Overview
The Tamiya 1/12 Honda RS1000 Endurance Racer Motorcycle (Item 14014) recreates Honda's legendary 8-hour endurance racing machine that dominated long-distance motorcycle racing in the early 1980s. The RS1000 was specifically developed for grueling endurance events like the Suzuka 8 Hours, featuring a race-tuned inline-four engine and full fairing designed for sustained high-speed performance.
This detailed kit captures the purposeful endurance racing specification with its distinctive full fairing, quick-release fuel system, and race-spec components that made Honda a dominant force in endurance racing. The 1/12 scale allows for exceptional reproduction of the mechanical and aerodynamic details.
Key Features
- 1/12 scale plastic assembly model kit
- Full endurance racing fairing
- Detailed inline-four racing engine
- Race-specification suspension
- Quick-release fuel system details
- Chrome-plated exhaust system
- Rubber racing slick tires
- Authentic racing decals
Performance Benefits
- Authentic endurance racing machine
- Large scale for impressive detail
- Educational motorsport history
- Display-quality finish potential
- Honda racing heritage representation
Usage Notes
Plastic model kit requiring assembly with model cement and finishing with model paints (sold separately). Recommended for experienced modelers ages 14+. The full fairing and racing details provide excellent finishing opportunities.
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/12
- Type: Plastic assembly model kit
- Subject: Honda RS1000 Endurance Racer
- Racing Type: 8-hour endurance specification
- Item Number: 14014
What's Included
- Complete plastic parts for RS1000
- Full racing fairing
- Chrome-plated parts
- Rubber tires
- Racing decal sheet
- Instruction manual
Summary
The Tamiya 1/12 Honda RS1000 Endurance Racer captures Honda's endurance racing dominance. A must-have for fans of motorcycle racing history and Japanese sportbike heritage.
