Tamiya 14044 - 1/12 Yamaha Virago XV1000  [14044]

There are numerous long straight stretches of good, high speed roadways in the usa, and to settle-back easily, with base resting on ahead pedals and sitting on a really relaxing seat, produced these alterations. The Yamaha company of Japan established fact for quality bikes around the world, and also they have been making bikes for certain areas for many years.

The Yamaha XS650 Special released in 1978 had the US appearance, and since that time the corporation has marketed bikes with comparable styling. The XV1000 Virago could be the latest, large bore, usa styled bike and certain to recognition. Its front part wheel caster angle of 32 levels provides a lengthy wheel base of 1525mm, making its right running ability superb. The wide, pull right back kind of handlebars and ahead put base rests, enable the driver to remain up like he had been on a horse.

An unusual searching, free pillow seat is nearly like sitting on a settee, also it's placed at a height of only 715mm. The 70hp 981cc twin cylinder is within the "V" format and transmits its power via a specific drive shaft for calm, free of maintenance procedure. The bicycle includes much chrome and plenty of gold plating, however it is done such a way your bicycle doesn't look gaudy. It is a deluxe and comfortable riding bike, designed for the American bike lover, but certain become well gotten through world. The Virago appears to have the tailor made complete and particular 60's styling that characterizes the actual "Chopper" of America.