Aoshima 06478 - 1/12 Kawasaki KZ400M Z400GP '82 The Bike Model Kit - Vintage Zed Replica  [AO-06478]

Recreating the Z400GP: Aoshima Attention to Detail

The Kawasaki KZ400M Z400GP '82 represents an important step in 80s bike styling. Aoshima's 06478 kit reproduces that shape at 1/12 scale, offering a faithful miniature for model enthusiasts who value period accuracy.

Component Quality and Assembly Notes

Parts are cast to show engine and chassis detail, and the assembly rewards careful preparation. Builders should plan for trimming, test-fitting and patient painting to bring out the kit's sharp lines. The exhaust and frame parts are notable for their fit and realism.

Showcase Piece for Shelves and Cabinets

Once built, the model makes a compact showcase of Kawasaki design from the era. It works nicely alongside other period motorcycles and can serve as a hands-on example of how motorcycle design evolved through the early 1980s.