Tamiya 16042 1/6 Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Africa Twin: Like No Other

During the late 1980s, Honda's NXR750 ruled the roost in the motorcycle section of the grueling Dakar Rally. Eager to share their success with the public, in 1988 Honda released a replica production model of the bike, named the XRV650. It was the first model given the now-legendary Africa Twin name, and its popularity across the world helped the expansion of the adventure-touring bike genre. While the Africa Twin name was to step back from the limelight for a period as sales halted early in the 2000s, it was never forgotten by afficionados of the genre, and when the it name was revived in 2015 in the form of the CRF1000L, it was cause for celebration. A semi-double cradle frame houses its 998cc, 92hp liquid-cooled 4-stroke parallel twin engine (Japan spec.), with a rugged off-road look provided by the capacious 18-liter fuel tank (Japan spec.) and twin headlights, plus 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels. A 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission model is included in the varied model range. Technology such as a 'G' switch to aid clutch control, Honda Selectable Torque Control system and more are at the rider's disposal. The CRF1000L Africa Twin is a versatile motorcycle ready to take its rider anywhere, be that in an urban environment or the more rugged challenges presented by the great outdoors.

This large-scale motorcycle series model depicts the CRF1000L Africa Twin, Honda's modern adventure touring motorcycle inspired by their legendary 4-time Paris-Dakar champion off-road bike. The CRF1000L was released in 2015 and boasts a 998cc parallel-twin engine with a reported 92hp, plus an array of technology such as dual clutch transmission, selectable torque control for slippery surfaces, and ABS brakes. This assembly kit captures the bikes most minute detail in every way. It is sure to wow the most discerning model enthusiast at this very large scale!

Features

• 1/6 scale plastic model assembly kit.
• The sporty form of the bike is recreated with breathtaking accuracy. Numerous metal screws and shafts are used in the assembly process for a realistic and durable end result.
• The dual headlight is depicted by a combination of clear and metal-plated parts.
• Separate parts are included to depict foot pedal (optional) and center stand.
• Front fork utilizes metal inner and outer tubes, with internal spring for realistic suspension stroke. The rear damper has a metal shaft and has a pre-painted red spring.
• The drive-chain is depicted by two halves which sandwich together and recreate individual links.
• 4 separate parts are used to recreate the complex wheel spoke pattern. Solid synthetic rubber tire parts are included.
• 1/6 scale assembly chain set is available separately.