★ 2022 ZONTES GK 125 REVIEW ★| ZT 125 GK |

A review on the new zontes gk 125
couple of corrections fuel tank is 17 litres seat height is 770 mm
kindly loaned by poole moto
poolemoto.co.uk/
zontes zt125 gk review

[@melfzs]

Hi Mark, we bought the GK last week, it's my wife's bike but I've been running it in for her as I'm retired and can spend the day's carefully running it in and taking my time with it, and what a cracking little bike it is! So comfortable, I've done 150 miles a day on it with a few coffee and cake stops to give it a break. 326 miles so far and still not hit the last two segments on the fuel gauge! Amazing fuel consumption, it runs along very easily now at 50mph, and keeps up with traffic easily. The mirrors give a really clear view as well, unusual for bar end mirrors! I've not enjoyed a bike so much on A and B roads for ages, it handles beautifully and is so light, I'm so impressed with it, I've asked our dealer can he get the GK350 in for a test ride , it must be excellent going off how good the 125 is ! I own three other bikes but one may have to go to make room for a 350 ! Based purely on your review this is the first time we've bought a bike without a test ride, glad to say it was worth taking the chance . Cheers Mel .

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Mel glad it's going really well Best wishes mark

[@denisg4288]

Hi Mark Had the G1 for a year before I passed my test. Looks very similar to this. Absolutely fantastic bike. Zontes quality is a match for the big four. Only downside is resale value due to the prejudice against Chinese bikes. Possibly deserved in some cases but also some are top notch. If you want a bike to do CBT, test etc, you lose a lot of money. If you want a 125 to keep. Superb.

[@MauriceTarantulas]

Hope not want to sell mine soon.

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Dennis yes I agree these are great 👍

[@sobek]

@@MauriceTarantulas can sell it to me *wink wink*

[@lukedenison9806]

Another great review. 👍 The G1 is near perfect, so I don’t know why Zontes have messed around with it adding the electronic start to create the GK. There are numerous reported problems with the electronic start on the U and U1. They may well have just made the G1 more desirable and bumped up the residual value of them. Fine by me as I own a G1!

[@markpulling12]

Great comment Luke 👍

[@lukedenison9806]

@@markpulling12 You should think about getting some merchandise to sell Mark. I see a t-shirt with a picture of you giving a thumbs up and a speech bubble containing “no hunting or surging”. Lol I’d buy that!

[@markpulling12]

@@lukedenison9806 pmsl Luke 👍 No surging hehe 😋🤤

[@JDMz]

The keyless isn't the same as the u1. It's the same as the 310m scooter. Witch is very reliable.

[@TheAnger46]

Thanks Mark, I think you're the very first UK video on the GK 125! This will be my first bike, I'm doing my CBT mid August and hsould have it with me days before or just on the day - I went for black :)

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks 👍

[@craigmusselwhite6112]

Not alot different to the g1 really just has all the u u1 features I'll stick with my key thanks.good review tho👍

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Craig yes this is very similar to the g1 in the way it rides

[@johnrocker2986]

Boy what a cracking machine perfect light, nimble and frugal also looks fabulous any youngster would be proud to own this machine.

[@thesilverfoxtravels6653]

That is a nice looking bike certainly for the price. The only thing that lets it down for me is the rather messy cabling particularly on the throttle side. 👍

[@Deathscythe39]

It's basically a G1 with added keyless ignition and fuel cap with a different dash which I am not a fan off tbh, I prefer the phantom one from G1. I will stick with my G1 as I absolutely love it

[@markpulling12]

Thanks for the comment....yes correct...I really enjoyed the g1 they are all great tbh I really like the styling if this new gk model cheers mark

[@Deathscythe39]

@@markpulling12 don't get me wrong Mark, the bike is fantastic, I love my G1 and since this is basically the same bike with added features I know it's also great. It's just that that dash and that paint scheme aren't my cup of tea. Maybe if it was all in black I would be more excited. I really love the G1 black on black colour and the phantom dash on it 🙂

[@TheAnger46]

@@Deathscythe39 There is a black on black in the official Zontes website! I should take delivery of it soon - I agree that no need to upgrade from G1 to GK, but not having either it felt like the GK was worth the upgrades, looks badass in all black with the grey logo in the tank! Also the chassis and protections are all blacked out on the GK vs G1

[@Deathscythe39]

@@TheAnger46 I don't disagree about the upgrades. In fact I wish G1 had the keyless tank and ignition like all the other models they have. But speaking about the colour, I like the black on black scheme and so far all I've seen it the ones Mark has in his reviews for GK 350 and now this. I know GK has a Black on Gold which looks amazing, just a shame that UK gets those 2 variants from what I recollect are 6 paint schemes

[@TheAnger46]

@@Deathscythe39 right! So the black GK125 is gloss black instead of matt and grey detailing instead of gold, compared against the GK350. Defo way to go!

[@cam5772]

Stuck between this and a G1 think I prefer to have a key

[@matteocollinvitti2001]

Mark i really have got to say that is a really cool review of my first bike that i will recive in couple days. Congrats and have a nice day

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Matteo great choice

[@stevengorrard1642]

Hi Mark, many thanks, will track down my local dealer and test one! Thanks again. Steve.

[@daddystu7046]

Thanks Mark. Very useful review. I'm holding on for a used G1 as new prices have increased too far for me.

[@rileenolan2823]

Hi Mark, long the videos that you produce always enjoyable to watch. I was wondering if you've heard of a Mondial HPS 300. Recently come across the brand and if I'm honest know very little about them however the bikes have an amazing look about them. I'd love for you to review one in the future if you ever come across one.

[@DatOldeBiker]

Thanks Mark, I'm happy that you corrected the seat height as many 125's are rather high for the shorter/slighter build rider. These bikes seem to be a very good budget option. I like the style of this one and I'd really be tempted to try one if there was a dealer nearer to me. :>)

[@stevecompton6283]

Strange, as I sat on one today and could only just about reach the floor flat footed. I'm 6ft. My son who is taller also found it a stretch.

[@norsehall309]

G'day Mark from Australia, time will tell with all motorcycles from China, they are trying very hard to brake in to the world market, their R&D has improved out of sight but improvements are needed in quality control and retooling, cheap to buy and a lot of fun, are they a Honda, not yet, maybe one day, great review mate, cheers Neil 🤠.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks Neil

[@peterwrench4416]

What a sweet little bike, gets up and goes as well. Unfortunately we can’t get one here in Australia.

[@williamfitzpatrick7248]

Great review mark,I must say you have the best job ever , getting to ride all these awesome motorcycles

[@markpulling12]

Thanks William yes it's good fun ....but alot of behind the scenes planning and editing:)

[@n3ddn3dd24]

Love the looks of the bike, come to think of it, the Benelli Leoncino 125 that kinda looks similar. Great video as usual

[@markpulling12]

Thanks the Leoncino is a great bike but this has nicer build quality:)

[@ianwatkins9260]

Great review Mark. This has made my mind up, GK ordered for after I do my CBT in November 👌

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Ian great choice.. what a bike for your start into motorcycling Good luck 😃

[@ianwatkins9260]

@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark, I'm looking forward to it. Your videos were so useful to me in my decision making so I really appreciate the work you put in.

[@ianwatkins9260]

And the bike has arrived here at home a couple of weeks before I do my CBT 🙂 I'm 6ft 1inch tall, 33 inch inside leg and I fit just perfect. Bike build quality is exceptional and nice and big and chunky. Super happy 👍

[@brettroman3218]

Very impressive Mark!thanks for the excellent review!

[@grahamebradford1028]

Good comprehensive review of what looks like a great 125. Thanks Mark

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks Grahame

[@kola100]

Mark, would love to see you test 400 and 500 Herald ?

[@desodonovan5861]

Great review as per usual Mark the Chinese are making very nice and affordable bikes with a lot of added extras. Regards Des

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Des this one is a beauty Regards mark

[@crumblymal8479]

That's one really nice looking and well put together bike there Mark really impressed don't know to much about this brand but from what I see there very good .Great review 👌

[@markpulling12]

Yes zontes are very nice bikes Great quality cheers mark

[@paulconnell5966]

A lot of of features for a 125,far more than my mondial pagani although I prefer the look of mine

[@simondemetriou7750]

Great review as ever Mark! Just wondering if you’ve any plans to test the Tiger Sport 660?

[@markpulling12]

Yes Simon ...I must get over to my local ish triumph dealer and try that one cheers mark

[@simondemetriou7750]

@@markpulling12 Great!

[@matthewgreen6746]

Hi mark great vid. Any chance you could get your hands on the new F.B Mondial Piega 125 and do your reveiw?

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Matthew...I'll see if poole moto are getting one in ..they look cool

[@shaunreid2182]

Hiya Mark, Great video as always 👍🏻 Could you do me a favour if you don't mind. If budget wasn't an issue, would you go this route or a Yamaha XSR125? I realise this has a higher spec, However it's still unproven over time and Chinese. So residuals aren't as strong. I really do like the Zontes but with the prices creeping up I don't think they offer the same VFM as when the G1 was launched just under 3k.

[@markpulling12]

Hi Shaun yes Yamaha... but not by a huge margin....but I don't know for sure but the Yamaha 125 s may well be built in places like Thailand etc

[@shaunreid2182]

@@markpulling12 cheers Mark I appreciate your input buddy, think your right about it be made in Thailand as the other main two 125's bikes they do are produced there. So that is something to consider, I hadn't thought about.

[@shaunreid2182]

Hope you're right Mark. I've ordered one of these in Matte black. 🤞🏻It's as good as you say and there's no issues.

[@markpulling12]

@@shaunreid2182 thanks Shaun....you'll love it

[@MauriceTarantulas]

Personally after 4+ hrs on the G1 was getting a sore ass. But then that might be not used to the longer journeys and I am a bit taller. (Plus have a sore Achilles). I found if I did 1hr stints was much better and could have done 6hrs perhaps... But for learning on has been a brill experience and yes you can take one to Wales! (And you can off road). Looks like the G1 specwise but with a nicer tft! I am tempted by the GK 350 but might choose something a bit larger like the Himi/scram.

[@Rick-ve5lx]

Four hours? Luxury! My Yamaha seat gives you 50-ish miles before you start cursing.

[@MauriceTarantulas]

@@Rick-ve5lx Well 4hrs with breaks but yeah I did 4+ hrs to Wales on the hottest day of the year. Started at 7am got there around 4ish. But had a few long breaks drinking iced water etc😜

[@jamesprice7470]

Really nice bike Mark looks great build quality spot on.

[@markpulling12]

Thanks James ..... awesome little bike

[@melfzs]

Nice review Mark , based on your review we're getting one for my wife, they're an impressive bike for the money, just a point on the fuel tank, yours is the second review that states a 21lt fuel tank, but the dealer said its 17 lts and the Zontes website also says 17lts , I'm curious as to how you think it's 21 lts ?

[@markpulling12]

Hi I did correct in the description that it is 17 liters...the reason it came about was I was the first one to review this bike even before any info had been written on it from zonted ...and I happened to find some info on the web saying 21 liters...but now know it's 17 cheers mark

[@melfzs]

@@markpulling12 Hi mark , I failed to notice your corrections , my apologies .

[@czarekp3552]

them 125's get sexier, and sexier.... and nothing beats looking death in the eyes, by riding a 125 close to its limit

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks 👍

[@Sambuca123456]

Pretty sure the weight in the book states its more like 161kg wet weight

[@kiaceratomadman]

Hi Mark it's mark from the Wirral Merseyside 👍 great KZbin video on zontes GK 125 great bike and i just love the zontes GK 350 really thinking of getting one myself really enjoyed watching your KZbin videos on motorcycles great details on each motorcycles that you are reviewing from 125cc upto 1000cc and above. Can you please find out if zontes is going to be doing anything bigger than GK 350 like 500cc 650cc as I'll be very interested in buying zontes GK motorcycles as they look great and good value for the money better than some motorcycles I've seen on the road. Just hope zontes do 500cc and above. But I'm seriously thinking of getting myself a zontes GK 350 when i asked you about it a few days ago what would you have zontes GK 350 or KTM Duke 370 if you remember me asking you about it.. 👍👍👍 i really enjoyed watching your KZbin videos on motorcycles mark you go into great details on each motorcycles 👍👍 thanks from mark from the Wirral Merseyside 👍👍

[@markpulling12]

Cheers mark ...no info on bigger bikes as of yet

[@kiaceratomadman]

@@markpulling12 hi Mark p👍👍 it's mark from the Wirral Merseyside ok no problems about zontes not doing any other motorcycle bigger than GK 350 maybe next year i hope. But anyway I'm serious of getting the zontes GK 350 motorcycle to start off with even though I've got AM and A on my driving licence think the zontes GK 350 will be a great starter motorcycle to have first and I'll be keeping it and save money up and I'll get a Suzuki sv650 naked or Kawasaki z650 naked just like the one you did a great review on or maybe a triumph trident naked. I prefer the naked motorcycles to be totally honest with you marky p👍👍 see if you can do a review on Suzuki sv650 if you can get hold of one, but you never know zontes may do a 500cc or 600cc next year fingers crossed 🤞for that i really hope so. Keep up the great work on motorcycles reviews i really enjoyed watching your KZbin videos on motorcycles reviews and you go into great details on each motorcycles and i really like that alot you really give me great information about each motorcycles especially the naked motorcycles i just love those naked motorcycles, and your motorcycles reviews i really appreciate your information about each of them very much appreciated marky p 👍👍 thanks from mark from the Wirral Merseyside 👍👍 i really enjoyed watching them 👍👍

[@markpulling12]

@@kiaceratomadman will do mark many thanks 👍

[@kiaceratomadman]

@@markpulling12 hi marky p 👍 sorry for a late reply back to you I was on my Xbox playing Euro truck simulator and i just didn't hear my phone beep. That would be great if you can get hold of a Suzuki sv 650 and do a review on that that would be great because you go into great details on each motorcycles 👍👍 that's why i really enjoyed watching your KZbin videos on motorcycles and i always give you a thumbs up on your reviews and keep up the great work very much appreciated 👍👍 thanks from mark from the Wirral Merseyside oh and i like the royal Enfield motorcycles aswell very classy with a modern twist to them very nice 👍👍👍 have you done reviews on BSA motorcycles between 350cc upto 600cc if there is any. Thanks from mark keep sending the motorcycles reviews out 👍👍👍 see you later on the next motorcycles reviews 👍👍

[@markpulling12]

@@kiaceratomadman hi no bsa reviews but may be able to get hold of the new gold star soon cheers mark

[@The_Arby]

Nice one Mark 🙂 Great looking 125 for the money 🙂

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks 👍👍

[@stevengorrard1642]

Hi Mark, would the Zontes GK 125 be a good starter bike if your new to geared motorcycles? Also what else should you consider if you don't want a tall bike. Would like to be flat footed (31'' leg). Many thanks, Steve.

[@markpulling12]

Hi Steve yes it would be perfect...very easy to ride smooth and responsive,also zontes g1 ..Honda cb125 f , I'd go for the gk myself it's a really nice bike cheers mark

[@t-poseanteaterthefirst8962]

Hi Mark, I'm really torn on what 125 to get for my first bike I'm really liking the look of this but I'm curious of any good alternatives And whether the g1 or the gk is better?

[@markpulling12]

Hi the g1 and gk are a brilliant choice ...they ride much the same ..very well made high spec bikes also maybe check out a used Honda cb125 f or Yamaha Mt 125 Best wishes mark

[@t-poseanteaterthefirst8962]

@@markpulling12 thank you very much Have a good day 👍

[@kreskan1]

Hello Mark. Nice reviev. What is weight of 125 gk? It should be lighter than g1 but You said that it has 20l. So from where that weight? What are differences compare to g1 - only some Look lift and some electronics? Same power, weight and vmax?

[@markpulling12]

Hi it's 17 l tank ...the website I got my info was wrong I believe..weight is about 145 kg wet It has keyless ignition ,tank and seat and LCD screen and different styling It rides similar to the G1 Best regards mark

[@kreskan1]

@@markpulling12 so if it's 145 kg it should be a little bit faster than g1. G1 with fuel and liquids weight is abaut 160 kg..

[@markpulling12]

@@kreskan1 yes certainly felt eager best regards mark

[@stevebee2865]

So the only difference to this and the g1 is the electric pack? Is the g1 exactly the same dimensions etc?

[@markpulling12]

Yes they are much the same to ride ... identical engine...just different dash looks etc Very well equipped bikes for the money cheers mark

[@aps-pictures9335]

Ahh so confused as a beginner as to which of the 3 to get hahah. What a cracking set of options these 125’s are! If you had to pick one? :P

[@markpulling12]

I'd go for the gk myself just for the looks :)

[@TheAnger46]

I'm in your same position! Was torn between Zontes G1, FB Mondial HPS 125, Husqvarna Svartpilen 125... then I heard about the GK 125 and went for it - cheapest of all and most features, closest 125 to a big bike I would say!

[@aps-pictures9335]

@@TheAnger46 yes, spent a few weeks considering and am going for the GK too! (Same reasons). Enjoy your new ride dude!

[@TheAnger46]

@@aps-pictures9335 got mine Alf or a ride yesterday after passing the CBT. So convincing and robust, a ton times better than the Yamahas and Hondas from the school! Enjoy yours.

[@neilhubbard9791]

Hi Mark just to let you know it is 15hp for this bike

[@unknownusername13]

I've got a U1. Thinking of switching to one of these. Is the ride actually different to the u1 ? It's gonna see some gravel.

[@markpulling12]

Hi Alex ...it's got the same engine so same in that respect...the riding position is a little more upright and roomy but generally it handles much the same as in very good... It would be fine for gravel tracks Cheers mark

[@unknownusername13]

@@markpulling12 Just been at a dealership and they only had a GK350. I imagine the GK125 will be a little slimmer. Also, feels like the G1,GK riding position is a bit more leaned on the bars but easier to bear than the U1. See if I can get my hands on one. Thanks for the reply and reviews

[@n22pdf]

Looks great wouldn’t think it was a 125.. impressive tank range.. I don’t know why people should have any issues with Chinese bikes most things are made in china.. I’m sure the reliability is better than some big brand bikes 👍🚴 just my opinion

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

Do they make derestricted 125s? Back in my day the boy racers were obsessed with derestricting their bikes. I vaguely remember some just had a circlip in the exhaust that you could flick out with a screwdriver.

[@markpulling12]

No not any more ...you are thinking of rd125s mbx125 etc that were 2 stroke engines that easily made 20 plus HP .. these days they are all four strokes with about 14.5 hp or less ...they could be tuned but its not worth the expense better just off buying a bigger bike cheers mark

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

@@markpulling12 I seem to remember the KMX 125 being the easiest to hack. Yes 2 stroke ruled. A can of oil every 2 weeks.

[@ilciclista]

Nice review, but overall, better this one or the G1 ???

[@markpulling12]

Hi they have the same engine and ride much the same ....I prefer the look of the GK Cheers mark

[@ilciclista]

@@markpulling12 Yes ok, but overall, beyond aesthetics, which one is better? power, speed, wheels, comfort, consumption etc.

[@markpulling12]

@@ilciclista power speed consumption all the same as it has the same engine...I'd say the G1 is slightly more comfortable in the seat and the riding position is exactly the same cheers mark

[@ilciclista]

@@markpulling12 Well, let's say it is difficult to choose, I would be undecided between the two, even if the design and the electric ignition of the GK make it more interesting than the G1. The wheels of the GK, I read around that they are not very reliable (can you confirm?), Consumption is the same, you said !?

[@markpulling12]

@@ilciclista yes the consumption is the same about 90 mpg UK I achieved:) very good I don't know about any issues with the GK wheels ...

[@enensis]

Do you know if this has an eco mode. I couldn't find anything in the manual for mine as the g1 had 2 riding modes so wasn't sure if this was the same

[@markpulling12]

Hi yes it has an eco button

[@enensis]

@@markpulling12 where the hell is it 😂

[@bodziobsz]

Are you sure is 20l tank here? On zontes Web site it's states at 17l galvanised tank?

[@markpulling12]

Hi thanks yes corrections put in description...when I reviewed this bike the zontes website didn't even list it and many world wide sites were giving it a 20 l tank but yes the zontes web says 17;l but I read on a few other sites 20 litres lol

[@bodziobsz]

@@markpulling12 I'm looking for the first bike and considering g1 or gk but if it's 17l than I'm think will stick with bit cheaper g1. 3l it's maybe not much difference but on this bike according to what people say it should go around 60 70miles further. Great reviews btw!

[@libritator]

can u show the space under the seat cover ?

[@kevindarkstar]

There basically isn't any 😊

[@stevejohnson1797]

Best chinese bike made at mo. Couldnt fault it, keeway, sinnis lexmoto where shocking!!!

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Steve yes have to agree there with you:)

[@samuelhowes4288]

Hi Do you know when these will be for sale ?

[@markpulling12]

Hi Samuel.....right now:)

[@mattwilson2167]

Nice bike but it looks like my husqvarna svartpilen

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

One last thing Mark, you say your height in imperial but you say your weight in metric. 75kg is a bit under 12 stone.

[@lassydogpie5390]

Oh no! 😂

[@user-kj7uy5lj2x]

Gas gas wae ononkok merekmu ....moh aki terkait cino kevuali tuku aku yo ra ndue duit kanggo ngurusi .tuku ra ndue duit.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Nice bike for a 125, but a 150/155 would have so much more whoomph. I realise it's all about licencing laws.

[@markpulling12]

Hi nik yes I agree an extra 5 HP would be great 👍

[@mohiburrahman3323]

Bangladesh in a market

[@fredblogsmac.5697]

im 6ft Mark is it too small for me I'm about 80 kioes .

[@markpulling12]

Hi Fred no I'd say it's fine for your height and weight...it's quite a sizeable 125 cheers mark

[@fredblogsmac.5697]

@@markpulling12 thanks Mark

[@MauriceTarantulas]

As a learner bike for me at 6ft 1 I think I look too big on the G1 but its very comfy. I am on the fence whether I want something that taller etc/bigger for after test. As 125s go its def on the larger side (well the G1 is). Many people have said "is that a 125"?. P.s I just saw a KTM 390 and a CB 500x they def are a notch up in size and I think more suitable for 6fters. But ofc 125 are generally on the smaller side. Oh and I am 100kg...so if its a learner bike i'd say super/go for it. (And being hefty that was one of my fears).

[@fredblogsmac.5697]

@@MauriceTarantulas may i make a suggestion, Honda C.R.F. 250 are going cheap, there definitely the machine for taller guys stay safe dress yellow

[@tomaszpakua2457]

17 litres fuel tank *

[@smashinlad1970]

The G1 looks much better

[@dumbojumbo830]

100/110kmh GPS 😪