Honda CB125CL vs Zontes Tiger 125 (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB125CLstacks up against the Zontes Tiger 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB125CLZontes Tiger 125
Model year20152015
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp12 hp
Torque10 Nm17 Nm
Weight103 kg105 kg
Seat height31 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/100-18 / 90/90-18 3.00-18 / 110/90-16

Honda CB125CL vs Zontes Tiger 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB125CL and the Zontes Tiger 125 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 Tiger 125 counters with 12 hp at 105 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: