This model marks the return of a true motorsport legend: the Yamaha YZR500 from the 1978 World Championship season , with which Kenny Roberts won his first 500cc World Championship title. Kyosho brings this icon back as a 1:8 scale electric R/C hang-on racer , combining historical authenticity with modern RC technology.

The Hang-On Racer series has been known for decades for its unique handling. Thanks to the SDSS (Semi-Direct Steering System) , the motorcycle is completely self-supporting and enables extremely realistic lean angles and stable cornering – significantly superior to conventional RC motorcycles.

For this model, an original 1978 motorcycle was measured in detail and reproduced using a 3D scan. The result is an exceptionally realistic appearance down to the smallest detail. The newly developed upright front fork corresponds exactly to the original and improves both the look and the handling.

The movable driver with 13 articulation points is directly coupled to the steering and shifts his weight synchronously – for an impressively realistic driving experience, just like the original.

Highlights & Features

• Replica of the 1978 500cc world championship machine
• Highly detailed bodywork based on 3D scans of the original.
• SDSS suspension system for stable driving at full lean angle
• Articulated rider with 13 joints for realistic hanging-off
• Upright front fork like on the original motorcycle
• Chain drive with mini chain and sprocket
• Realistically replicated brake discs and brake calipers
• Stable twin-tube main frame for optimal weight distribution
• Low-mounted battery for extra low center of gravity
• Rear wheel monoshock with asymmetrical swingarm
• Metal sprocket as standard for high durability
• Optionally mountable crash bars for protection and launch assistance
• Including Le Mans DM20 electric motor

Scope of delivery

• Unassembled 1:8 scale electric R/C motorcycle kit
• Pre-fabricated body shell with paint and decals
• Rider figure in 1978 Yamaha design
• Le Mans DM20 engine
• Several metal pinions

Required accessories (not included)

• Special Hang-On-Racer steering servo
• Speed controller
• Recipient
• Battery (7.2V Stick Pack recommended)
• charger