YZR-M1
In 2005, Yamaha celebrated its 50th anniversary and was determined to
excel in MotoGP. Going into their 4th year of MotoGP, the YZR-M1 was
improved for the 2005 season. The improved features included a 4-stroke
inline 4-cylinder 990cc engine that increase top speed and fuel
efficiency better than the previous five valve configuration. The bike
layout was made more compact by shortening and repositioning the clutch
as well as repositioning a centrally-mount cam-driven gear. The fuel
tank was modified to have a lower center of gravity and the rear shock
attached to the crankcase to provide better handling and stability. The
2005 Yamaha YZR-M1 was hailed a great race bike after the landslide win
at the 2005 MotoGP World Championships. Driven by Valentino Rossi, the
Yamaha YZR-M1 claimed the world title with a 147-point margin over
Marco Melandri from Honda Racing. The world famous YZE-M1 is now
replicated as a 1/12 scale model.
Specs & Features
Reproduced to an amazing level of detail.
The synthetic rubber tires provide the model with a more authentic look
and feel.
Markings for both Valentino Rossi and Colin Edwards machines are
included. |
