Honda CB125CL vs Zontes ZT125-8A Panther (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB125CLstacks up against the Zontes ZT125-8A Panther. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB125CLZontes ZT125-8A Panther
Model year20152014
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp12 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight103 kg115 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires80/100-18 / 90/90-18 3.00-18 / 110/80-17

Honda CB125CL vs Zontes ZT125-8A Panther — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB125CL and the Zontes ZT125-8A Panther usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB125CL brings 8 hp in a 103 kg package, while the Zontes ZT125-8A Panther counters with 12 hp at 115 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: