Honda NSR500 '84 - 1/12

Honda NSR500 '84

1/12 scale plastic model kit of the Honda NSR500 '84

About the model:
- 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit
- Length: 166 mm
- Width: 52 mm
- Model depicts the early version of the NSR500 which won the 1984 Italian GP
- The uniquely positioned expansion chambers are faithfully reproduced
- The aluminum frame and fuel tank are also realistically rendered
- Vinyl tubing included to depict fuel pipes and wirings
- Cowling, chamber cover and seat parts are attached using fine screws
- Authentic rear suspension utilizes a metal coil spring
- Comes with a racing stand to display the model
- The kit includes decals to depict the bike's markings, in addition to masking seals to aid with painting

During the 1983 World Grand Prix season, Honda took the championship with the NS500 but it was clear that the power from the 2-stroke V3 engine would be insufficient for the next season. This led Honda to create the NSR500, which was powered by a more powerful V4 engine. It also featured a unique aluminum frame to house the engine and a radical layout in which the expansion chambers and the fuel tank were positioned above and below the engine respectively. The 1984 season was challenging but the following season saw the NSR500 demonstrate its excellent performance to win the championship.