Honda Phantom

Honda Phantom TA200 (Custom 3 / 4 / Fire Edition)
Manufacturer Honda
Production 2001–2010
Assembly Assembled in Thailand
Class “retro cruiser” type frame, inspired by classic American designs
Engine 4-stroke, 196.9 cc, air-cooled, 2-valve SOHC with a compression ratio of 9.0:1
Transmission 6-speed sequential
Wheelbase 1,505 mm (59.3 in)
Dimensions L: 2,256 mm (88.8 in)
W: 775 mm (30.5 in)
H: 1,085 mm (42.7 in)
Weight 140 kg (310 lb) (dry)
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The Honda Phantom TA150

is a single cylinder Thai-made “retro cruiser” motorcycle. It was known in Australia as the TA Shadow. Production of the TA200 was stopped in Thailand on 3 March 2010.

Overall design was very similar to the Honda TA150. The major differences was that the TA200 contains a four-stroke engine and higher 197 cc displacement.

This motorcycle was very popular in Singapore due to it being one of the few cruisers available for a class 2B license (the most basic motorcycle license in Singapore). Class 2B license holders are only allowed to ride motorcycles with displacement below 200 cc.

Specifications

  • Engine Type: 4-stroke Single-cylinder, air-cooled, 2-valve SOHC
  • Displacement: 196.9 cc
  • Bore x Stroke 63.5 mm x 62.2 mm
  • Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
  • Ignition System: CDI
  • Redline: Unknown – early TA200s (Custom 3? Short handlebar version) up to 2004 have NO rev limiter
  • 6-speed gearbox (Conventional motorcycle 1N23456)
  • Clutch System: Wet Multiplate Clutch
  • Drivetrain: Chain (520)
  • Sprockets (Front / Rear tooth count): 13 / 39 or 41 (standard)
  • Dimensions (WxLxH): 775 x 2256 x 1085 mm
  • Seat Height: 699 mm
  • Wheelbase: 1505 mm
  • Front Tire: 90/90R17 / 49P.
  • Rear Tire: 130/90R15 / 66P.
  • Dry Weight: 140 kg
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Total / Reserve): 9.68 litres / 2 litres
  • MPG: City riding (2 pax), 48 mpg, 17 km per L, Highway riding 75 mpg, 26 km per L; City/Highway riding (1 pax), 87 mpg, 37 km per L (avg)
  • Suspension System: Front – Telescopic, Rear, Double Shock
  • Brake System: Front / Rear Disc Brakes (Dual Piston Calipers)
  • Tyre Size: Front – 90/90 – 17M / C49P (Tubeless) ; Rear – 130/90 15M / C66P (Tubeless), available from Metzeler (Lasertec), Pirelli (City Demon), Bridgestone (Exedra), IRC (from Thailand) and Shinko (with white-walled option)
  • Battery: Maintenance-Free 12V – 3.5Ah
  • Max. Power Output: 12.3 kW / 16.48 hp @ 8000 rpm
  • Max. Torque: 16.2 nm / 11.95 lb-ft @6500 rpm

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