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. |
![]() ★The model finished in the stylish Victory Red color scheme. (Click here for a different angle.) |
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![]() ★Includes parts to recreate the optional center stand. A clear display stand is also boxed in the kit. |
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![]() ★Features a beautiful recreation of the 998cc 4-stroke parallel twin. Parts are included to recreate DCT pedal. |
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★Tamiya Color paints for finishing the 1/6 Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin |
Tamiya Color | Spray Color (Item No.) |
Tamiya Color |
Spray Color (Item No.) |
TS-8 Italian red *1 | 85008 |
TS-42 Light gun metal | 85042 |
TS-14 Black | 85014 |
TS-45 Pearl white *2 | 85045 |
TS-17 Gloss aluminum | 85017 |
TS-48 Gunship grey | 85048 |
TS-21 Gold | 85021 |
TS-63 NATO black | 85063 |
TS-27 Matt white | 85027 |
TS-80 Flat clear | 85080 |
TS-29 Semi gloss black | 85029 |
TS-83 Metallic silver | 85083 |
TS-30 Silver leaf | 85030 |
TS-87 Titanium gold | 85087 |
TS-38 Gun metal | 85038 |
TS-89 Pearl blue | 85089 |
TS-40 Metallic black | 85040 |
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*1: When depicting Victory Red color scheme. *2: When depicting Pearl Glare White (Tricolor) color scheme. |
Tamiya Color | Acrylic Colors (Item No.) |
Enamel Colors (Item No.) |
Tamiya Color | Acrylic Colors (Item No.) |
Enamel Colors (Item No.) |
X-1 Black | 81501 |
80001 | X-33 Bronze | 81533 |
80033 |
X-2 White | 81502 |
80002 | X-34 Metallic brown | 81534 |
80034 |
X-6 Orange | 81506 |
80006 | XF-1 Flat black | 81701 |
80301 |
X-7 Red | 81507 |
80007 | XF-2 Flat white | 81702 |
80302 |
X-10 Gun metal | 81510 |
80010 | XF-7 Flat red | 81707 |
80307 |
X-11 Chrome silver | 81511 |
80011 | XF-8 Flat blue | 81708 |
80308 |
X-18 Semi gloss black | 81518 |
80018 | XF-16 Flat aluminum | 81716 |
80316 |
X-23 Clear blue | 81523 |
80023 | XF-20 Medium grey | 81720 |
80320 |
X-31 Titanium gold | 81531 |
80031 | XF-56 Metallic grey | 81756 |
80356 |
X-32 Titanium silver | 81532 |
80032 | XF-85 Rubber black | 81785 |
80385 |
★Items recommended when constructing this kit Item 87038 Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement (40ml) Item 87062 Tamiya CA Cement (Quick Type) Item 87078 Tamiya Craft Bond Item 87061 Tamiya Metal Primer |
★Assembly Chain Set for 1/6 Scale Motorcycle |
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Detail-Up Parts Series Item 12674 (sold separately) ★This kit creates a movable motorcycle chain that can be used to replace solid resin kit parts. ★Individual resin link plates are assembled with metal components for a realistic finish. ★Installing this allows movement of the rear wheel and chain in unison. ★A handy jig is included to assist the assembly process. Click here to visit the item page! |