Hasegawa 21752 Yamaha YZR500 (0W98) “Sonauto Yamaha 1988” 1/12 – Plastic Model Kit

The Hasegawa 21752 Yamaha YZR500 (0W98) “Sonauto Yamaha 1988” motorcycle model is a high-quality plastic model kit in the popular 1/12 scale, intended for motorsport enthusiasts and racing model collectors. The kit is produced by the renowned company Hasegawa and faithfully replicates the legendary Yamaha YZR500 racing motorcycle in the livery of the French Sonauto team from the 1988 season.

• Scale: 1/12 – an excellent compromise between detail and size, perfect for display on a shelf or in a diorama.
• Product category: plastic model kit (model kit – plastic model).
• Country of use: Japan (motorcycle manufacturer: Yamaha); the Sonauto Yamaha team fielded the motorcycle in the national colors of France in the Grand Prix.
• Historical period: modern era, late 1980s – motorcycle used in Grand Prix motorcycle racing during the 1988 season.
• Material: high-quality plastic, with very precisely reproduced details of the body, engine, and exhaust system.
• Extras: the kit includes decals with realistic markings of the 1988 Sonauto team. The set does not include glue or paints, allowing you to choose your own painting accessories.

Historical description: The Yamaha YZR500 (0W98) played a key role in the 500cc racing class rivalry. The motorcycle competed in the prestigious Grand Prix events on tracks around the world. The Sonauto Yamaha 1988 version commemorates the distinctive livery of the French team supported by racing legend Christian Sarron. This particular model became renowned for its reliability, outstanding performance of the two-stroke engine, and highly advanced chassis technology.

Assembly difficulty: 3/5. The model is recommended for intermediate modelers and fans of racing motorcycles. The kit offers excellent detailing, allows for a realistic presentation, and the high-quality decals enable an impressive final finish.

Why is it worth it? If you are a fan of motorcycle racing history or a collector of 1/12 scale models, the Hasegawa 21752 Yamaha YZR500 (0W98) "Sonauto Yamaha 1988" is a must-have addition to your collection. The model provides satisfaction in assembly thanks to the high precision of its parts and the realistic rendition of the historic Grand Prix motorcycle’s details.