Description
Honda TR200 Fat Cat | 1986
Highlights:
– 199 cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine
– 1,234 km indicated on odometer
– Rare first-year example of a two-year-only model
– Original condition according to the seller
– Iconic Fat Cat graphics in blue and white
The professional seller offers for sale this 1986 Honda TR200 Fat Cat, powered by a 199 cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine. Finished in the unmistakable combination of white bodywork, a deep blue seat and tank panel and the cheerful yellow Fat Cat graphics, this example has all the playful charm that made the model a cult favourite. The odometer shows just 1,234 km, and according to the seller the motorcycle is presented in original condition, which is exactly how enthusiasts like to find these increasingly scarce machines. The distinctive details are all there: the huge low-pressure balloon tyres on white wheels, the front carrier with the caged headlight, the rear luggage rack, the side panels marked automatic clutch and electric starter, and the period Honda decals on the front fender. The motorcycle has been standing and will need to be recommissioned before it is used again, which makes it an appealing and honest starting point for anyone who wants to bring one of Honda’s most characterful 1980s designs back to life. Import duties and VAT have been paid according to the seller.
Honda built the TR200 Fat Cat for just two model years, 1986 and 1987, as a two-wheeled answer to the all-terrain trikes and quads that dominated the off-road market of the time. Its recipe was refreshingly simple: a robust, air-cooled 199 cc SOHC single borrowed from Honda’s ATC family, a five-speed gearbox with automatic clutch so that riders could concentrate purely on having fun, and enormous ATV-style tyres that float over sand, mud and snow where a conventional trail bike would dig in. The result was a friendly, unintimidating machine that appealed to farmers, hunters, campers and families alike, and that has since gained a dedicated following. Because so few were built and many were used hard, complete and original examples have become genuinely sought after today, and the Fat Cat’s quirky looks and Honda engineering make it a standout in any collection of 1980s off-road motorcycles.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Technical condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Overall condition
2 — Fair. Noticeable wear and aging; drives but has issues.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
