Kawasaki 125 1969 Simmonds by MEA Kit 43
Hand built available MEA057M
This tiny twin-cylinder Kawasaki is an important piece of motorcycle racing history as Dave Simmonds’ 1969 125cc World Championship in 1969 was the first for the marque. MEA’s kit of the machine is well thought out but the execution could, as usual, be better. The photo-etched frame, wheel centres, chain parts and paddock stand are all beautifully done and there is plenty of wiring and piping to go with the engine and suspension detail. It’s the resin casting for the bodywork and engine that isn’t so good and a fair amount of work will be needed here. One for the experienced modeller.
| Description: | Kawasaki 125 1969 Simmonds |
| Catalogue#: | MEA057 |
| Product Type: | Resin/Metal Kit |
| Scale: | 1:43 |
| Event: | Motorcycles, GT & Sports Car Racing |
| Colour: | - |
| Drivers: | Simmonds |
| Sponsors: | - |
| Dates: | 1969 |
| Race/Position: | - |
| Release Date: | September 2017 |
| Weight: | 250 grams |
| Comments: | 125cc World Champion. |
About MEA Kit 43
An interesting range initially specialising in 1:43 motorcycles. The nature of the subjects and the size of many of the parts mean that these are best suited to those with good eyesight! Casting quality is variable and this combined with the size puts them firmly in the 'for the experienced modeller' category.
Alongside the bikes are a number of Dakar raid subjects and early Lotus race cars, again offered as kits and hand builts. The SPL series is hand built only and concentrates on very unusual race cars. Build quality is basic, variable and nowhere near the class leaders and usually presented in recycled Spark cases. Very interesting subjects that may otherwise not be modelled and therefore for the hardcore collector.
Made in France.