🏍️ Relive the legend of Kenny Roberts with the Kyosho Hanging On Racer 1978 Yamaha YZR500 🏍️. This 1/8 scale kit recreates the 500cc world champion motorcycle, the first in the historic "King Kenny" series. Featuring the S.D.S.S. (Semi-Direct Steering System), realistic front suspension, and an articulated rider, this model offers spectacular cornering with full lean angle. With its precise frame, chain, rear monoshock, and Le Mans DM20 engine, this kit combines sporting heritage and modern RC technology.
🏍️ The 1/8 Moto Yamaha YZR500 1978 🏍️ replicates Kenny Roberts' world championship machine. With S .D.S.S. system , articulated rider, and Le Mans DM20 engine , it combines realism, stability, and thrills.
- Scale: 1/8
- Length: 270 mm
- Width: 98 mm
- Height: 190 mm
- Wheelbase: 185 mm
- Tires (front/rear): Ø78 × 18 mm / Ø86 × 23 mm
- Weight: approx. 750 g
- Transmission: chain with metal sprockets
- Front suspension: straight fork, true to life
- Rear suspension: monoshock with asymmetrical swing arm
- Servo: compatible with specific servo (32 × 16 × 31.5 mm max)
- Motor: Le Mans DM20 included
- Reduction ratio: 13.80:1 – 19.30:1
- Hang-On chassis Racer 1978 YZR500 to assemble
- Detailed bodywork with 1978 Yamaha Works livery
- Articulated " Kenny Roberts " rider figure
- 3 metal sprockets (10T, 12T, 14T)
- Le Mans DM20 engine
- 2-channel radio
- 1 steering servo ( GPW20 recommended)
- ESC ( GPW17 recommended)
- 7.2V 1600 mAh Ni-MH battery
- Charger + adapter
- Batteries for transmitter
- Paint (depending on desired customization)
This kit is designed for motorcycle GP fans and RC enthusiasts who want to combine extreme realism with spectacular driving. With its rider leaning into corners and suspension faithful to the real machine, it will appeal to collectors and drivers alike who are looking for a unique experience.
