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

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Zontes ZT125-8A Pantherstacks up against the Honda CBR125R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecZontes ZT125-8A PantherHonda CBR125R
Model year20142019
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower12 hp13 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight115 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper.
Tires3.00-18 / 110/80-17 100/80-17 / 130/70-17

Zontes ZT125-8A Panther vs Honda CBR125R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Zontes ZT125-8A Panther and the Honda CBR125R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Zontes ZT125-8A Panther brings 12 hp in a 115 kg package, while the Honda CBR125R counters with 13 hp.

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: