andy m Posted October 27, 2006 Report Share Posted October 27, 2006 Hi, I am toying with the idea of buying a Fantic 200 twinshock, subject to actually having a ride on 1 first, as many rave that its THE twinshock to buy. I was wondering if there are any problems obtaining any parts etc. Also are they as good as everybody says. I am a novice rider by the way. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee harris Posted October 27, 2006 Report Share Posted October 27, 2006 great bike, novice or expert. ALL spares readily available at sensible prices. Lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody Posted October 27, 2006 Report Share Posted October 27, 2006 You can't really go wrong with one of these. My mate has recently bought one for his lad who is a beginner at trials. It is years since I last rode one and we all had a mess about on it at the end of a trial. I'd forgotten just how good that little 156cc motor is. Incredibly torquey but soft power delivery, totally linear with no lumpiness or power band. Reminded me of my TYZ in the way it builds revs. Depending on how tall you are and what modern bikes you've ridden you may find the footrest position high as it is typical 80s riding position. May or may not bother you. Can be had for very reasonable money and one of the best twinshocks out there. Spares shouldn't be a problem but as with anything old there may always be something that takes a bit of effort to find, but Bill Pye seems to have or be able to get most things. A good choice if you get one, best to try one first obviously but I can't see that you wouldn't like one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axulsuv Posted October 27, 2006 Report Share Posted October 27, 2006 All I can say is my 240 pro is the sweetest twinshock bike I've ever rode...And that I'm installing a set of 200 top fork clamps to (as i am told ) improve the already superb steering !!! IMHO Fantic changed the way trials was ridden by the masses and they built the Finest all around twinshocks out there ! Just the actual build quality of the old girls is amazing !!! Get one and you'll see !!!! Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy m Posted October 28, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2006 Is the 240 a bored out 200? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legs Posted October 28, 2006 Report Share Posted October 28, 2006 Some Fantic spare parts at www.inmotiontrials.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee harris Posted October 28, 2006 Report Share Posted October 28, 2006 (edited) The 200 back kick is a bored out 125. it actually has 156cc. Many parts are interchangable, barrel, head carb exhaust althought the gear ratios are different. You can fit a 200 (156) barrel on a 125 bottom end but you will need the bigger 200 flywheel and cover and the piston will need 0,75mm machined of the bottom. Since the bike is piston ported, it becomes a bit revvier through this mod but still nice. (Has a more modern feeling) The 240 was fantics first own engine. the back kicks came from minarelli. the fwd kich came with 212 cc. later a 125 and 200 (also 156 by coincidence!)= came also. I have quite a few 200s (one with a 125 crank and piston mod as above) and 240s and find the 240s the best for me. to be honest, i wasnt listening very well at trials school, and the extra power I get from the 240 makes up for my lack of planning in some sections. All the 200s (fwd and back kicks) are great as are the 240s. I have a few 300s which are a bit of a handful due to power and weight. All bits for all the fantics are available although 240 pistons have now stopped being made. Alternatives with some slight barrel boring are availabe though. The back kick 200s turn on a penny and grip like sh)t to a blanket. Since mud is very rare in europe, I like the feel of more power from the 240s HTH Lee Edited October 28, 2006 by Lee Harris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasgas249uk Posted October 28, 2006 Report Share Posted October 28, 2006 The 200 engine is completely different to that of the 240. The 200 engine was bought in by Fantic from the engine manufacturer , whilst the 240 was made in house. Both are good solid engines that are known for reliability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axulsuv Posted October 29, 2006 Report Share Posted October 29, 2006 Lee ; I just have to ask ! can a 300 top end be mated to a 240 bottom end ? Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee harris Posted October 29, 2006 Report Share Posted October 29, 2006 No Glenn the 212 cases are different to the 249!. you can put a 243 top end on a 240 but I think the differnce is not measurable. To put a 240 top end on a 243 bottom end, you need to change the flyheel, electrics and cover. IF your lady every should die and no repair parts are available, try puting a 301/303 in her. My next report on this will come before xmas hopefully lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axulsuv Posted October 30, 2006 Report Share Posted October 30, 2006 Thanks Lee , I was just curious ! I have a complete spare 240 motor w/a fresh build on it if I need it ! Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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