Honda Phantom Explained

Honda Phantom TA200 (Custom 3 / 4 / Fire Edition)
Manufacturer:	Honda
Assembly:	Assembled in Thailand
Production:	2001–2010
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
Related:	Honda Mega Pro

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

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• 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^[2] or 41 (standard)^[3]
• 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

Notes and References

1. Stats derived from Honda Phantom Advertising Brochures, from Boon Siew Singapore Pte Ltd (www.boonsiewhonda.com.sg) and Stadium Accessories Co., Ltd., Thailand
2. Source: TA200 Owner's Manual and personal experience - 39 tooth rear sprocket preferred for motorway cruising, as the Phantom's very short gearing is ideally meant for good pickup in start-stop riding, not constant top speed.
3. Verified from ThaiVisa.com Motorcycle Community 24 December 2010. http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/428470-honda-phantom-wikipedia-article-seeking-input-from-thailand/page__gopid__4107471#entry4107471