KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-12R - Tamiya 1/12

Mr. Jekyll

08-18-2011, 01:32 PM

I build a new model...:)

It's a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12 from Tamiya. These are the sets I'm gonna use to build one (a kit, HD's chainset, CM's PE set):
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_3741.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/foty022.jpg

I started with engine. Removed all plastic screw/nut heads - I'll replace them on T2M's.Painted with Gunze surfacer:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_3740.jpg

Rebuilt swingarm. I filled it with stipes made from polystyrene sheet. Cut off suspension linkage:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/foty011.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/foty016.jpg

I also made holes (using halfround file) for a chain tensioner:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/foty019-1.jpg

A little upgraded clutch cover and filled with Magic Sculp putty air ducts:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/foty006-1a.jpg

Now I'm working on engine paintwork and frame assembly... More updates soon :)

Hiroboy

08-24-2011, 06:04 PM

Nice start :)

Mr. Jekyll

09-30-2011, 11:33 AM

John18d

10-01-2011, 07:20 AM

Mr. Jekyll - how did you do the chain sprocket set?? and what did you use?? what is "magic sculpt" who makes it - looking very good so far - Thanks - John

Mr. Jekyll

10-29-2011, 05:59 AM

Mr. Jekyll

11-05-2011, 01:46 PM

Painted cowlings. Now I have to paint with clear (2K).
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_0967.jpg

Mr. Jekyll

12-28-2011, 04:28 AM

I've build a new rear shock:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1005.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1007.jpg

I prepared the frame and fender to cover with base and black finally. Also made a license plate holder:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1013.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1011.jpg

John18d

12-28-2011, 09:10 AM

Very clean work on the shock - did you do it all by hand or was there machining tools involved?? like a lathe-mill? All in all this build is really fantastic - John

Mr. Jekyll

12-28-2011, 10:56 AM

Thanks!

...or was there machining tools involved?? like a lathe-mill?...

Yes, I use a micro lathe mainly for aluminium parts. I also use plastic round profiles in various diameters.

Mr. Jekyll

01-17-2012, 12:30 PM

I finished fuel tank and the cover. Added some CF and screws from T2M:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1025.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1027.jpg

Finished chain set. I washed it little with Tamiya's smoke/black enamel:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1029.jpg

Completed frame...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1034.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1035.jpg
... with a ignition module - I made it by myself, there was no with the kit:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1031.jpg

gambit81

02-26-2012, 01:59 PM

This looks fantastic!

Great work so far

MidMazar

02-26-2012, 07:24 PM

Wow. Does the zx12r decals on the side cowlings come with the kit? Great progress, keep us posted!!

SandroSilva

02-27-2012, 04:06 PM

This looks fantastic! Congratulations :bigthumb:

Sandro

Mr. Jekyll

06-04-2012, 04:28 AM

John18d

06-04-2012, 03:01 PM

Jekyll - nice attention to detail on the engine with the use of the T2M bolts - also the chain looks pretty good - what color gold did you use and does it have a wash on it? - thanks - John

chaos

06-05-2012, 06:06 PM

Wow it's coming along very nicely. May I ask what size T2M bolts you're using?

Mr. Jekyll

06-09-2012, 01:11 AM

(...) what color gold did you use and does it have a wash on it? - thanks - John

I used Alclad's Pale Gold and washed it with Tamiya's X-19 thined enamel.

(...) May I ask what size T2M bolts you're using?

I'm using various bolts, but for engine's covers mainly 0,8 - 1,0 mm hex rivets.

Thanks for comments :)

wolla

06-09-2012, 10:38 AM

love the level of detail on this, looks like the real thing

:biggrin::cool:

sportracer02

06-16-2012, 06:08 AM

Looks great !!

Mr. Jekyll

07-08-2012, 07:23 PM

John18d

07-08-2012, 10:48 PM

Mr. Jekyll - this is coming alone amazingly well - really detailed for a non-racing bike - John

Mr. Jekyll

01-13-2013, 03:25 AM

Made the muffler. I used S27's CF and painted with Tamiya's smoke and Gaia's clear. Arrow logo from Dexter.
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1275.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1277.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1276.jpg

More updates soon...

Mr. Jekyll

01-23-2013, 04:02 AM

Muffler's inside. Aber's S17 net.
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1310.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1312.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u277/cannondaler/IMG_1313.jpg

evilduse

01-29-2013, 10:22 PM

Amazing work! Makes mine look rather sad. Hope to get half as competent as you someday! Keep the updates coming, I'm really enjoying watching you work.

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