Mysterious bike firm launches Phantom EG bike

A mysterious bike firm claiming hundred-year heritage has launched an excluisve new bike based around a Norton Commando engine. You can read full details in MCN soon, but until then this is what we have from Phantom founder ‘Erasmus Thump’:

“This first model is destined for a specific client who requested the existing configuration. It is well within our capability to produce up to six Phantom EGs in any 12-month period. In the case of this first machine, the motor was selected and supplied by the client.

“We simply improved slightly upon an already good design with our own little touches which involved a complete tear down and rebuild of the motor. We are currently negotiating our next two EGs with prospective clients.

“One is a super-lightweight with a single-cylinder, 350cc sport motor, and the other is geared for long-distance riding with a  four-cylinder, longitudinal engine. Our frame has been designed to accommodate a wide range of configurations based upon the nature of  the client such as power required and physical attributes such as arm length and such. We ensure the riding triangle of feet, hands, and 
buttocks is configured optimally to the rider.

“The price of a Phantom EG is based upon details such as the type of engine, braking components, and finishes employed. A Phantom EG like 
that of the first example carries a price of around £32,000 or $50,000. Different configurations could range from as little less than  that, to upwards of £75,000 depending on the configuration of the machine.

“So who are these machines for? A good question. Well, Phantoms have always been for discerning gentlemen with a taste for speed and  excitement. Gentlemen with the taste and means for something a bit different. It is possible to find a faster machine.

“It is possible to find a more comfortable machine. But it would be difficult to find a machine with more soul than that of a Phantom. Our spirits run through 
every machine we build.”

You can see the Phantom EG at the “Unapproachable” Revival of vintage motorbikes at Donington Park on June 19th and 20th.

Phantom EG
Engine:
750cc capacity
Two cylinders
Air cooled
Single “Sneezer” fuel atomiser with grip throttle control
Magneto Ignition
Internal, mechanically-powered automatic oil pump

Gearbox:
Four speed sequential
Hand Shift
Hand Clutch

Brakes:
Front hand operated “Power Clamper” hydraulic system
Rear foot operated “Power Clamper” hydraulic system

Chassis:
Phantom original double-butted diamond frame
Solid rear suspension with leafe-supported Messenger saddle
Phantom “Bladraulic” forks
Wheels 21″ x 3.5″
Brooklands handlebars