@Jamie watson I was torn between the u1 and u. The reason I chose the u was the colour. I got the grey and red option which I think looks great. They only had the orange one in stock of the U1, which is still awesome but I would have preferred the black and yellow
Having my CBT on June 4th and II'v chosen the Zontes U1 mostly cuz it has all the protective stuff thus saving me on mods but fell in love with the U version and as the U1 looks similar and has the needed stuff it was my pick will admit the G version looks neat as well :)
How you getting on with the bike 10 months on.... what's the mpg like and how well does it sit at 70mph on the duel roads.... Moonrakers on Oak Street should be getting more in soon and I like the look of the g1 and the adventure version like this u1... Smart colours nice looks and seams to have the most torque out of all 125cc... Apologies for all the questions and thanks for the post... Nice to hear a Norfolk accent...
Nice looking bike but i think the G2 is more my style only because id have issues getting my leg over the back end seems quite high. And I suffer with sciatica and muscle weakness on my left side.. But i ride a Honda Varadero now which is a big 125.
Hi Mean any issues that we have to worry before buying one of these or you are happy overall? tnx for your video we all like zontes as long as its good build :)
The only issues I have with mine which is a U is the number plate hanger. The mount gets in the way of the chain a bit for maintainence and uses the threaded holes needed for the bobbins for a paddock stand. I'm looking a fitting the one off the U1 this way I don't void the warranty. The other niggle is there are no hook on points for strapping down anything on the pillion and I'm not fitting a rack it's not a CBF. And that's is it. Oh one other thing is I'm not getting enough time to ride lol.
I'm with MCE I have a clean licence, it's £34 a month which was about £285 if I paid the year in full that's with 2 years NCD and I'm 46. However afterwards Lexham quoted me £184 a year. The bike is parked in a shared car park locked with a insurance approved alarmed disc lock plus another massive lock and covered and I live in a low crime area. All insurance is based on an individual basis so my price is meaningless to anyone else.
@@Mean-bj8wp Hey. Nice Video😃. I have some questions because I didn't understand everything (Germany) What is the realistic consumption? reach? Top speed? Thank you 😀
@@pascal4663 hi, I've had 77mph (124kmh) and I'm quite tall and heavy,. I get about 105 mpg (37kml) that's the same on eco and sport mode which I think is good because I do ride aggressively.
I'm between the benelli 125 and the zontes 125u do I go for the zontes, great looking and as I ve searched its value for money with no problems do y agree?
Out of the 2 the Zontes is by far the better bike,. I recommend a look at the Keeway RKF, it uses a Benelli engine but unlike the Benelli BN 125 which is air cooled it's a liquid cooled multi valve multi spark engine. www.keeway.co.uk/new-bikes/bike/2021-keeway-rkf-125cc-e5-745
@@Mean-bj8wp thanks for your response zontes is definitely the most good looking bike I ve seen by far , does it has decent acceleration and top speed?
@@legacyfightclub3153 that depends on the size of the rider but it's pretty good. I've never Che ked the acceleration times but for a 125 it's right up the top. I've had 77mph out of mine but I'm tall and heavy.
If you can I recommend going to a dealer and having a real close look get right into it. I've had the bike since December and ridden through all weathers. It's been caked in dirt and muck off the roads and salt and crap from the gritting and there's no rust not anywhere. So apart from being cheap with stunning looks and brilliant to ride its built properly with quality materials. I highly recommend the Zontes ZT125-U, ZT125-U1 and ZT125-G1 they're all equally as good.
I went from Keeway superlight (loved it but slow) to Yamaha Wr125x (current bike). My only concern is that I want the zontes you have, but concerned about corrosion on nuts etc. Please please advise me there is nothing to worry about
It's every bit as as good as your WR when it comes to fixings. Personally if it was a choice between a WR and a ZT-U I would go for the WR especially if its the SM.
It's a lead for a Oxford oximiser the sort of thing you use when a bike don't get used like in winter to keep the battery tip top. My dealer fits the lead to the U and U1 models as they are totally keyless as the seat lock is keyless as well. It makes things easier if the battery dies. www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/470768?gclid=CjwKCAjwwqaGBhBKEiwAMk-FtMe61jFh3cgExWS1q-O7GjuOyqpImJuRLkr7DBUMJfwhHRm5573Y-hoCyHUQAvD_BwE
I've had 77mph so far, I'm 6'2" stocky and with all my gear on I'm about 19 stone I'm more than happy with that as it's a hyper naked. The engine feels great.
@@Mean-bj8wp nice, more than enough, I am waiting for the local dealer to have the G1X to see in person, after that I will pull the trigger 😁 Thanks for the info
@@rui518 good choice. The G1 may be a bit quicker because of the seating position the U and U1 is a very upright seating position but the G1 has a longer tank so you can tuck down better.
@@Mean-bj8wp it's possible and I am a bit shorter 6ft and 85kilos, that can also help, the reason is the G1X it's for the looks, love the scrambler style, the u is too screaming for me.
Does your ABS light always stay on? And have you had any issues with the temperature sensor triggering your EML? Apparently it’s fixed now on the new batches
The ABS light goes off when you start moving after starting the bike. Yes I had the air intake temperature fault P0111 and I was the 1st in the UK to bring it to zontes attention. Zontes under warranty replaced the ECU with anew one mapped for colder weather and all is good. I may add that even thought there was a fault it on now way causes any damage to the engine it's simply a software issue with the ECU.
@@Mean-bj8wp thanks for the info buddy 😁 hopefully my new one will have issue already fixed as I live about an hour and a half away from the dealership I bought it from. Last question if you don’t mind. I’ve just passed my CBT and the G1 will be my first ever bike. I noticed you have L plates on the back but not front. Did you take it off just for the video or do you ride with it off anyway (I won’t tell anyone lol) I’m hoping to pass the full licence in a few months after I’ve gained some road experience. Keep up the vids mate and the updates on the bike. I’ll be putting some of mine on my channel “steelmanoutdoors” when I get it 😁
@@TheCowie23uk I ride with just the rear L plate as I don't do anything to bring attention to myself and get pulled. Basically from behind I look OK to a cop, and no cop is going to turn around just for a missing L plate on the front. Basically I ride sensibly in built up areas as everyone should where you're most likely to see a cop and keep the fun to the country road's. Never been pulled for a L plate. I will be doing more vids when I get a helmet cam as doing it on my phone is awkward.
Well, sudden change of plan. The G1 has been delayed by another month, so I went to a dealer today and bought a U!! Should be delivered within the next 5 days. Can’t wait
Its a great. Really good build quality and very good performance. Its a great street bike but don't expect it to have the top speed like a YZF or GSXR because it's a hyper naked. I would say closest bike I would compare it to would be a KTM Duke.
@@vikingmusicindeed432 it has 14.6hp as per the restrictions of the provisional licence here in the UK although I believe that's restricted from 18 via the ECU.
@@Mean-bj8wp I'd happily have the extra couple of pounds of weight for the convenience of a centre stand. My FZ6 had a 4 into 1 into 2 discretely tucked away and still had room for a centre stand. This bike doesn't have an enclosed chain either just a stack of gizmos that are great til they go wrong. My dream 125 would that stunning Zontes engine in a CB250RS, a fine looking bike!
@@tombartram7384 I get that on the FZ6 but when you only have 15hp to play with adding more weight is a big disadvantage. Paddock stands do a better job of lifting the bike for maintainence/cleaning so I'm happy to do without.
Seat height is 795mm. The bike may seem small to look at but I'm 6'2" and fit absolutely fine not cramped at all. The G1 is bigger though but is a street scrambler.
Depends on height and weight of the rider. I'm 6'2" and with all my gear on 19 stone, I wear a helmet with a peak and a large bag on my back both causing drag and I had 77mph on the speedo on the flat on a windless day tucked.
As I have said these bikes have a high build quality using good quality materials my bike will be going strong years later. The big brands do have a high resale value but it's only because of the name not because they're better, not anymore. unless they have been very well looked after which be honest most haven't. Then just like any other bike they just go wrong. I've owned many Honda's, yamaha's suzuki's and kawasaki's from 125's upto 1100's and they all developed problems my.
Great to have an update on this bike 👍🏻 and pleased to hear it's still going strong.
Convinced me on buying one!
It really does look stunning. Congrats to you on your bike!
Love your bike..
I've just ordered the Zt125- G1...👌👌
Ordered a G1. Can’t wait to get it. Thanks for the info in this. Good to know it’s still going strong
@Jamie watson I’m sure you’ll love it. I ended up getting a U not the G1. I love it great bike
@Jamie watson I was torn between the u1 and u. The reason I chose the u was the colour. I got the grey and red option which I think looks great. They only had the orange one in stock of the U1, which is still awesome but I would have preferred the black and yellow
@Jamie watson thanks dude. You’ll love it when you get it. Safe riding man 🤘
This Is exactly the video I was searching!!
Having my CBT on June 4th and II'v chosen the Zontes U1 mostly cuz it has all the protective stuff thus saving me on mods but fell in love with the U version and as the U1 looks similar and has the needed stuff it was my pick will admit the G version looks neat as well :)
Great review, ordering one myself in a few weeks 👍
How you getting on with the bike 10 months on.... what's the mpg like and how well does it sit at 70mph on the duel roads....
Moonrakers on Oak Street should be getting more in soon and I like the look of the g1 and the adventure version like this u1...
Smart colours nice looks and seams to have the most torque out of all 125cc...
Apologies for all the questions and thanks for the post... Nice to hear a Norfolk accent...
thanks m8t, I have just received my zt 125-u
Nice looking bike but i think the G2 is more my style only because id have issues getting my leg over the back end seems quite high. And I suffer with sciatica and muscle weakness on my left side.. But i ride a Honda Varadero now which is a big 125.
Hi Mean any issues that we have to worry before buying one of these or you are happy overall?
tnx for your video we all like zontes as long as its good build :)
The only issues I have with mine which is a U is the number plate hanger. The mount gets in the way of the chain a bit for maintainence and uses the threaded holes needed for the bobbins for a paddock stand. I'm looking a fitting the one off the U1 this way I don't void the warranty. The other niggle is there are no hook on points for strapping down anything on the pillion and I'm not fitting a rack it's not a CBF. And that's is it. Oh one other thing is I'm not getting enough time to ride lol.
tnx for your reply.
well i guess its mostly one person comuter with short pillon ride maybe.
I am curious what is your take on engine break-in
🍀👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🍀 U1🙂👋
Hi great video,can I ask how much is your insurance on this bike
I'm with MCE I have a clean licence, it's £34 a month which was about £285 if I paid the year in full that's with 2 years NCD and I'm 46. However afterwards Lexham quoted me £184 a year. The bike is parked in a shared car park locked with a insurance approved alarmed disc lock plus another massive lock and covered and I live in a low crime area. All insurance is based on an individual basis so my price is meaningless to anyone else.
@@Mean-bj8wp thanks for the info 👍
@@Mean-bj8wp Hey. Nice Video😃.
I have some questions because I didn't understand everything (Germany) What is the realistic consumption?
reach?
Top speed?
Thank you 😀
@@pascal4663 hi, I've had 77mph (124kmh) and I'm quite tall and heavy,. I get about 105 mpg (37kml) that's the same on eco and sport mode which I think is good because I do ride aggressively.
I'm between the benelli 125 and the zontes 125u do I go for the zontes, great looking and as I ve searched its value for money with no problems do y agree?
Out of the 2 the Zontes is by far the better bike,. I recommend a look at the Keeway RKF, it uses a Benelli engine but unlike the Benelli BN 125 which is air cooled it's a liquid cooled multi valve multi spark engine.
www.keeway.co.uk/new-bikes/bike/2021-keeway-rkf-125cc-e5-745
@@Mean-bj8wp thanks for your response zontes is definitely the most good looking bike I ve seen by far , does it has decent acceleration and top speed?
@@legacyfightclub3153 that depends on the size of the rider but it's pretty good. I've never Che ked the acceleration times but for a 125 it's right up the top. I've had 77mph out of mine but I'm tall and heavy.
It looks a much better quality brand than sinnis. I am so tempted with one of these..
If you can I recommend going to a dealer and having a real close look get right into it. I've had the bike since December and ridden through all weathers. It's been caked in dirt and muck off the roads and salt and crap from the gritting and there's no rust not anywhere. So apart from being cheap with stunning looks and brilliant to ride its built properly with quality materials. I highly recommend the Zontes ZT125-U, ZT125-U1 and ZT125-G1 they're all equally as good.
hi pal I've finally got my zt-u. when you bought yours was the gears very clunky/ noisy my are
Yeah a bit but after the 1st service things smooth out.
I went from Keeway superlight (loved it but slow) to Yamaha Wr125x (current bike). My only concern is that I want the zontes you have, but concerned about corrosion on nuts etc. Please please advise me there is nothing to worry about
It's every bit as as good as your WR when it comes to fixings. Personally if it was a choice between a WR and a ZT-U I would go for the WR especially if its the SM.
is the journey with the passenger comfortable enough?
Wouldn't know as I'm on a CBT so can't carry a pillion.
is that a battery charger lead on the left-hand side
It's a lead for a Oxford oximiser the sort of thing you use when a bike don't get used like in winter to keep the battery tip top. My dealer fits the lead to the U and U1 models as they are totally keyless as the seat lock is keyless as well. It makes things easier if the battery dies.
www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/470768?gclid=CjwKCAjwwqaGBhBKEiwAMk-FtMe61jFh3cgExWS1q-O7GjuOyqpImJuRLkr7DBUMJfwhHRm5573Y-hoCyHUQAvD_BwE
Hi. Is there an alarm and remote start on the engine?
No alarm although it does have the wiring to fit one. No remote start, I don't understand why anyone would want remote start.
Question, what top speed does it have after these miles? How does the engine feel?
I've had 77mph so far, I'm 6'2" stocky and with all my gear on I'm about 19 stone I'm more than happy with that as it's a hyper naked. The engine feels great.
@@Mean-bj8wp nice, more than enough, I am waiting for the local dealer to have the G1X to see in person, after that I will pull the trigger 😁
Thanks for the info
@@rui518 good choice. The G1 may be a bit quicker because of the seating position the U and U1 is a very upright seating position but the G1 has a longer tank so you can tuck down better.
@@Mean-bj8wp it's possible and I am a bit shorter 6ft and 85kilos, that can also help, the reason is the G1X it's for the looks, love the scrambler style, the u is too screaming for me.
@@rui518 I would have got the G1 but had been riding a scrambler for 2 years and wanted a street bike but was very very very close to getting a G1.
Top speed?
Does your ABS light always stay on? And have you had any issues with the temperature sensor triggering your EML? Apparently it’s fixed now on the new batches
The ABS light goes off when you start moving after starting the bike. Yes I had the air intake temperature fault P0111 and I was the 1st in the UK to bring it to zontes attention. Zontes under warranty replaced the ECU with anew one mapped for colder weather and all is good. I may add that even thought there was a fault it on now way causes any damage to the engine it's simply a software issue with the ECU.
@@Mean-bj8wp thanks for the info buddy 😁 hopefully my new one will have issue already fixed as I live about an hour and a half away from the dealership I bought it from. Last question if you don’t mind. I’ve just passed my CBT and the G1 will be my first ever bike. I noticed you have L plates on the back but not front. Did you take it off just for the video or do you ride with it off anyway (I won’t tell anyone lol) I’m hoping to pass the full licence in a few months after I’ve gained some road experience. Keep up the vids mate and the updates on the bike. I’ll be putting some of mine on my channel “steelmanoutdoors” when I get it 😁
@@TheCowie23uk I ride with just the rear L plate as I don't do anything to bring attention to myself and get pulled. Basically from behind I look OK to a cop, and no cop is going to turn around just for a missing L plate on the front. Basically I ride sensibly in built up areas as everyone should where you're most likely to see a cop and keep the fun to the country road's. Never been pulled for a L plate. I will be doing more vids when I get a helmet cam as doing it on my phone is awkward.
@@Mean-bj8wp thanks mate appreciate your honesty 👍
Well, sudden change of plan. The G1 has been delayed by another month, so I went to a dealer today and bought a U!! Should be delivered within the next 5 days. Can’t wait
I’ve order one to play around on.
"Kwally - eeh" ?
Is it a good bike bro? I would love to have your opinion
Its a great. Really good build quality and very good performance. Its a great street bike but don't expect it to have the top speed like a YZF or GSXR because it's a hyper naked. I would say closest bike I would compare it to would be a KTM Duke.
@@Mean-bj8wp it has really 18 HP like his brother u1 155? Is really amazing and beautiful. Are you satisfied?
@@vikingmusicindeed432 it has 14.6hp as per the restrictions of the provisional licence here in the UK although I believe that's restricted from 18 via the ECU.
@@Mean-bj8wp it's super enough for 125cc
Is this euro 5 or 4 ?
Euro 5.
Centre stand?
No centre stand lol. This is a hyper naked street/sport bike and centre stands are heavy and the exhaust underneath the bike.
@@Mean-bj8wp I'd happily have the extra couple of pounds of weight for the convenience of a centre stand. My FZ6 had a 4 into 1 into 2 discretely tucked away and still had room for a centre stand. This bike doesn't have an enclosed chain either just a stack of gizmos that are great til they go wrong. My dream 125 would that stunning Zontes engine in a CB250RS, a fine looking bike!
@@tombartram7384 I get that on the FZ6 but when you only have 15hp to play with adding more weight is a big disadvantage. Paddock stands do a better job of lifting the bike for maintainence/cleaning so I'm happy to do without.
How about the height?
Is it small?
wondering the same thing I'm 6'2 but it looks decent height
Seat height is 795mm. The bike may seem small to look at but I'm 6'2" and fit absolutely fine not cramped at all. The G1 is bigger though but is a street scrambler.
@@harveyp9163 I'm 6'2" and I fit absolutely fine not cramped in any way.
is one of the biggest bikes from 125 category
Hi mate, whats the top speed on the flat?
Depends on height and weight of the rider. I'm 6'2" and with all my gear on 19 stone, I wear a helmet with a peak and a large bag on my back both causing drag and I had 77mph on the speedo on the flat on a windless day tucked.
@@Mean-bj8wp cheers mate
£1000 cheaper you pay for later in life. Honda , Yamaha etc will still be going strong years later and resale value will be better.
As I have said these bikes have a high build quality using good quality materials my bike will be going strong years later. The big brands do have a high resale value but it's only because of the name not because they're better, not anymore. unless they have been very well looked after which be honest most haven't. Then just like any other bike they just go wrong. I've owned many Honda's, yamaha's suzuki's and kawasaki's from 125's upto 1100's and they all developed problems my.
How do you know?
Please, tell the real fuel consumption