Honda CBR125R vs Zontes Panther 125 (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR125Rstacks up against the Zontes Panther 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR125RZontes Panther 125
Model year20192013
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp12 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight115 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper. Single disc
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17 3.00-18 / 110/80-17

Honda CBR125R vs Zontes Panther 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR125R and the Zontes Panther 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR125R brings 13 hp, while the Zontes Panther 125 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: