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Jbyrne

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Hi I’m new to scale model building after receiving a 1/75 military tank a few weeks ago I’ve just been and grabbed a few 1/12 motorcycles (I’m a bike mechanic) never thought I’d like building models or have the patience for it but really enjoyed the mini tank so thought why not try motorcycles haha so I’ve a Honda nsr factory racer and Suzukis rg500 along with airbrush and a whole lotta tamiya paints really excited to begin and be part of this forum any tip tricks welcome
 

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Welcome to the forum Jordan. I'm sure you'll enjoy your time here so join in and have fun. Motorcycle kits can be a bit fiddly but build up into stunning models.
I notice you're from Leeds. I spent 35+ years in Pontefract and knew Leeds well.
 
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Always great to see another bike builder....... Watch the decals on the nsr, can be a bit fiddly

My advice would be to learn how to use the air brush before you do a kit, nothing more disheartening than buggering up a kit youve spent time on

Feel free to ask questions on here, someone will always have an answer
 
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Welcome to the forum Jordan. I'm sure you'll enjoy your time here so join in and have fun. Motorcycle kits can be a bit fiddly but build up into stunning models.
I notice you're from Leeds. I spent 35+ years in Pontefract and knew Leeds well.
Thank you 🙏 yeah I saw a difference in the amount of parts instantly between the lil tank and motorbike 😃 I’m that kinda weirdo that like fiddly n difficult 🤪 so well up to challenge just hope my paint skills do it justice 🤣 yep Leeds born n bred lol 33years thanks so much for the welcoming words 👍
 
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Welcome

Always great to see another bike builder....... Watch the decals on the nsr, can be a bit fiddly

My advice would be to learn how to use the air brush before you do a kit, nothing more disheartening than buggering up a kit youve spent time on

Feel free to ask questions on here, someone will always have an answer
Thanks man 🙏 the bikes look so cool. And definitely will be practicing first thanks for the advice
 
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