Brand new 1/9 scale plastic model kit of Suzuki RG 500 XR27 Motorcycle #7 Barry Sheene “Heron Team” (1978) (Skill 5) 1/9 plastic model kit by Italeri. Chrome plated small parts. Screws, springs and rubber tubes. Paint and cement required (not included). Dimensions approximately L-8.5 inches assembled. Parts molded in COLOR, unless otherwise indicated. “Chrome” trim detail can be striped on with silver paint. The Suzuki RG 500 is considered to be an icon of two-wheel racing motorcycles of the 1970s. With this bike Suzuki participated in the world championships in the 500 class, achieving an incredible series of consecutive victories that led to it retaining the “constructors” title for several years. One of the architects of this successful period was the British rider Barry Sheene, who also won the “pilots” title for two consecutive years, in 1976 and 1977. In addition to international competitions, the Suzuki RG 500 was particularly appreciated by private riders who raced it in both international competitions and in minor leagues.