The Zontes ZT125-U1 is an entry-class hyper naked-sport motorcycle in the Zontes motorcycle & scooter lineup. The motorcycle is categorized as a hyper adventure sport that showcases a cutting-edge and sharp design, a unique blend of streetfighter styling and, adventure riding features that altogether gave it a distinctive ADV-like profile. Besides a decently performing feature-rich engine, the motorcycle also comes with a bundle of advanced features.

Furthermore, the motorcycle also features a highly competent wheel, brake, and suspension setup and sporty upright ergonomics making it a moderately capable to deal with common paved and unpaved situations. Therefore, the motorcycle showcases a unique appearance and offers exclusive adventure riding ergonomics that undoubtedly can draw attention in the crowd as a hyper-sport mini street-ADV machine.

Zontes ZT125-U1 – Physical Attributes:

Zontes ZT125-U1 is an entry-level adventure motorcycle showcased in the Zontes motorcycle and scooter lineup. It’s a uniquely designed modern street adventure motorcycle that seamlessly combines naked sport styling with the latest advanced technical enhancements. The motorcycle combines premium streetfighter ergonomics with hyper ADV features and that set it apart from both regular dual-sport and street-naked motorcycles. 

The ZT125-U1 proudly features a unique streetfighter ergonomics and draws inspiration from hardcore ADV motorcycles of the present era. It solely designed in accordance with European design principles and constructed carefully to meet strict European specifications. Consequently, the motorcycle comes with solid exterior profile and it ensures superior build quality

However, the unique design of the motorcycle starts from its front assembly that features a robo-face headlamp assembly, a high-raised front wheel fender, and integrated handguards like trendy ADV motorcycles. The entire setup gave the motorcycle a unique aggressive look from the front. However, the headlamp assembly features vertically aligned double-pit projection headlamps, integrated LED DRLs inside, and LED turn indicators mounted on both sides. 

Above the assembly, the ODO mounted on a naked cockpit in parallel to the pipe handlebar. The ODO is a TFT console that shows a wide range of parameters and has accessibility with dedicated switches mounted on the handlebars. Meanwhile, the fuel tank cap and seat unlocking are also electronically controlled by the dedicated switches mounted on the handlebar and most attractively the motorcycle also features a keyless operation and integrated anti-theft security system, that is cool. 

Next, the motorcycle comes with a large fuel tank that features a multi-scalped design and the sharp shrouds extended up to the engine underbelly pan. On the front side panels, it also has integrated heavy crash guards that is great. In the rear, the tail of the motorcycle is absolutely compact that features a compact step-up split seat and very minimal tail panel under the seat. Meanwhile, the tail ends just at the passenger seat featuring a panel-matted LED tail lamp underneath the seat.

A separate extension arm holds the rear turn indicators and a tiny registration plate hanger over the naked and exposed rear wheel. That means the motorcycle lacks conventional mudguards both at the rear and in the front. The wheels of the motorcycle feature high-tensile cast aluminum rims and spoked wheels. The block pattern ADV tire really looks cool. Lastly, along with titanium underbelly exhaust setup the motorcycle gorgeously boasts a sharp, edgy, and cutting-edge profile that is absolutely unique for sure.

Zontes ZT125-U1 – Frame, Wheel, Brake, & Suspension System:

The Zontes ZT125-U1 is a hyper adventure motorcycle that is constructed on a Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel trellis frame and a robust Anti-Squat Aluminum Forged Swingarm. The wheels are fitted with DOT-rated aluminum alloy rims and high-tensile SS spokes. The tires are wider-profile, tubeless-type, and semi-knobbed dual-terrain ADV tires. 

The braking system hydraulic disc type on both wheels. Additionally, a dual-channel BOSCH ABS system added here to enhance the braking performance. In the suspension system, the motorcycle features a highly responsive USD hydraulic telescopic fork system at the front and at the rear, it has a gas-charged and adjustable mono suspension unit. 

Zontes ZT125-U1 – Engine Performance & Features:

Zontes ZT125-U1 is a unique machine that comes with hyper street-adventure style featuring a decently powerful and performance-oriented engine. It’s a 123.7cc single-cylinder, four-stroke, water-cooled, SOHC 4-valve engine fitted with BOSCH fuel injection system. The nickel carbide-plated single-cylinder engine has a bore and stroke of 58.0mm x 56.7mm and a compression ratio of 12.5:1. 

Here the clutch system is a manual multi-plate wet slipper clutch, and the transmission consists of a 6-speed gearbox arranged in the pattern of 1-N-2-3-4-5-6. Relatively, the engine starting is featured with an electric start system only.

In the power and performance, the Zontes ZT125-U1’s Euro-V compliant engine has better optimized for smoother power delivery, sharp acceleration, and efficient fuel economy. As a result, this engine is tuned to deliver a maximum power output of 14.48BHP at 8,500RPM and a torque of 13Nm at 7,000RPM.

Zontes ZT125-U1 – Target Customer:

Zontes ZT125-U1 is a stylish street ADV motorcycle that comes with unique hyper ADV styling and a bundle of premium and exclusive features. It's a feature-rich modern-day commuter and it seamlessly combines streetfighter ergonomics with adventure riding elements. Therefore, it's an attention-grabber on city roads. Its performance-oriented engine makes it suitable for daily commuting and some occasional weekend rides in both urban and rural areas. Thus, this entry-level machine is featured for young adventure riders.

Zontes ZT125-U1 – Rivals in the market:

CFMoto 125NK

Honda CB150X

Yamaha XSR125

Speeder Countryman

Generic Cafe Racer 165