I’ve just ordered one and collect on Saturday - your review really helped my decision over this or a Sinnis terrain . Looking forward to getting it and building up my riding experience .
@@Rance-lb1init was a great bike ride, loved riding it and built my confidence up. Lots of kit and well specced. Rode nice and smooth. On a CBR 600 now.
Thanks for a totally unbiased and informative review. Looks the Chinese have finally arrived with serious competition to put the frighteners up the establishment. Hopefully the CBT fiasco sorts itself out and youngsters can get a chance to ride this summer
Brilliant review which helped tremendously in my choice of bike, which was narrowed down between the Lexmoto LXR 125 SE and this bike. Having watched many videos and seeing both in the showroom, the Lexmoto isn't even in the same league as the Zontes for build quality and spec. Just placed an order for the ZT125-U in red/graphite as my first bike 😊
Well done on your choice having done the homework. Mark’s reviews are so important in helping towards the big decision. His review made my mind up for the Ninja 1000SX too!
@@stevenbrazier4744 Yeah. I do quite like the research aspect of making a big purchase, and would agree videos like this are invaluable. I am a long way off a 1000cc, and fairly late to the biking scene, but I've got to start somewhere, which is hopefully this Monday 🤞
@@vaughanoneill8 It is never too late to enjoy yourself, have fun and don't worry about the 1000cc bikes. Their riders can hardly ever ride them with the commitment that you can ride a 125ccc with. 😉😎
Nice to watch a comprehensive review rather than a quick couple of minutes of waffle. Zontes are definitely a brand to keep your eyes on. I'm on my second zontes and would not hesitate to buy again.
After riding a Scorpion for two years with no issues at all I would not hesitate buying one. My only gripe of the scorpion is the dreaded rust which attacks the forks and especially the exhaust other than that the bike is well balanced and a pleasure to ride.Loved the review and confirmed what I already knew,a brand to watch out for. I remember japanese cars in the seventies,mechanicaly sound but the bodies rusted something aweful. Once the recipe for the metal was sorted well the rest is history.China is going to be the world leaders once they have done the same.
Quite impressed with the build quality. You can see straight away its not junk. And with the led lights digital dash electric fuel cap and steering lock its amazing value for money . I wish them well, think if this lockdown ends these will sell extremely well.
True on the nose review,I just had mine delivered today,second hand 1100 miles on the clock, £2,600 purchased from soveriegn motor company derby,the guy who delivered it was also a mechanic and rider who tests all the bikes himself before they take them in,he told me he was highly impressed on the test runs and I agree 100%. Don't laugh but I had a keeway superlight that was and is still a joy too ride,I am probably going too keep it but it will only be my second bike from now on. I am 68 yrs old and only just riding from last year after 43 yrs and loving it again,riding this bike from being on my "cruiser" is totally different mainly because the seating position and I have 90% spondulosis but still feel good riding the zontes,of course there is a fair amount more acceleration in the zontes and a fair bit more speed overall very impressed with the great quality and high end extras,the only downside is where too put the L plates, not as straight forward as you may think,and the lack of storage space so a purchase of side bags and the mounts. But watch this space. Ray(donnas)Donohue, Manchester \{°¿°} /.
I own this bike now for a couple of months and i´m not so positife about it. Topspeed realistic is max 95 km/h. Somethimes it refuses to go in first gear,en there is always a smell when i drove it.Its not so a great bike afterall.allso does it makes al lot off friction noise during driving .Wat makes me believe that the reviews are on a to short time span to be reallistic. EDIT:After almost 3000 km i must say that it's driving a lot nicer. The gearshifting problems are gone,smell is also gone. The handling is very good. So not a bad bike after all,on the downside there aren't many aftermarket pieces available. But maybe when there are more getting sold the after market for this brand will grow.
@@Rance-lb1in In the two years and a half of owning the zontes,there is always something going on. Would i ever buy an Zontes again? No i don't think so.
I have the ZT125-U in the same colour I have to say the bijr is brilliant. I'm big 6'2" stocky I've had 74mph on the flat out of it so far with my big bag on my back, wet gear and peaked helmet causing drag I weighted myself before I took my gear off and was 19.2. Performance I would say is on par with a Duke. Build quality is up there with the big brands a real quality bike fir 3 grand.
I’ve ordered the ZT125U! It arrives in 4 days. Things I’ve learnt.. it does 77 mph once run in. The eco button does nothing as the bike is restricted in the eu to eco mode all the time for euro 5. In other countries (none eu) this has 18hp. You can’t turn the abs off which is the only negative. Thanks for the review because of this I bought one of these without ever seeing one.
I´m considering this bike as my first bike even though i am currently doing my A2 license. It just looks that good. But for now only the ZT125G1 and ZT125U are available in Germany so i´m crossing my fingers. They would only have to stick their 310 engine in there and it would make even more people happy
@@markpulling12 I was looking at the G1 as well. That‘s another good option. I feel like it‘s a direct competitor for the Svartpilen 125. And 2000€ cheaper so they really are a great deal
After Lexmoto screwed me over on my last bike (developed an engine fault which can't be mended due to lack of parts) and refuse to pay up the full price while the bike is still on a 2 year warranty and the bike has just 1 year the dealer pointed me to this bike. After reading the reviews and looking it up on YT (including your review) I've pulled the trigger and am getting it by the end of this month in their new colour scheme, black/blue. Really can't wait for it to arrive
Bought one today on the strength of your review! Returning to a bike after 40yrs.. just hope I selected right and not a future load of trouble.. by the way great video review cheers
That is a great review, it seems like an impressive little bike. Does it have the 'big bike' feel to it? I'll be interested to see what's next. How about the Svart pilen 401?
15hp, water cooled, 6 gears, ABS front and rear, backlit switchgear, keyless ignition, proper fuel gauge, temp gauge and all that for £3,100. What's the catch?
Great review Mark. As a 52 year old who suffers from chronic pain, lower back problems. Which one would be more comfortable ie less stress on the back. The u1 or g1. Thanks
I do motorways on my Yamaha majesty s 125, no issues at all, First thing I’d replace if I owned one of these is the headstock bearings for high quality roller bearings,
Now that is a decent looking bike! Makes you wonder, if they can make a decent, modern 125, how long will it be before they are making decent 600’s 1000’s etc.
Brilliant review for Chinese motorcycle look like they are doing alot better then Lexmoto ls-n 125cc. what are they like all year round with are great lovely British weather, is it worth going Chinese when the Yamaha range ain't far off the price of a bike no one has ever heard of . The bike looks amazing
These are very well built , equivalent to japanese I would say ,and don't forget that many " japanese. 125s " are now made in china / Thailand anyway cheers mark
@@markpulling12 very ttrue, but when you hear Yamaha or Honda the first thing you think of it reliable and quality. Zontes have not got there yet, but I am still thinking about getting one I wish them all the best with sale. I feel they have a long way to go.
Really impressive this bike, the details how it was built!! just the last question! What is the top speed? We don't expect too much 130 would be great!
Hi it has the same engine so it has the same performance...the u1 has a more off road feel to it ...both are great 👍 just depends what style you prefer Cheers mark
Hello Mark! Nagyon tetszik ez a motor! Ha kirándulni szeretnék vele, egyszerre 50 - 100 km-t (~30 - 60 mp) bírná a 7000 fordulatot percenként tartósan? Üdvözlet, Robert
@@markpulling12 yes it was great fun, if I had ABS on the tnt I would go for one again, I have had my days of big bikes 350ypvs etc but the tiddlers are brilliant, plus I don’t get the aches I did from sports bikes, getting old !
Hi the keeway is nearly as good but the price of it has gone up here in the uk to nearly the price as the zontes so I'd say zontes all the way :) Cheers mark
great informative video, well done! i am seriously thinking of getting this bike soon, dealers here only the 155 models tho' , looks the same with this 125
Mark, what's your view on this Vs the zontes G1.. I prefer the look, I think of the 125, G1. Any outstanding differences as that, this, the keewayRKF and Benelli BN are all on my short list.
Hi James both those zontes ride much the same ...I like the look of the G1 and it's a nice size and rides very well...the keyway and benelli are nearly as good but I think the price of those has gone up a bit so I think you would be better off with the zontes .. they really are nice quality bikes cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks very much. I think I prefer the G1, just looks. But more mature. Is the build quality, switch gear etc all on the same par between the G1 and ZT1? Lastly, there's anyone you recommend and you get a referral fee etc, I'm happy when I'm buying to take a look at them as a supplier etc.
@Mark Pulling. Think I'm at the G1 Vs keewayRKF as my last two. There's still a price difference on those two models and around a 700-900 difference so may yet for for the keewayRKF as my first bike, for commuting, for two is years before upgrading.
I'd like to see that bike with a 250 cc displacement. Weighing 170 lbs. I could use the extra power! But overall, I am impressed with the design. I'd like to see what the scrambler model looks like too.
Really nice looking bike, love the wheels. How tall and heavy are you though as you look.just slightly too big for the bike and you don't look like a particularly big chap? Ah 5ft 7.........wow so this bike is tiny....shame.
In your opinion what would be the best first bike between keeway rks, lexmoto lxs, and this bike? Just found about about zontes and your reviews for me really thinking about it
So a year on how has this Chinese chocolate bike lasted? I really like the look of this and I'm torn between this and the svartpilen 125. Everyone tells me to stay away from the Chinese brands as I want to run it all year round as a work commute... any advice??
These are good bikes ...it's not mine this was a demo but I see many of these after a year still going fine but you just need to service them regularly and keep on top of the maintenance which is cheap and easy Best regards mark
Nice looking little bike but it did look very small when you were on it. I see they do a 310 (believe it may be the same as BMW 310 engine) version is that one you’ll be testing?
im not a biker, but have been looking into the cbt 125 thingey and i assumed anything chinese simply stay away from but looking at this zontes and the u125 im kinda changing my mind, , they look really really nice and you say the build qaulity is very good. apparently for what they are zontes in general are pretty quick also from what ive been told.
Hi virtually everything is made in China these days....the zontes bikes are amazing quality....try and have a look at one in the flesh and you'll see what I mean Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Hi ive seen afew up close and personal and your right they are well put together. and a bit cheaper insurance too than yamaha and the other premium brands which i was before being more drawn too however now a good 2nd hand zontes may be just the ticket, is it a bike you yourself have interest in ?im aware you have a bigger bike on a full licence
Now thats more like it! I have owned 3 sinnis motorbikes, apache, blade and terrain.. and never again!! Very poorly made and underpowerd.. but that one looks great!. Defo making me consider chinnese bikes again..
Hi George the zontes is very high spec for a Chinese bike ...keyless ignition , electric fuel cap etc etc ... the Honda is made in Thailand ... probably a better second hand buy if you don't want to spend too much ...but if you want the nicer ride I'd go for the zontes Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 the newer 2021 model is made im italy. If it was thailand id for sure go for the zontes. Ill have to spend more time thinking. Thanks for the answer
Have you had any problems with engine warning lights? 1 or 2 comments from people having problems with this, engine light cums on. bike looses power. Think the problem was the ecu? They get their bike back with light out all good then light cums back on and back to square one.. do you no if this fault has been resolved?
Steve this issue is well known throughout the dealership's....the early models engine light would come on in temps less than 5c air intake sensor....the dealers swapped the ECU for a modified one....the latest bikes won't be effected Cheers mark
Most of the 'high powered' 125 cc offerings from KTM, Yamaha and Honda will exceed 75mph. So i don't why this bike won't be the same. Obviously this is dependent on gearing etc.
@@captainaverage721 because its Chinese, it will never be as same level as let's say a Cb125r engine, though on paper they are identical. A Honda can hold redline all day long, it's just different.
@@jeremycubs8331 I'm afraid to tell you that so many Japanese and European engines are actually built in either China or the far East. BMW parallel twins are built by Loncin in China, Suzuki have an engine manufacturing plant in China, Harley Davidson have many of their components manufactured there to, my own Honda cb650r was manufactured in Thailand just next to the Triumph factory. Its not the country of origin that effects the reliability of the engine but the means of production and the quality control standards that are set in place.Its no longer a case of the Chinese are coming, they're here. This same xenophobic attitude was prevalent in the 70s with the Japanese and look what happened to the British car and bike industry.
@@captainaverage721 yep I'm aware of that, I just sold my Cb500f and it was made in Thailand,but the quality is still a Honda Though. I don't think manufacturer as big as Honda would jeopardise their reputation by using inferior materials with their units being Made in Thailand, if anything its more like assembled in Thailand but still its Japanese nonetheless.
@@markpulling12 you mean somehow... that is more flexible..!I'm just afraid that it looks like a mini 50 cc bike.... Because the scrambler for sure it looks bigger..!
@@takis4954 I mean more able to take on light trails etc ...or if the weather is bad snow ice etc it's riding position and off road styling maybe be better but they all ride very well and use the same engine ...I agree the scrambler looks great
Hi Donald , I'm 65 and just bought one afew months ago. Absolutely brilliant bike. Will post a review comment shortly on this page and cover more aspects.
Good looking machine,£4000 for a Chinese bike though.Mmmm I got my Keeway RKF due to great reviews ,nice build quality all for £2200.If I get bored of the RKF I may be tempted if they lower the price.
Is there any chance to get these simple handguards seperatly? I can't find a dealer or just one online offer for these items. ??? (I would like to put them on my G1!!!)
@@markpulling12 I asked Zontes directly and they answered quite quick. Unfortunaly they are not able to send me spare parts to germany for bikes, which are not mentioned to be sold in the german market - and the 125 U1 is not available here...... so these handguards too...
Hi yes these have a lithium battery so yes you can charge it with a suitable charger .....I think there is a usb on the bike to charge your phone Best regards mark
@@markpulling12 thanks for answering! Okay, I will look soon to buy this:) Do you know the difference, between zontes 125u to Zontes 125u1?!? Best regards from Switzerland
@@Nicola_aaa hi the u is basically the same bike but with road tyres..... the u1 has semi knobbly tyres if you wanted to do a little bit off road ...I would say the u1 is the better choice ... thanks Mark
I thinks its preety cool bike. In my opionion should have desk like in duke. But still in my opinion great moto and i think can be better choice than svartpilen 125. Is much cheaper and only litle bit more ugly.
Sorry it doesn't have a locked sport mode ...you may get a tiny bit more power with an aftermarket exhaust...but I've never heard of these producing 18 hp Best regards mark
I’ve just ordered one and collect on Saturday - your review really helped my decision over this or a Sinnis terrain . Looking forward to getting it and building up my riding experience .
Thanks Simon you've made a great choice cheers mark
are you enjoying it 8 months on?
how was the zontes ? i assumed youve moved onto a bigger bike now ?
@@Rance-lb1init was a great bike ride, loved riding it and built my confidence up. Lots of kit and well specced. Rode nice and smooth. On a CBR 600 now.
@@Henry-he3lbit was a great bike, good for getting experience up.
Thanks for a totally unbiased and informative review. Looks the Chinese have finally arrived with serious competition to put the frighteners up the establishment. Hopefully the CBT fiasco sorts itself out and youngsters can get a chance to ride this summer
Brilliant review which helped tremendously in my choice of bike, which was narrowed down between the Lexmoto LXR 125 SE and this bike. Having watched many videos and seeing both in the showroom, the Lexmoto isn't even in the same league as the Zontes for build quality and spec. Just placed an order for the ZT125-U in red/graphite as my first bike 😊
Great choice vaughan ....these are amazing bikes cheer's mark
Well done on your choice having done the homework. Mark’s reviews are so important in helping towards the big decision. His review made my mind up for the Ninja 1000SX too!
@@stevenbrazier4744 Yeah. I do quite like the research aspect of making a big purchase, and would agree videos like this are invaluable. I am a long way off a 1000cc, and fairly late to the biking scene, but I've got to start somewhere, which is hopefully this Monday 🤞
@@vaughanoneill8 It is never too late to enjoy yourself, have fun and don't worry about the 1000cc bikes. Their riders can hardly ever ride them with the commitment that you can ride a 125ccc with. 😉😎
Mind asking me how you like it? I’m considering buying one as my first bike :)
Nice to watch a comprehensive review rather than a quick couple of minutes of waffle. Zontes are definitely a brand to keep your eyes on. I'm on my second zontes and would not hesitate to buy again.
Thanks Phil ...I'm very impressed with the zontes brand !
Cheers mark
After riding a Scorpion for two years with no issues at all I would not hesitate buying one. My only gripe of the scorpion is the dreaded rust which attacks the forks and especially the exhaust other than that the bike is well balanced and a pleasure to ride.Loved the review and confirmed what I already knew,a brand to watch out for. I remember japanese cars in the seventies,mechanicaly sound but the bodies rusted something aweful. Once the recipe for the metal was sorted well the rest is history.China is going to be the world leaders once they have done the same.
Thanks David
Great comment 👌
Quite impressed with the build quality. You can see straight away its not junk. And with the led lights digital dash electric fuel cap and steering lock its amazing value for money . I wish them well, think if this lockdown ends these will sell extremely well.
Thanks for the comment jim :)
Are you going to do review on the bennelli bn 125cc
True on the nose review,I just had mine delivered today,second hand 1100 miles on the clock, £2,600 purchased from soveriegn motor company derby,the guy who delivered it was also a mechanic and rider who tests all the bikes himself before they take them in,he told me he was highly impressed on the test runs and I agree 100%.
Don't laugh but I had a keeway superlight that was and is still a joy too ride,I am probably going too keep it but it will only be my second bike from now on.
I am 68 yrs old and only just riding from last year after 43 yrs and loving it again,riding this bike from being on my "cruiser" is totally different mainly because the seating position and I have 90% spondulosis but still feel good riding the zontes,of course there is a fair amount more acceleration in the zontes and a fair bit more speed overall very impressed with the great quality and high end extras,the only downside is where too put the L plates, not as straight forward as you may think,and the lack of storage space so a purchase of side bags and the mounts.
But watch this space.
Ray(donnas)Donohue, Manchester \{°¿°} /.
Thanks ray ...no I really like the keeeay super light still a lovely bike to cruise on
Good luck with your new zontes
Best regards mark
I own this bike now for a couple of months and i´m not so positife about it.
Topspeed realistic is max 95 km/h.
Somethimes it refuses to go in first gear,en there is always a smell when i drove it.Its not so a great bike afterall.allso does it makes al lot off friction noise during driving .Wat makes me believe that the reviews are on a to short time span to be reallistic.
EDIT:After almost 3000 km i must say that it's driving a lot nicer.
The gearshifting problems are gone,smell is also gone.
The handling is very good.
So not a bad bike after all,on the downside there aren't many aftermarket pieces available.
But maybe when there are more getting sold the after market for this brand will grow.
so the issue were probably running in issues ? ?
@@Rance-lb1in In the two years and a half of owning the zontes,there is always something going on.
Would i ever buy an Zontes again? No i don't think so.
@@ekw315 so from your experience it is an unreliablr bike ?
Yes,that's my idee of the Zontes
Been riding big bikes for 10 years, but this review made me want to get one of these 🤣
Really good review Mark. I saw this model at a Lexmoto dealership this afternoon and was immediately drawn to it by its unique looks
Thanks yes these are great 125 s
Just saw this one in the showroom and very glad I found your review!
Looks like a fun second bike for some light green laning and tomfoolery 😁😁
I have the ZT125-U in the same colour I have to say the bijr is brilliant. I'm big 6'2" stocky I've had 74mph on the flat out of it so far with my big bag on my back, wet gear and peaked helmet causing drag I weighted myself before I took my gear off and was 19.2. Performance I would say is on par with a Duke. Build quality is up there with the big brands a real quality bike fir 3 grand.
Hey man, I am considering getting one of these for commuting and I am also about 6'2"+, does it feel small to you? Are you comfortable enough?
@@NickArthfael I fit on it fine no issues at all its really very comfortable.
@Mean1974 what about the pillion seat? It seems too small... What are your thoughts on it brother?
@@georgegkiokas4946 it's tiny carrying a pillion would be a very intimate indeed.
how is the bike doing now?
I had my Beneli TNT 125 stolen today and got recommended this video and it good job it did because this bike had me fell in love at first sight!
Ahh sorry to hear about your bike
Yes these bikes are brilliant
Best wishes mark
Cool looking bike, welcome back.
I’ve ordered the ZT125U! It arrives in 4 days. Things I’ve learnt.. it does 77 mph once run in. The eco button does nothing as the bike is restricted in the eu to eco mode all the time for euro 5. In other countries (none eu) this has 18hp. You can’t turn the abs off which is the only negative. Thanks for the review because of this I bought one of these without ever seeing one.
Great choice ...these are amazing 125s Cheers mark
How is the bike doing? Anything bad happend? Or something that some bew buyers can consider?
Any idea how to override eco mode
@@capo8871 would love to no this myself!! Good point.
Take the fuse out under the seat turns off the abs but also does the speedo 😅
I´m considering this bike as my first bike even though i am currently doing my A2 license. It just looks that good. But for now only the ZT125G1 and ZT125U are available in Germany so i´m crossing my fingers. They would only have to stick their 310 engine in there and it would make even more people happy
Yes these are great bikes and very popular at the moment but the g1 and u models are just as good
Best regards mark
@@markpulling12 I was looking at the G1 as well. That‘s another good option.
I feel like it‘s a direct competitor for the Svartpilen 125. And 2000€ cheaper so they really are a great deal
After Lexmoto screwed me over on my last bike (developed an engine fault which can't be mended due to lack of parts) and refuse to pay up the full price while the bike is still on a 2 year warranty and the bike has just 1 year the dealer pointed me to this bike. After reading the reviews and looking it up on YT (including your review) I've pulled the trigger and am getting it by the end of this month in their new colour scheme, black/blue. Really can't wait for it to arrive
Great choice ...these are amazing
Bike looks really smart. Saw a lad with one in black and green and looked great. Oh nice gloves, i have them :)
Hi mark as always a great review of a great little bike. Wish I was 17 again i would definitely have one of these. Ride safe and stay safe sir 🙏.
Thanks Gary yes amazing bike for. 125 All the best mark
I'm 47 and decided to buy this so I'd say crack on.
@@ADAM00717 how’s it goin?
Fantastic review - first of yours I've seen - liked, subbed and looking forward to many more from you. Thank you.
Hi Adrian many thanks for the sub
Best regards mark
She's a good looker probably the best out there nice on Zontes 😍🤪
Bought one today on the strength of your review! Returning to a bike after 40yrs.. just hope I selected right and not a future load of trouble.. by the way great video review cheers
Thanks Steven .... great choice ...these are lovely to ride and amazing build quality cheers mark
Cross-spoke wheels on a budget 125! The bike looks brilliant. If I was a teenager again, I'd want one.
Hi Mark, thanks for the review, very nicely done. The bike seems to be a good deal.
Hi my pleasure
One of the best 125s out there :)
Any update on the relativity of this bike? Torn between the Sinnis Terrain and this. Great video!
The tyres look amazing with design can't believe this is real price for such beauty
Thanks yes these are great bikes
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks for the review I can rest assured that I will pick a good product 😄
If only I was 17... Definitely an improvement on the completely knackered 250 Enfield I actually had - was a long time ago 🙃
That is a great review, it seems like an impressive little bike. Does it have the 'big bike' feel to it? I'll be interested to see what's next. How about the Svart pilen 401?
Hi Jim yes it definitely doesn't feel like a 125 . ....apart from the power ...it has a good feel to it very stable cheers mark
Thanks Mark, You really do pick ‘em to keep us captivated!
No problem steven .... great little bike this one ! Cheers mark
Thanks mate just passed my cbt and struggling to find a decent bike for a decent price this helped a lot
Cheers Logan :)
Definitely the best review of this bike. I’m getting one next week and I’ll be back to comment 🎉
Thanks fredo ... looking forward to hear what you think 🤔
Best wishes mark
15hp, water cooled, 6 gears, ABS front and rear, backlit switchgear, keyless ignition, proper fuel gauge, temp gauge and all that for £3,100. What's the catch?
It looks like a baboon.
Made in China
Great review Mark. As a 52 year old who suffers from chronic pain, lower back problems. Which one would be more comfortable ie less stress on the back. The u1 or g1. Thanks
Hi Craig both the same really ...both are nice and upright ...the g1 has the most comfortable seat
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks Mark 👌
I have the u1 and have the same back problems even after a back op and the u1 is ok for me
Got one had it 2 weeks love it to bits
Thanks Dean .. glad all is going well :)
I do motorways on my Yamaha majesty s 125, no issues at all,
First thing I’d replace if I owned one of these is the headstock bearings for high quality roller bearings,
Great review as always Many could learn from it. I've seen one in theflesh and the finish as you say is superb
Now that is a decent looking bike! Makes you wonder, if they can make a decent, modern 125, how long will it be before they are making decent 600’s 1000’s etc.
One fantastic 125 cc zones zt u really like super review mark 👍best 125ive seen in a long time
Thanks Andrew ....me too ..it's amazing how much they have improved :)
Nice review mark👍 zontes bikes are impressive.
Many thanks 👍
It may be 1st class on many aspects, but they reach in price 75% from a japanese ! After 2 years and 6000 miles, rust under is everywhere !!!
Thank you. Great review, very clear.
Brilliant review for Chinese motorcycle look like they are doing alot better then
Lexmoto ls-n 125cc. what are they like all year round with are great lovely British weather, is it worth going Chinese when the Yamaha range ain't far off the price of a bike no one has ever heard of . The bike looks amazing
These are very well built , equivalent to japanese I would say ,and don't forget that many " japanese. 125s " are now made in china / Thailand anyway cheers mark
@@markpulling12 very ttrue, but when you hear Yamaha or Honda the first thing you think of it reliable and quality. Zontes have not got there yet, but I am still thinking about getting one I wish them all the best with sale. I feel they have a long way to go.
Looking at this as my first bike at 45, looks amazing!
Yes it's a great first bike
Highly recommended one
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 out of this and the zt125 u which do you prefer?
@@AgeingRaver I'd go for the u1 it's a bit more versatile with its knobbly tyres for bad weather
@@markpulling12 nice one. Seriously looking forward to my new adventure!
same. 35 here...thinking of getting a 125 as a cheap commuter
So the Norden 901 does not have a hazard lights switch yet this one does…
Really impressive this bike, the details how it was built!! just the last question! What is the top speed? We don't expect too much 130 would be great!
Hi top speed is 75 mph /120 kmh ...it's hitting the rev limiter in top gear at that speed ...not bad for a 125 :). Regards mark
Hi, love your videos....how would you compare this bike to the zontes Gk 125..???
Hi it has the same engine so it has the same performance...the u1 has a more off road feel to it ...both are great 👍 just depends what style you prefer
Cheers mark
Hello Mark! Nagyon tetszik ez a motor! Ha kirándulni szeretnék vele, egyszerre 50 - 100 km-t (~30 - 60 mp) bírná a 7000 fordulatot percenként tartósan? Üdvözlet, Robert
szia robert igen, hogy a fordulatszám és a motor fordulatszáma megfelelő lenne erre az időtartamra ... a 125cc-t erre tervezték
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@@markpulling12 Szia Mark! Köszönöm a gyors választ és a videót a motorról! Üdvözlet Magyarországról
Excellent review thanks,decided I will order one to replace my tnt that “sorry mate didn’t see you” wrote off inJune!
Hi Richard many thanks...I've ridden and reviewed the tnt great aswell
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 yes it was great fun, if I had ABS on the tnt I would go for one again, I have had my days of big bikes 350ypvs etc but the tiddlers are brilliant, plus I don’t get the aches I did from sports bikes, getting old !
@@richardsmith9210 lol I had a 350 LC 2 ypvs 1987
@@markpulling12 oh how I wish I had kept it! It was phenomenal!
I got one and like it alot but I think on one knows that there is a dual usb port on it
what would you choose, this or the k way 125 that you reviewed, I'm looking for a ''premium'' look, first timer.
Hi the keeway is nearly as good but the price of it has gone up here in the uk to nearly the price as the zontes so I'd say zontes all the way :)
Cheers mark
Thanks for the great review, what about riding with a pilion?
It's a tiny pillion seat ...it would be ok for short journeys if your passenger is small cheers mark
wish they did a bigger virsion mark, would take that really serious looks top marks, nice to see you back pal.
I agree ....a 250 cc version would be great !
i was meaning a 500/600 mark, would really stand out.@@markpulling12
Look at the 310R
great informative video, well done!
i am seriously thinking of getting this bike soon, dealers here only the 155 models tho' , looks the same with this 125
Nice looking bike almost nothing to replace...
Wish they make a higher cc of this..
Hi thanks ...zontes do make the 310 range :) cheers mark
Small capacity bikes make even more sense these days with extremely costly petrol.
Yes I agree 😊💯
Hallo , thx fpr that Video , is a great Bike , greetings from Germany ..Thanks
danke für den Kommentar grüße mark
I wish we had Zontes sold in Canada... maybe some day.....
Mark, what's your view on this Vs the zontes G1.. I prefer the look, I think of the 125, G1. Any outstanding differences as that, this, the keewayRKF and Benelli BN are all on my short list.
Hi James both those zontes ride much the same ...I like the look of the G1 and it's a nice size and rides very well...the keyway and benelli are nearly as good but I think the price of those has gone up a bit so I think you would be better off with the zontes .. they really are nice quality bikes cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks very much. I think I prefer the G1, just looks. But more mature. Is the build quality, switch gear etc all on the same par between the G1 and ZT1? Lastly, there's anyone you recommend and you get a referral fee etc, I'm happy when I'm buying to take a look at them as a supplier etc.
@@jamesoreilly9223 hi James yes switchgear all the same ....I use Poole Moto they are very good 👍
@@markpulling12 thank you again. When I've completed my CBT end of next month I'll take a look.
@Mark Pulling. Think I'm at the G1 Vs keewayRKF as my last two. There's still a price difference on those two models and around a 700-900 difference so may yet for for the keewayRKF as my first bike, for commuting, for two is years before upgrading.
I'd like to see that bike with a 250 cc displacement. Weighing 170 lbs. I could use the extra power! But overall, I am impressed with the design. I'd like to see what the scrambler model looks like too.
Yes with 250 cc that would be great
Really nice looking bike, love the wheels. How tall and heavy are you though as you look.just slightly too big for the bike and you don't look like a particularly big chap?
Ah 5ft 7.........wow so this bike is tiny....shame.
Yes Anthony it's not a big bike
But it's very good
Cheers mark
In your opinion what would be the best first bike between keeway rks, lexmoto lxs, and this bike? Just found about about zontes and your reviews for me really thinking about it
Hi if you can afford it definitely spend a bit more and get a zontes u u1 or g1 they are another level
Regards mark
@@markpulling12 I had thought that after seeing your review. Very interested now. Thanks👍
@@81bozzaboy if you're in the south check out Poole moto and mention me :)
@@markpulling12 I'm in Scotland near Glasgow☹️
@@81bozzaboy haha ok I'm sure there are dealers near you
So a year on how has this Chinese chocolate bike lasted? I really like the look of this and I'm torn between this and the svartpilen 125. Everyone tells me to stay away from the Chinese brands as I want to run it all year round as a work commute... any advice??
These are good bikes ...it's not mine this was a demo but I see many of these after a year still going fine but you just need to service them regularly and keep on top of the maintenance which is cheap and easy
Best regards mark
Nice looking little bike but it did look very small when you were on it. I see they do a 310 (believe it may be the same as BMW 310 engine) version is that one you’ll be testing?
hopefully if my local dealer has one on demo yes that 310 looks good regards mark
Lovely bike it's be nice with a wind guard on it
Smart models name too..zt125-U1..
U1= You Want😀
Hi just bought 1 when does the fan start kicking in when temp is high
Probably about 103/105 c ?
@@markpulling12ok thankyou , after watching your review i got one instead of the lxr looks a lot better
im not a biker, but have been looking into the cbt 125 thingey and i assumed anything chinese simply stay away from but looking at this zontes and the u125 im kinda changing my mind, , they look really really nice and you say the build qaulity is very good. apparently for what they are zontes in general are pretty quick also from what ive been told.
Hi virtually everything is made in China these days....the zontes bikes are amazing quality....try and have a look at one in the flesh and you'll see what I mean
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Hi ive seen afew up close and personal and your right they are well put together. and a bit cheaper insurance too than yamaha and the other premium brands which i was before being more drawn too however now a good 2nd hand zontes may be just the ticket, is it a bike you yourself have interest in ?im aware you have a bigger bike on a full licence
@@Rance-lb1in I bought myself one a couple of years ago for a run about
:) :)
@@markpulling12 oh great, you still habe it ?
Now thats more like it! I have owned 3 sinnis motorbikes, apache, blade and terrain.. and never again!! Very poorly made and underpowerd.. but that one looks great!. Defo making me consider chinnese bikes again..
Thanks Steve these are amazing ...you would think this was japanese :)
I was almost settled on the cb125f. Any thoughts between the two of them?
Hi George the zontes is very high spec for a Chinese bike ...keyless ignition , electric fuel cap etc etc ... the Honda is made in Thailand ... probably a better second hand buy if you don't want to spend too much ...but if you want the nicer ride I'd go for the zontes
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 the newer 2021 model is made im italy. If it was thailand id for sure go for the zontes. Ill have to spend more time thinking. Thanks for the answer
Have you had any problems with engine warning lights? 1 or 2 comments from people having problems with this, engine light cums on. bike looses power. Think the problem was the ecu? They get their bike back with light out all good then light cums back on and back to square one.. do you no if this fault has been resolved?
Steve this issue is well known throughout the dealership's....the early models engine light would come on in temps less than 5c air intake sensor....the dealers swapped the ECU for a modified one....the latest bikes won't be effected
Cheers mark
Greetings from Germany. I have the Zontes G1. Zontes is realy a good Bike
Thanks .. yes I have just reviewed the g1 ...it's very good :)
Regards mark
Hi Mark I doubt it can do 70mph, it's just as fast as the Grom if I'm being honest lol.
These have 14.5 hp the grom Is about 10 hp I believe ;)
Most of the 'high powered' 125 cc offerings from KTM, Yamaha and Honda will exceed 75mph. So i don't why this bike won't be the same. Obviously this is dependent on gearing etc.
@@captainaverage721 because its Chinese, it will never be as same level as let's say a Cb125r engine, though on paper they are identical. A Honda can hold redline all day long, it's just different.
@@jeremycubs8331 I'm afraid to tell you that so many Japanese and European engines are actually built in either China or the far East. BMW parallel twins are built by Loncin in China, Suzuki have an engine manufacturing plant in China, Harley Davidson have many of their components manufactured there to, my own Honda cb650r was manufactured in Thailand just next to the Triumph factory. Its not the country of origin that effects the reliability of the engine but the means of production and the quality control standards that are set in place.Its no longer a case of the Chinese are coming, they're here. This same xenophobic attitude was prevalent in the 70s with the Japanese and look what happened to the British car and bike industry.
@@captainaverage721 yep I'm aware of that, I just sold my Cb500f and it was made in Thailand,but the quality is still a Honda Though. I don't think manufacturer as big as Honda would jeopardise their reputation by using inferior materials with their units being Made in Thailand, if anything its more like assembled in Thailand but still its Japanese nonetheless.
Excellent review
Looking for a 125 post CBT to commute on for a while before potentially moving up to a 'bigger bike'. How are these for folks over 6ft tall?
Hi James leg room is fine but it's quite a close reach from seat to bars but not really a problem ...these are great bikes cheers mark
hello!!Can you tell me please if you prefer this model than the g1 scrambler???What do you choose??
Hi id go for this model the u1...id say its a little bit more versatile :)
cheers mark
@@markpulling12 you mean somehow... that is more flexible..!I'm just afraid that it looks like a mini 50 cc bike.... Because the scrambler for sure it looks bigger..!
@@takis4954 I mean more able to take on light trails etc ...or if the weather is bad snow ice etc it's riding position and off road styling maybe be better but they all ride very well and use the same engine ...I agree the scrambler looks great
@@markpulling12 thanks a lot..!
How does it behave long term though?
Very well ..owners are giving very positive reviews on these
Regards mark
@@markpulling12 thanks for the response!
Love that bike
Hi am 50 with full licence and would be more than happy own one
Me too donald ...I'm 50 too :)
Hi Donald , I'm 65 and just bought one afew months ago. Absolutely brilliant bike. Will post a review comment shortly on this page and cover more aspects.
Thanks for the video iv just placed my order on one 😁
These are amazing
Great choice Cheers mark
Very Good review🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️ and very helpful to new buyers like me🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️Thank you very much🦃
you should test the new herald mirage
Good looking machine,£4000 for a Chinese bike though.Mmmm I got my Keeway RKF due to great reviews ,nice build quality all for £2200.If I get bored of the RKF I may be tempted if they lower the price.
I said in the video these are £3099
So not too expensive :)
Cheers mark
My bad,for just over 3 grand looks a bargain for the spec.
@@Thunderstruck69695 thanks Glen ....these are selling fast at the moment ...they really are great
The tires look very Pirelli Scorpion like
That is a good looking bike 👌
Thanks Frank ....I'm surprised ...it's lovely to ride ... chinese bikes are getting very good now :)
First 2 comments on a Zontes from Ducati owners lol.
Very nice
Is there any chance to get these simple handguards seperatly? I can't find a dealer or just one online offer for these items. ??? (I would like to put them on my G1!!!)
Maybe try contacting zontes via Facebook I find them quite helpful :)
Thx. Good idea. I'll give it a try. 👍🏍️
@@markpulling12 I asked Zontes directly and they answered quite quick. Unfortunaly they are not able to send me spare parts to germany for bikes, which are not mentioned to be sold in the german market - and the 125 U1 is not available here...... so these handguards too...
@@deeno_berlin ok that's a shame have a try on zontes owners forums
Great vid, Sinnis T125 please 👍
Thanks for the comment cheers mark
when you on the road is it possible to the engine off button by mistake ,
No it would be hard to do that ...I've never had it happen to me
Cheers mark
Can you charge the bikebatterie? What about charging your smartphone I heard of it...
Hi yes these have a lithium battery so yes you can charge it with a suitable charger .....I think there is a usb on the bike to charge your phone
Best regards mark
@@markpulling12 thanks for answering! Okay, I will look soon to buy this:) Do you know the difference, between zontes 125u to Zontes 125u1?!? Best regards from Switzerland
@@Nicola_aaa hi the u is basically the same bike but with road tyres..... the u1 has semi knobbly tyres if you wanted to do a little bit off road ...I would say the u1 is the better choice ... thanks Mark
@@markpulling12 OK THANKS I will choose U1! Great Video you did!
@@Nicola_aaa thanks ... greetings to switzerland !
Any news on Zontes doing a bigger cc like 250 or 310..?
Zontes do a 310 in a couple of variants already :)
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Ture, but I’d love them to do a 310cc version of this ZT U1..!
I think the styling is fantastic.
@@mattdyer4533 yes it looks awesome :)
I like this bike
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Is this high enough for people around ~190cm (6,2 feet) tall
Hi Daniel it's not a big bike...you could ride it but you'll be big on it ...have a look at the herald maverick 125
Cheers mark
I thinks its preety cool bike. In my opionion should have desk like in duke. But still in my opinion great moto and i think can be better choice than svartpilen 125. Is much cheaper and only litle bit more ugly.
Seeing the thumbnail thought it was a Ktm.
Yes it does look smart Dave :)
Yep looks like a KTM
What's the price in the market 2021?
Approx £3k
How is it possible to unlock the sportmodus to get 18 HP?
Sorry it doesn't have a locked sport mode ...you may get a tiny bit more power with an aftermarket exhaust...but I've never heard of these producing 18 hp
Best regards mark
Could you maybe try out the z125?
kawasaki
Will do ....I like the look of the z125 :)
@@markpulling12 great :)
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