LEGO Technic Robo Riders 'Onyx' #8512 canisters

The LEGO Technic Robo Riders were released in 2000 as part of LEGO's Technic line, featuring buildable robot figures with unique functions. These sets came packaged in distinctive canisters that could be reused for storage after building the model. The Onyx model (#8512) was one of several characters in this futuristic robot racing theme. Complete Robo Riders sets are highly valued by LEGO enthusiasts and collectors of early 2000s LEGO Technic sets. The Robo Riders line represents an important transition period in LEGO's history, bridging the gap between traditional Technic sets and what would later evolve into the highly successful Bionicle franchise. Complete sets with all original pieces maintain significant appeal in the collector market for their historical significance in LEGO's product evolution.