Italeri - 1:9 Suzuki RG 500 XR27 Heron 1978

Italeri Suzuki RG 500 XR27 — Heron Team 1978 — Barry Sheene — 1:9 Scale Model Kit

The Suzuki RG 500 XR27 combines classic two-stroke Grand Prix technology with the unmistakable red and yellow Heron Team 1978 racing livery associated with Barry Sheene.

Italeri recreates this iconic racing machine in an impressive 1:9 scale, featuring detailed bodywork, frame, engine, exhaust system, wheels, racing tires, and competition markings.

The result is a rewarding project for motorcycle collectors and enthusiasts of classic Grand Prix racing.

The Suzuki RG 500 XR27

The Suzuki RG 500 XR27 represents the era of lightweight, high-performance two-stroke Grand Prix motorcycles.

Its compact racing frame, aerodynamic fairing, exposed mechanical components, and distinctive proportions give it the unmistakable appearance of a classic competition machine.

The model features the Heron Team 1978 decoration, including Suzuki markings and the iconic racing number 7 associated with Barry Sheene.

It is a racing motorcycle that looks fast even when standing still.

A Classic Racing Motorcycle in 1:9 Scale

The 1:9 scale provides an impressive display presence while leaving plenty of room for detailed assembly and finishing.

The exterior features:

- Detailed Suzuki RG 500 XR27 racing motorcycle

- Classic Grand Prix styling

- Detailed aerodynamic fairing

- Detailed fuel tank and bodywork

- Detailed racing frame

- Detailed engine and mechanical components

- Detailed exhaust system

- Detailed front and rear wheels

- Racing-style tires

- Heron Team 1978 decoration

- Barry Sheene racing number 7

- Red, yellow, black, and silver color scheme

Heron Team 1978 Racing Livery

One of the defining features of this edition is its striking red and yellow racing decoration.

The livery features Suzuki branding, the racing number 7, and the distinctive Heron Team identity associated with Barry Sheene.

The combination of period-inspired graphics and classic Grand Prix styling gives the completed model a strong motorsport presence.

Some racing liveries are decorative.

This one is part of the motorcycle’s identity.

Detailed Bodywork and Frame

The aerodynamic fairing, fuel tank, side panels, and rear racing section create the distinctive silhouette of the RG 500 XR27.

The kit also includes a detailed racing frame, providing the structural foundation for the engine, suspension, fuel tank, and bodywork.

Careful assembly and painting can bring out the mechanical character of the motorcycle while maintaining its streamlined racing appearance.

Detailed Engine and Mechanical Components

The RG 500 XR27 represents an era when lightweight construction, high-revving engines, and racing-focused engineering defined Grand Prix motorcycles.

The kit includes detailed engine and mechanical components, allowing modelers to reproduce the technical appearance of the original racing machine.

The detailed engine, frame, and exhaust system provide plenty of opportunities for careful painting and finishing.

A racing motorcycle's fairing tells you where it is going.

The engine tells you how quickly it gets there.

Detailed Wheels and Racing Tires

The kit features detailed front and rear wheels with racing-style tires, adding to the authentic competition character of the finished motorcycle.

At 1:9 scale, the wheel assemblies and surrounding mechanical details become an important part of the display.

Careful finishing of the wheels, tires, and suspension can further enhance the realism of the completed model.

The Barry Sheene Connection

This edition represents the Heron Team 1978 Barry Sheene version, connecting the Suzuki RG 500 XR27 with one of the most recognizable riders of classic Grand Prix racing.

The distinctive number 7 and Heron Team decoration give the model a particularly strong period-racing identity.

For collectors, the combination of Suzuki engineering, classic Grand Prix styling, and Barry Sheene's racing identity makes this a standout subject from the era.

A Display Piece for Motorcycle Enthusiasts

The Italeri Suzuki RG 500 XR27 is an excellent project for collectors of classic motorcycles, Grand Prix racing enthusiasts, and modelers who enjoy detailed two-wheeled subjects.

Its 1:9 scale, detailed mechanical components, and distinctive Heron Team 1978 decoration make it a substantial addition to a motorsport collection.

The red and yellow livery provides an especially striking display, while the detailed engine, frame, wheels, and bodywork add plenty of visual interest.

Kit Features

- Italeri Suzuki RG 500 XR27 model kit

- 1:9 scale

- Kit No. 4644

- Heron Team 1978 edition

- Barry Sheene racing decoration

- Classic Grand Prix motorcycle design

- Detailed racing fairing

- Detailed fuel tank and bodywork

- Detailed racing frame

- Detailed engine components

- Detailed exhaust system

- Detailed wheels

- Racing-style tires

- Detailed suspension and mechanical components

- Racing number 7

- Suzuki racing markings

- Red, yellow, black, and silver color scheme

- Ideal for motorcycle collectors and model enthusiasts

The Italeri Suzuki RG 500 XR27 captures the character of a classic Grand Prix racing motorcycle, combining Suzuki's racing heritage with the bold visual identity of the Heron Team 1978 era.

With its detailed construction, iconic livery, and Barry Sheene racing connection, it brings a distinctive piece of motorcycle racing history to the workbench.

The Suzuki RG 500 XR27 was built to attack the racetrack.

This miniature version was built to attack your workbench.

Assembly, paint, and cement are required and sold separately.