Italeri 4641 B.M.W. R80 G/S 1000 Paris Dakar 1985 1/9

Italeri 4641 B.M.W. R80 G/S 1000 Paris Dakar 1985 1/9 is a high-class plastic model kit, replicating one of the most iconic off-road motorcycles in motorsport history. This model is dedicated to the most demanding motorcycle modeling enthusiasts, as well as collectors and fans of the famous Paris-Dakar Rally.

• Scale: 1/9 – a highly detailed model, allowing precise reproduction of the BMW R80 G/S 1000’s construction details.
• Category: Plastic model kit to assemble
• Manufacturer: Italeri
• Glue and paints: not included – need to be purchased separately.
• Country of use: Germany – the motorcycle was designed and manufactured by the German brand BMW.
• Historical period: Modern times – the model represents the motorcycle as configured for the legendary 1985 edition of the Paris Dakar rally.
• Material: high-quality plastic, with frame and detail elements crafted with the precision typical of Italeri models.
• Model length after assembly: approx. 25 cm.
• Set contents: plastic parts for assembly, clear assembly instructions, and a decal sheet with rally participant markings.

Historical description and application of the BMW R80 G/S 1000

The B.M.W. R80 G/S 1000 is a motorcycle that has firmly inscribed itself in automotive history thanks to its tremendous successes in the Paris-Dakar Rally. This motorcycle entered rally competition in the early 1980s, achieving its greatest triumphs in the mid-80s. The 1985 version was one of the most important BMW rally vehicles – renowned for reliability and exceptional durability in African conditions, and it won one of the toughest editions of the Dakar Rally. The rally covered a distance of over 12,000 kilometers across Europe and Africa, demanding the highest levels of skill and endurance from both the machine and its rider.

Who do we recommend this model for?

The Italeri 4641 B.M.W. R80 G/S 1000 Paris Dakar 1985 1/9 model is especially recommended for:

• advanced modelers who appreciate large 1/9 scale motorcycle models,
• enthusiasts of off-road rally history and BMW vehicles,
• collectors of legendary rally machines and exhibitors of model displays.

Build difficulty level: 4/5 – the model requires precision, experience, and patience, especially when assembling small construction parts and applying decals. The final result will satisfy even the most demanding modelers!