2020
Apsonic Z-One 170 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 518896 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Apsonic |
| Model | Z-One 170 |
| Year | 2020 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 90/90-17 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearsuspension | Dual shocks |
| Reartyre | 110/80-17 |
| Wheels | Wirespoked |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 62.0 x 58.0 mm (2.4 x 2.3 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 175.0 ccm (10.68 cubic inches) |
| Enginetype | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. PZ27 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Lubricationsystem | Pressure splash |
| Power | 12.2 HP (8.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 90.0 km/h (55.9 mph) |
| Torque | 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.5 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black |
|---|---|
| Comments | Sold in Africa. |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Oilcapacity | 1.10 litres (1.16 US quarts) |
|---|---|
| Seatheight | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 150.0 kg (330.7 pounds) |
About Apsonic
Country of Origin:
Ghana (brand/distributor)
Founder:
Apsonic Motors (Ghana)
Best Known For:
Affordable commuters, cargo trikes, and underbones built for West African roads
Company History
Apsonic translates global supply into transport that works on West African streets and tracks. Frames are reinforced for loads; suspensions are tuned for corrugations and potholes; and gearing favors torque over top speed. The company’s dealer footprint and spare-parts availability are central to its appeal—keeping bikes earning for moto-taxis, delivery riders, and families. Apsonic’s success shows how regional distributors add value far beyond decals: homologation, credit, rider training, and service kits that make simple machines last. As regulations evolve and cities grow, Apsonic continues to adopt disc brakes, EFI on select models, and brighter lighting, improving safety without pricing riders out. The brand’s story is about mobility as livelihood: dependable transport that widens a household’s economic radius.