1985 Honda TLM 200 Trials - Red/White - JDM Grey Import - 2-Stroke, 6-Speed, Pro-Link Mono

1985 Honda TLM 200, 195cc air-cooled 2-stroke single, 6-speed manual, JDM grey import, competition trials configuration, 1 seat.



About This Bike

The Honda TLM 200 was Honda's purpose-built trials machine from the mid-1980s, produced exclusively for the Japanese domestic market and never officially sold through Honda Australia. Built around a 195cc air-cooled 2-stroke single with a 6-speed gearbox, the TLM used Honda's Pro-Link monoshock rear suspension, which was a significant step forward from the twin-shock TLR series it replaced. These bikes were Honda's answer to the mono-shock trials revolution and remain respected among enthusiasts for their light weight, responsive handling, and period-correct construction. Getting one into Australia means importation, and genuine examples here are hard to come by.



Condition

The bike presents in its factory red and white colour scheme with Honda TLM graphics intact and legible. The frame, swingarm, spokes, and chain show surface rust and corrosion consistent with a well-used machine of this age, and the overall condition is project-grade rather than ready-to-ride. Vendor advises there is a dent on the fuel tank, and photos confirm damage and paint deterioration at the left rear lower section of the tank. Vendor advises the seat mould is cracked and the seat has been siliconed on, both visible in photos. The rear body panel shows significant paint peeling. The front brake has been converted from drum to disc, with an Genuine Honda Parts. The engine appears complete and intact with no visible cracks, though the expansion chamber carries surface dents. Replacement silicone hoses have been fitted in the engine bay area. Trials Universal Tyres. The bike is fitted with no headlight, taillight, indicators, or mirrors, consistent with its JDM competition-only specification.



Market Context

Running examples of the Honda TLM 200 in reasonable condition are currently asking $2,870 in Australia. In the UK, a comparable JDM import restoration project was listed at GBP 1,699 (approximately AUD 3,300) in early 2025. For an enthusiast looking for a period mono-class trials bike to restore and campaign at vintage trials events, the mechanical foundation is all here and parts compatibility with the broader Honda trials range is workable.



Features

* Honda TLM 200, JDM grey import, not officially sold in Australia by Honda

* 195cc air-cooled 2-stroke single-cylinder engine

* 6-speed manual gearbox

* Honda Pro-Link monoshock rear suspension

* Vendor advises converted to pre-mix fuel and oil mixture at 50:1

* Front brake converted to disc (aftermarket caliper and drilled rotor)

* Rear drum brake

* Trials-spec knobby tyres: 2.75-21 front, 4.00-18 rear

* Gold-anodized rear rim

* Factory Honda TLM graphics present and legible

* Japanese domestic market specification with Japanese-language labels throughout

* Kickstand fitted



Condition Notes

* Vendor advises dent on fuel tank, visible on left rear lower section with paint deterioration and rust

* Vendor advises seat mould is cracked and seat has been siliconed on

* Surface rust on frame tubes, swingarm, spokes, footpegs, and chain

* Significant paint peeling on rear body panel

* Expansion chamber has surface dents

* Tyres show moderate wear with aged and dry rubber

* Vendor advises marks and scratches throughout



Specifications

Year: 1985

Make/Model: Honda TLM 200

Body: Trials Motorcycle

Engine: 195cc air-cooled 2-stroke single-cylinder

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Drive: Chain

Colour: Red/White

Seats: 1

Location: Toormina, NSW

Chassis No: MD15-1003634

Engine No: MD15E1003157

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Location of item: 9 Hi-Tech Drive, Toormina, NSW, Australia

** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **

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