and distinctive aerodynamic bodywork reflected the advanced engineering of 1990s racing motorcycles
• The 500cc Grand Prix class was renowned for its extremely powerful, lightweight and challenging two-stroke racing machines
• The RGV500 competed against legendary rivals including the Honda NSR500 and Yamaha YZR500
• The motorcycle represents an important chapter in Suzuki racing history and the evolution of Grand Prix motorcycle technology
• The 1999 season marked a particularly successful period in Suzuki's return to the front of premier-class motorcycle racing
• The RGV500 XR89 remains a highly desirable subject among collectors of classic Grand Prix motorcycles
• 1/12 scale provides an excellent display size for recreating this iconic 500cc racing motorcycle
• The model offers opportunities to showcase the RGV500's distinctive V4 engine, racing frame, suspension, exhaust system and aerodynamic fairing
• The complex mechanical layout makes this an engaging project for detailed painting and realistic finishing
• Ideal for collectors of Suzuki racing motorcycles, 500cc Grand Prix bikes, two-stroke superbikes and classic MotoGP predecessors
• Excellent companion to Tamiya Honda NSR500, Yamaha YZR500, Suzuki RGV500 and other Grand Prix motorcycle model kits
• Suitable for creating a display of 1990s Grand Prix racing motorcycles and legendary two-stroke racing machines
• Offers excellent opportunities for recreating the 1999 Suzuki factory racing colours and period-appropriate sponsor markings
• Ideal for realistic metallic engine finishes, exhaust heat staining, carbon-fibre effects, brake disc detailing and racing tyre textures
• The aerodynamic fairing provides an excellent surface for achieving a smooth, high-gloss racing motorcycle finish
• The exposed mechanical components offer opportunities for careful colour separation, metallic highlighting and detailed assembly
• Suitable for display alongside compatible 1/12 scale racing motorcycle accessories, paddock equipment and display stands, available separately
• Particularly appealing to enthusiasts of Suzuki racing heritage, Kenny Roberts Jr., 500cc Grand Prix racing and two-stroke motorcycle engineering
• A striking addition to any collection of Tamiya motorcycle models, classic Grand Prix race bikes and historic motorsport machines
• Brand: Tamiya
• Kit Number: 14081
• Scale: 1/12
• Subject: Suzuki RGV500 (XR89)
• Racing Season: 1999
• Category: 500cc Grand Prix Racing Motorcycle Plastic Model Kit
• Engine Type: Two-Stroke V4
• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Glue and paint not included
• Recommended for modellers aged 14+
