T14099 Tamiya 1/12 Honda NSR500 Factory Colour

This is the 1/12 Scale Honda NSR500 from the Tamiya Motorcycle Series range of model kits. Suitable for Ages 14 & Up

Description

Although now featuring 990cc 4-stroke engine bikes, prior to 2002 the top class of the World Motorcycle Grand Prix was the GP500, featuring bikes restricted to 500cc engines capable of producing a maximum 150hp. In the 1980's Honda and Yamaha dominated the GP500, with Honda racing their legendary NSR 500. Honda's 2-stroke V4 engine loaded NSR 500 made her first appearance in the GP500 in 1984. After a disappointing debut season the NSR 500 lived up to all expectations in 1985, with former world champion Freddie Spencer taking out his second world title. In 1986, whilst the NSR 500 was in the capable hands of Wayne Gardner in the GP500 class, in Japan it flew the famous Honda racing team colors in the domestic All Japan Road Race Championship. Burdening high expectations for instant success, by round 3 champion Honda rider Keiji Kinoshita and the NSR 500 had already formed a formidable combination. Drawing out the full potential of the powerful 2-stroke 499cc V4 engine, the Kinoshita-NSR 500 combination clock d the fastest time in qualifying to go on and win Honda's first race of the season. Taking out a second consecutive win in round 4, Kinoshita had already climbed to the top in the riders championship. Holding the lead for the rest of the season, Kinoshita took out his first title in 5 years and Honda their first ever domestic title in the 500cc class. Improving with every season, the legendary NSR 500 continued to be used at the top racing level until the arrival of the revolutionary 4-stroke 990cc RC211 V in 2002.

The Model Kit

Making its debut at the 1986 All Japan Road Race Championship, was the Honda NSR500 which featured a vivid livery and was ridden by the championship winning rider Keiji Kinoshita. The NSR500 now comes precisely reproduced as a plastic assembly model kit. The mechanical splendor of the bike including its water-cooled, 4-cylinder, 2-stroke engine, as well as the exhaust cambers, carburetors, and radiator have been faithfully rendered. A metal coil spring is used to mimic the movement of the NSR's unique rear suspension. Transparent and white cowling parts are included in the kit, and the former allows you to view the NSR's exquisite internal mechanisms even after assembly. High quality decals to depict the livery of the Honda NSR500 are also included.

Key Features and Specs

1/12 scale plastic assembly model kit
Size: 165mm Length x mm Width x mm Height
Detailed Static Display Model
Finely Detailed Engine, with fuel, brake and spark plug lines
Removable seat and cowling to display frame and engine details
Bike Stand
Synthetic Rubber Slick Racing tires
Metal Screws
Steering front forks
Spring suspension
High Quality Cartograf Decals for Rossi and Abi (Non Cigarette Markings)
Illustrated Assembly Guide
Age Suitability: 14+

Safety Notice: Warning! This product is not suitable for children under 36 months, it contains small parts with sharp edges which can present a choking hazard.

Model: T14099
Shipping Weight: 0.8kgs
Manufactured by: Tamiya