Aoshima 00340 Naked Bike No.114 CHP San Francisco PD Cowling Type (1/12)

The plastic model kit Aoshima 00340 Naked Bike No.114 CHP San Francisco PD Cowling Type is a unique offering for modeling enthusiasts and fans of American automotive history. This precisely scaled 1/12 model depicts a motorcycle used by the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) traffic division, specifically the California Highway Patrol (CHP) unit.

In the 1970s and 1980s, police motorcycles became an iconic element of American streets, and CHP was among the first units to use specially modified machines for road patrol and quick response to traffic incidents. This model captures the details of the version with its characteristic cowling and police equipment, as used by officers during the Cold War era and the late 20th century. Such motorcycles were a common sight on California highways during numerous patrol actions and interventions in cities like San Francisco.

• Scale: 1/12 – perfectly reproduced proportions, suitable for display in classic automotive model collections.
• Country of use: United States, distributed for the needs of California's police units—especially SFPD and CHP.
• Material: high-quality plastic, ensuring detailed parts and good adhesion for modeling paints.
• The set does not include glue or paints – additional modeling accessories are required to complete the model.
• The model includes realistic chrome and transparent parts, faithfully representing police equipment, lights, signals, and cockpit.

Category: plastic motorcycle model kit – a faithfully reproduced vehicle under the Aoshima license, renowned for high detail quality.

This product is recommended for both American automotive enthusiasts and collectors of police vehicles. Thanks to its sturdy construction and wealth of details, model assembly will be satisfying for both intermediate and advanced modelers. The 1/12 scale allows for meticulous reproduction of paint schemes and equipment details, while the final effect, when finished with the proper techniques, is outstanding.

Assembly difficulty: 3/5 (intermediate). The model is recommended for those with experience in assembling vehicles; however, thanks to the intuitive instructions, less experienced modelers can also manage its assembly.