Tamiya 14135 1/12 Yamaha XV1600 Roadstar Custom - Detailed Cruiser Model Kit  [14135]

What the 1/12 Yamaha XV1600 Road Star Custom Kit Offers

The Yamaha XV1600 Road Star debuted in 1999 and is known for its substantial 1,600cc presence and flowing cruiser silhouette. Its straightforward mechanical layout and popularity with custom shops made it a natural subject for scale reproduction. Tamiya's 1/12 kit recreates those traits in a compact format suitable for display and hands-on building.

Key styling cues and build feel

The model reflects the Road Star's main features, including the telescopic front fork and concealed rear damper that produce a classic rigid impression. Parts are sculpted to show engine detail and frame lines, letting modellers highlight the bike's muscular profile or tweak small elements for a unique finish.

Colouring and showing your build

Tamiya lists compatible paints such as TS-14 Black and TS-37 Lavender for spray finishes, plus lacquer choices like LP-5 Semi gloss black for a different sheen. Good paint prep and controlled layers will make the plastic look more like metal. Finished kits display well in enclosed cases that block dust and light.