No. 8514

RoboRiders

Power

Power is a nostalgic RoboRiders set that brings back memories of early 2000s LEGO themes.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Jun 2000 to Mar 2001

Before you buy

Who it's for
Beginner build Perfect for younger LEGO fans and collectors of vintage themes.
Build
32 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost
Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability
Likely retired
★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating from 36 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's retro appeal and functional pull-back motor, but some find the build too simple for the current price. The unique RoboRiders theme is a major draw for collectors.

📝 Our Take

Power is a nostalgic RoboRiders set that brings back memories of early 2000s LEGO themes. The set features a unique pull-back motor mechanism, allowing the model to propel forward, adding a play feature not commonly found in modern sets. Its distinctive design and color scheme make it a standout piece for collectors of Technic and RoboRiders.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who appreciate vintage themes and simple yet functional builds. The building experience is straightforward and quick, making it accessible for younger builders while still offering a nostalgic appeal for older fans. Its small size makes it easy to display and collect.

Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or highly detailed models. Modern Technic sets like the LEGO Technic Monster Jam Monster Mutt Dalmatian (42150-1) offer a more intricate building experience and advanced features, or consider other RoboRider sets for more variety.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩
32
Pieces
⏱
1h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and quick build
  • Features a pull-back motor for propulsion
  • Unique color scheme and design
  • Easy to display and collect

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other small Technic sets, the Power set stands out due to its unique RoboRiders theme and pull-back motor function. While sets like LEGO Technic Monster Jam Grave Digger (42118-1) offer more complex building experiences and play features, the Power set provides a nostalgic and simple alternative. Collectors interested in vintage LEGO themes may prefer the Power set for its rarity and distinctive design.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
32
Parts cataloged in this inventory
23 unique parts, 31 pieces

LEGO counts 32 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 31; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

The set includes a unique printed Technic block and several useful Technic connectors, making it a decent source for specific RoboRiders-themed MOCs.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Yellow Technic Block 3 x 5 x 1 2/3 with RoboRider Power Print (1x)
Trans-Neon Orange Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] (2x)
Black Technic Axle Connector Block 3 x 6 with 6 Axleholes (2x)
Yellow Large Figure Skeletal, Limb, Angular, 2 x 7 with 2 Ball Joints (2x)

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Small futuristic vehicles or racers
🤖 Combine with other RoboRiders sets to create larger robots
🌳 Mechanical creatures or insects

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Building Instructions

1 booklet, as PDF

  1. 01 BUILDING INSTRUCTION FOR 8514 Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

23 Unique Parts

32 Official Piece Count

31 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

0 Minifigures

LEGO counts 32 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 31; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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