Honda Varadero 125 vs Zontes ZT125-5A Monster (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Varadero 125stacks up against the Zontes ZT125-5A Monster. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Varadero 125Zontes ZT125-5A Monster
Model year20152014
Price$5,299
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp12 hp
Torque10 Nm12 Nm
Weight152 kg115 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual-piston calliper Single disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-M18 / 130/80-M17 3.00-18 / 110/80-17

Honda Varadero 125 vs Zontes ZT125-5A Monster — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Varadero 125 and the Zontes ZT125-5A Monster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Varadero 125 brings 14 hp in a 152 kg package, while the Zontes ZT125-5A Monster 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: