True, phantom is not chopper, just a beginners' cruiser. I really did enjoy ridding one for more than a year, but the torque leaves you wanting for more once you outgrow the bike. Steed is a nice choice, but a bit too old and no more producing. Personally I find Shadow rather bulky for me. On a higher licence Triumph T100 is reaaaally way nice and maybe guzzi california. Financially wise the jump from 200cc to 400cc is not that much, but the difference in power is noticeable.