Honda CBR125R vs Zontes ZT125-8A Panther (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR125Rstacks up against the Zontes ZT125-8A Panther. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR125RZontes ZT125-8A Panther
Model year20192014
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 ZT125-8A Panther — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR125R and the Zontes ZT125-8A Panther usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR125R brings 13 hp, 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: