Honda RS1000 Endurance RacerFrom their endurance racing debut in 1976 until 1980 Honda received excellent service from the dominant RCB1000, but in 1980 it was decided to switch to the RS1000. As a base, it used the CB900F. The RS1000 utilized an air-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 4-cylinder powerplant that in its 999cc 1981 spec offered 130hp. In 1980 the bike showed what it was made of, taking a glorious championship, and while it failed to repeat in 1981 it demonstrated there was still plenty of gas in the tank by taking the 8 Hour race in Suzuka, Japan, and coming in second in the overall rankings on the season.
About the Model1/12 scale finished plastic display model of the No.2 1981 Honda RS1000, with full cowling. Length: 180mm, width: 44mm, height: 115mm. This finished model has improvements over the assembly kit, such as cowl screen, mesh pipe to depict braided hose, additional breather pipe and front brake cabling, bands bundling cables, fuel tank shape alterations and new headlight position. The result is a highly accurate depiction of the bike. Marvel at the detailed paint job on the engine, plus fine work on the drive sprockets and chains, as well as gradation on the exhaust pipes. Metallic stickers are used for a realistic finish on the front fork. A racing stand is included.
