Kyosho Hang On Racer Honda NSR500 Electric 1/8 Motorcycle Kit

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Kyosho Hang On Racer models are the only electric R/C bike with a rider figure than leans through corners!


The Kyosho Hang on Racer is still as popular as ever. The S.D.S.S (semi direct steering system) delivers high performance fully independent motion with the rider figure incorporating 13 different articulating joints so it hangs on to the bike as it leans into corners. The result is driving performance just like a real motorcycle that is easy enough for anyone to control.

Each section of the bike is designed with an incredible level of scale detail. From the body cowl, inverted front fork suspension, brake disk & calipers, wheels, drive chain, sprocket and asymmetrical swing arm - this is an RC model that is packed full of realism that makes it worthy of display. However, as only a few parts are used in construction, even beginners can enjoy the satisfaction of the assembly that only takes a short time to complete. Dive deep into the fascinating realm of R/C electric motorcycles like never before and discover the pure enjoyment of building, displaying and driving your own Hanging On Racer.

Features:

  • Recreation of the Honda NSR500 that competed in the 1991 Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix (WGP) 500cc class
  • Features chain drive system incorporating sprocket and mini chain, similar to a real motorbike.
  • Includes Le Mans DM20 motor with moderate power and easy control characteristics.
  • Unique S.D.S.S enables full bank cornering.
  • Twin tube style mainframe optimizes space utilization with air-cooling.
  • Inverted front fork suspension.
  • Rear suspension uses asymmetrical swing arm with mono-shock friction damper.
Specifications:
Length: 270mm
Width: 98mm
Height: 190mm
Wheelbase: 185mm
Tire (F/R): 78×18mm/86×23mm
Gear Ratio: 13.80:1-19.30:1
Weight: 750g (approx.)
Motor: Le Mans DM20

Includes:
  • Unassembled chassis kit
  • Pinion gear (10T, 12T, 14T)
  • Grease
  • Cross wrench
  • Pinion gear tool
Needed to Complete:
  • 2 channel R/C system
  • Battery for model (7.2V-1600mAh Ni-MH recommended)
  • (1) servo (L32 x W16 x H31.5 max.)
  • (1)  ESC (L34×W24×H14mm max.)
  • Batteries for transmitter
  • Battery charger
  • Charger Adapter
  • Paint and paintbrush

This product was added to our catalog on September 5, 2017

Jason Stiehler
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Mar 13 2018 (about 6 years ago)
Kyosho Hang On Racer Honda NSR500 Electric 1/8 Motorcycle Kit
This is a really detailed and fun motorcycle to run but TAKE YOUR TIME building this kit. The instructions can be quite confusing, especially if you’ve never assembled a RC motorcycle before. I would recommend priming and painting every part before you assemble…at least with the parts that are visible (the brake calipers, rotors, forks, wheels, seat) You will be much happier with it in the end!

Another word of advice…Do NOT go with the 2/3 size 7.2v 1600mah nimh battery recommended by some places. Trust me, it will lead to so much frustration that you will want to throw it away. Yes, the battery tray IS large enough however you have absolutely NO room to route the thick, bulky battery wires. The lower fairing will NOT attach if there are ANY wires protruding outside the tray area. Instead, go with something much smaller like a 600-1000mah 2s lipo and use smaller gauge wires with mini (molex) connectors. The motor is tiny and doesn’t require high capacity batteries, you should still be able to get around 10-15 minutes of run time with a 600-1000mah lipo. If you use a lipo battery, you will most likely need to add some weight to the tray (lead clips work great) This is because the model relies on the heavier weight nimh to give it a lower CG…it’s not a problem with some stick-on lead weights though.
MOTIONSICK
Tuesday, Jul 11 2023 (8 months ago)
Kyosho Hang On Racer Honda NSR500 Electric 1/8 Motorcycle Kit
This is the coolest kit ever. It's literally my top 3 R/C vehicles and I have just about every flavor of them from drift cars to planes, quads, crawlers, to helis, and boats, etc. No wonder it's been in production for decades. Durable frame, an appropriately powered brushed system with tons and tons of cool engineering and design. Watching this little bike zoom around never gets old. Not to mention the decals are awesome. It's not that hard to recreate the box art. The decals are thin stickers that apply really well and just set the bike off-it looks amazing on the shelf.

The weight shift makes this bike look ultra-realistic in the turn. If you like the way a motorcycle looks when it turns, then this is the kit for you!

You can have a blast in the size of two parking spaces with deep leans and full-throttle runs to the next corner. The stock tires are the only weak spot. They are too hard for deep turning and you will tend to lose the front end and slide out.
Consider buying Kyosho's softer tires (or ZH tires) and ZH racing aftermarket tire inserts. Much more grippy and consistent.

Built out of the box this motorcycle is very docile and great for big parking lot cruising. With that said you will still need to learn to drive, motorcycles are not as easy as cars, there is a learning curve. The payoff is worth it though!

If you want tight technical turning performance you need to remove the front wheel weight, install ZH Tires with inserts and bend the metal frame sliders upward. You will be amazed at the lean angles you can achieve. Tire inserts are 3D printed pieces that keep the tire shape ideal to grip the track. They also shape the tire to allow the bike to turn much faster.

I'm running a 20amp brushed ESC with a 900mah 2S lipo. I get 20-30 minute run times. I wouldn't buy a brushless system unless you've driven yours first. I see no reason to upgrade. With the brushed system you don't risk damaging the drive train and it's still plenty fast. These aren't for crazy speed, they are for scale turning and tight tracks. If you want full-on speed get a 1/5th scale motorcycle. If it's in stock, buy this one too though, you won't be disappointed!!!
DAVID REYES
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Apr 15 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Kyosho Hang On Racer Honda NSR500 Electric 1/8 Motorcycle Kit
This is a very disappointing RC motorcycle. It is extremely difficult to find compatible aftermarket electronics that will fit inside and work. After a lot of comparing dimensions, I finally found a servo that fits ok. For the esc and motor, I could not find anything aftermarket that would fit, so I had to give up and purchase the Kyosho ESC, motor, and battery made for the HOR. The Kyosho esc, motor, and battery are extremely over priced and it is really slow on 6 cell NIMH. The quality of the soldering on the motor wires are horrible. I literally took the motor out of the package and the negative wire broke off the solder post immediately. I had to re-solder and fix it. The plastic is poor quality and many of the parts easily snap or break under normal driving. The plastic slots that holds the main gearbox broke right away. The aggravation of trying to get this RC to run is not worth it. They should discontinue this RC again.