It’s refreshing to see every bike considered on its own merits. Hated Top Gear for a while as everything was benchmarked against super cars and as such everything but a supercar was rubbish. As each rider has different needs, likes and preferences, Mark does a great job of analysing each bike on its own merits and he keeps his biases out of the review. Keep up the good work Mark. What I like to see that is missed on this review is driving at night. However you covered this on a different Zontes I seem to remember.
I had one !!! It's a fantastic bike but I always have problems with the little remote keyless key the battery would drain so fast! Develops a coolant leak so they actually changed the water pump housing free of charge , then the electric catch for the fuel tank got stuck which was interesting! The little plastic clip break off so that was changed under warranty as well. it was a fantastic little motorcycle! Though then I moved on to a KTM 990 adventure. Great review as always
I'm really keen on this. Had a few adventure bikes back in Oz, but now in sunny Stoke . Know a guy who has a 350 GK, and reckons its the dogs nutz. I haven't ridden one ( Zontes) , but the quality of this brand looks impressive. Following you now, Mark. Good review .
nice review of a beautiful looking bike 👍 I really wanted one of these in 2021, but the local dealer i emailed about one complete with full luggage, heated grips etc for cash no trade in, never emailed me back after a month (tbh it was covid lockdown but hey! 🤔) so i emailed the local Royal Enfield dealer for a Himalayan and got a reply back within 24 hrs, so i ordered a fully loaded Himalayan, i have owned it since june 2021 and love it! but the Zontes is always on my mind..fantastic looking bike 😜 I gave up my 1000cc+ bikes in Jan 2021 and have never looked back..small engine bikes are soooo much fun to own, i can load the Himmy up to the hilt with camping gear and it still rides the same as being unloaded..this Zontes will probably do the same..really need one in my stable lol
Great review. The problem with Zontes bikes is that though they are well made and affordable, they continually style their bikes with hideous bits and pieces of sharp objects that are unnecessary, and they tend to be garish looking with equally hideous colours. A pity as they are clearly well specified in other ways.
Think I'd choose this over a Himalayan, and it might come down to a coin toss with the Duke 390 (especially with the 350 Zontes model) if I was going for an affordable adventure bike. Seems a perfectly decent bike to me, but I'd worry about servicing options/dealer network if I did some serious distance riding
I have to laugh every time people start talking about "China brands" vs. "Japan brands" etc. Wake up - there is no such thing. Corporations are multi-national and every manufacturer (of decent size) uses parts and components from all over. As economies increase (and increase cost) they move some of their factories to cheaper locations - sometimes cheaper due to scale via one factory making engines for lots of other companies, sometimes cheaper due to freight and customs, etc. Honda's 300cc platforms are not Japanese.... they are Thai, except for the XRE 300 dual sport that is made in Brazil and another one made in India? Some people posted here it looks like this bike is copying KTM, but they apparently don't know that KTM is indeed partnered with China-based manufacturers such as CFMoto. China based mfgs like Lifan make engines for many other companies. Kawasaki has 4 plants in the USA but also partners with China based company Chongqing since 2014. All manufacturers use modern equipment e.g. CNC machines and methods e.g. Six Sigma quality and have to meet safety inspections at this point in history - be happy you get the rewards. It shows up in other areas like guitars, etc. that are mfg all over the world as well. You need to judge each model of bike on its own merits. NOT the badge of the brand on the tank. The only real differentiators are: price, warranty, dealer support network. And in a long while you will have data on each model's particular foibles at mileage points if you are going to buy used. Otherwise, pick the bike that you like, meets your needs at your price.
@@markpulling12 In Russia, the Umbrella was not delivered. That's how it sounds in Russian Zontes. but Voge 500dsh was brought to us. which is Chinese copy of Honda CB500x. I can't say anything bad - it drives great. And it does not go fast - but it conquers mountain climbs well. However, the price is not humane. And in principle equal to the original construction of the Honda. Although in our opinion it should be 2 times cheaper. 9200$
Having seen them in the flesh I'd certainly agree they are well made bit like cf moto. I think the Chinese brands need to improve their service intervals to become more mainstream 3k intervals is well short of the established brands
Another fab review, i have the tz350 2 17 , really enjoying the road holding the way it accelerates so much fun and of course the over 80 mpg , has caused a bit of interest at the stops ive been to as people dont see these bikes very often , i know its a Chinese bike and some people wont touch them , but i think its a fab little bike with quite a few surprises
Fantastic review just brought the 2022 350 edition really loving it so comfortable compared to my ktm duke 390 ,thanks for the great review helped me in my decision.
Im also owner of T310 2021 version, not yet faced any isshue. Odo ~ 6k km, I know people which is use same engine block (x model) 76k km without any isshue.
Thanks Mark, I love your review style, comprehensive and easy to understand. I hope to try one of these for possible use as a town/green lane bike - I don't understand the whole 800cc plus adv trend lol. Zontes UK shows the seat height of both the 17 and 19 inch wheel 2022 version as 830mm. The colour looks great and this has so many features for the money. :>)
I can assure you that the 19" version does have a higher seat. You may also see various weights quoted - I took mine to a weighbridge which said it was 194kg (wet)
These are good bikes in fact Zontes IMO are at the top when it comes to the Chinese made motorcycles. Zontes have their own massive factory where the bikes are produced mostly in house aside of the Bosch injection. This bike is peppered with stainless steel nuts and bolts and extras like an electric screen, self locking, a coloured TFT screen with even tyre pressure monitoring, LED lights all round, it's very economical to run (Something that is becoming more important by the day) and it has a very respectable top speed, how do I know? Because it was my bike that I traded for the Zontes 310m scooter from Poole Moto, the scooter is equally well presented and suits my needs better these days, so for what you're paying compared to equivalents it's a very good deal and those that think folks like Honda make everything in Japan well that is not the case, even some Triumphs are made in Asia these days. Anyway each to his own and I am more than happy with the brand.
@@markpulling12 Good I hope they enjoy it as much as I did, and thanks for your reviews, your review of the scooter helped make my mind up, and so far I love it. 👍
Hi Steve it won't be on the website now as the new 350 version has taken over and is incoming very soon but these would make a great used buy ...this one would be like £3 k cheers mark
Looking forward to your 310 review. California / USA update. Mark I am on 2 lists with Money down for motorcycles. CB500x, no word of when it might come in, months maybe. The other is a KTM 390 Adventure. No Idea when the will come in? Things are not to good for motorcycles here in the USA. Just FYI, thanks for all you reviews.
Well Mark gotta sat I'm liking this one very well specked bike and why can all the manufacturers do electric screens like this if Zontes can on what is a very reasonably priced bike . If did the same in a 650 or something like that it would be of massive interest to me although this would be good as a second run around bike . Dry sump and oil in frame that's a new one on me great review 👌👍
great review Mark... that is a cracking little bike, not sure about the oil in the frame, never heard of that before, but overall the bike looks nice. I particularly like the sound of the machine, I think I would buy one. cheers Mark. 😊
I'm considering one as it only a year old with 500 miles on it. But I'm concerned about long term build and quality on parts. Looks like too much to go wrong and too much technology on a Chinese bike. Would we be all better off buying a used V strom or the like. Other makes have been around a long time and have stood the test of time. I'm more inclined to buy a bike I can maintain myself. Older technology still does it for me. Modern bikes need plugging in at dealers to fault find!! Thats £150 straight away.
Hey Mark if you get a chance to ride a Honda CB300R I’d be really interested. Great reviews as always, really value your opinions on these bikes, kept up the good work.
@@markpulling12 thanks Mark, that bike is on my list. I had a freak accident on a kids scooter in Italy 5 weeks ago (fractured skull, brain haemorrhage, collarbone, ribs etc) and need to slow down a bit so that 300 could suit me well.
I just hate TFT instrument clusters, can't beat analogue, they look gorgeous too mostly, nothing worse that paying for a bike and seeing what looks like a cheap outdated tablet, not into distracting menus and electronics on a bike, just my opinion of course.
How would you say this bike compares to the Royal Enfield himalayan and the benelli trk502? I have a himalayan and have been disappointed in the aftermarket treatment as my bike has faults and it may just be a bad bike as others haven't had my problems but considering this and the trk as a replacement. Would be interested in your opinion as you have riden all 3.
Hi Mark! Im looking to buy a Daytona Maverick 500, hardly any info/review on youtube. Would you consider doing a review on that one? and if you are to compare to Honda CB500X, (especially knowing that honda has 12000 km service intervarls while these ones have it a 5000) what are your thoughts on these 2 bike? cheers!
Chinese bikes have short service intervals, which I suspect is more down to poor-quality Chinese oil than anything else. I suspect that, with a modern full-synthetic oil, you could perhaps go 5000-6000 miles, providing you were using the bike on long runs only. But then the full-synth oil costs twice the price of mineral oil. It's probably very easy to service if you have basic mechanical knowledge and tools...valve adjustment might be complex , but the rest should be do-able at home .
Hi @robsimon4397 i would like to know if you have faced any issue with this T310 bike. Please advice. As i am thinking of getting this bike as my first adventure bike? Any issue with the engine? Is it comfortable? did you have issues using the bike for long ride?
Great review as always Mark, I just couldn't trust a Chinese bike, on a bike you are depending on a lot of things to keep you safe but I'd be afraid this thing would fall apart under me at some critical moment😀 I know lots of things and the components in a lot of things are now made in China but I think I'll stick with the Japanese stuff as long as I can. Looks like they are copying KTM here a bit.
I kind of agree with your sentiment regards Chinese bikes, however I remember when in the 70s we heard, these Japanese bikes are a flash in the pan, nothing compared to British bikes, lol.
What Japanese stuff? Most of the Japanese companies are making their bikes in Thailand, Indonesia, etc. And yeah don't be surprised if this bike "copies" KTM - pretty sure KTM is manufacturing in both China and India, although I thought KTM's China partner is CFMoto.
well KTM have whole bikes built in China and India for a start, Honda also Suzuki, Yamaha have bikes made there and they build a lot of stuff for BMW out there as well, people should try to find out about things before commenting as it saves looking daft
Great stuff! Think if I go adv route its the Himalayan or the Moto Morini x cape. Have you reviewed the Morini? Also am guessing you are going to review the Zobtes 350 cruiser?
To all my biker/rider friends out there in Europe and in N. America a quick word of advice ... DO NOT spend your hard earned money on any bike with the name ZONTES on it. You will regret it instantly. If you want to trade it in most dealers will not want it or if they do they'll give you a pittance for it and despite all the "Tags" on the bike like ABS, Nissin and J Juan etc, this is no more no less than a Chinese piece of garbage. After 2 weeks I started having several problems and was fortunate to trade it in for a second hand Honda. Zontes are plastic bikes with a lot of hidden plastic very low quality parts. I've been a biker since 1992 and I hadn't ridden in the last 4 and a half years and bought a Zontes GK350 - What a mistake that was, fortunately I was able to trade it in. Ride safely. Mike.
I just wanted to send my condolences to you and your fellow English citizens for the passing of your beloved Queen Elizabeth! I was raised by a family who believes in compassion and empathy towards your fellow human beings, and we can't leave out the animals! On another topic that's relevant to your content, I am requesting a review of the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello, whenever it comes out! I am in America, and I realize the difference in availability, pricing, among other things for motorbikes Even so, a review of this bike would be groovy and well appreciated! Thanks and have a good one!
It’s refreshing to see every bike considered on its own merits. Hated Top Gear for a while as everything was benchmarked against super cars and as such everything but a supercar was rubbish. As each rider has different needs, likes and preferences, Mark does a great job of analysing each bike on its own merits and he keeps his biases out of the review. Keep up the good work Mark. What I like to see that is missed on this review is driving at night. However you covered this on a different Zontes I seem to remember.
Thanks Paul ...yes I generally do a night ride when I've got a bike for a few days,:)
I had one !!! It's a fantastic bike but I always have problems with the little remote keyless key the battery would drain so fast! Develops a coolant leak so they actually changed the water pump housing free of charge , then the electric catch for the fuel tank got stuck which was interesting! The little plastic clip break off so that was changed under warranty as well. it was a fantastic little motorcycle! Though then I moved on to a KTM 990 adventure. Great review as always
Thanks for the comment Stephan
A KTM would be a better choice in all segments
@@chris5k132 yeah I still have my KTM it has his problems as it's an old bike but nothing that can't be fixed , just can't beat the KTM to be honest
I'm really keen on this. Had a few adventure bikes back in Oz, but now in sunny Stoke . Know a guy who has a 350 GK, and reckons its the dogs nutz. I haven't ridden one ( Zontes) , but the quality of this brand looks impressive. Following you now, Mark. Good review .
Thanks Martin I have a review on the gk350 it's very good 👍
nice review of a beautiful looking bike 👍
I really wanted one of these in 2021, but the local dealer i emailed about one complete with full luggage, heated grips etc for cash no trade in, never emailed me back after a month (tbh it was covid lockdown but hey! 🤔) so i emailed the local Royal Enfield dealer for a Himalayan and got a reply back within 24 hrs, so i ordered a fully loaded Himalayan, i have owned it since june 2021 and love it!
but the Zontes is always on my mind..fantastic looking bike 😜
I gave up my 1000cc+ bikes in Jan 2021 and have never looked back..small engine bikes are soooo much fun to own, i can load the Himmy up to the hilt with camping gear and it still rides the same as being unloaded..this Zontes will probably do the same..really need one in my stable lol
Many thanks for the great comment
A bike that’s been designed for real world riding-looks brilliant-good front mudguard,rack and electric screen.
Great review. The problem with Zontes bikes is that though they are well made and affordable, they continually style their bikes with hideous bits and pieces of sharp objects that are unnecessary, and they tend to be garish looking with equally hideous colours. A pity as they are clearly well specified in other ways.
style is highly subjective
Or, and just a thought... They are different to the run of the mill clones, although I'll admit this very much has that GS look 😊
Thanks Mark,great bike and review.Makes more sense the lightweight adv bikes compare to those six hundred lb.behemoths everybody’s so addicted to.
Thanks Brett ...yes I know what you mean....these top end BMW's etc are so expensive
Think I'd choose this over a Himalayan, and it might come down to a coin toss with the Duke 390 (especially with the 350 Zontes model) if I was going for an affordable adventure bike. Seems a perfectly decent bike to me, but I'd worry about servicing options/dealer network if I did some serious distance riding
Many thanks these ride really well
I have to laugh every time people start talking about "China brands" vs. "Japan brands" etc. Wake up - there is no such thing. Corporations are multi-national and every manufacturer (of decent size) uses parts and components from all over. As economies increase (and increase cost) they move some of their factories to cheaper locations - sometimes cheaper due to scale via one factory making engines for lots of other companies, sometimes cheaper due to freight and customs, etc. Honda's 300cc platforms are not Japanese.... they are Thai, except for the XRE 300 dual sport that is made in Brazil and another one made in India? Some people posted here it looks like this bike is copying KTM, but they apparently don't know that KTM is indeed partnered with China-based manufacturers such as CFMoto. China based mfgs like Lifan make engines for many other companies. Kawasaki has 4 plants in the USA but also partners with China based company Chongqing since 2014.
All manufacturers use modern equipment e.g. CNC machines and methods e.g. Six Sigma quality and have to meet safety inspections at this point in history - be happy you get the rewards. It shows up in other areas like guitars, etc. that are mfg all over the world as well.
You need to judge each model of bike on its own merits. NOT the badge of the brand on the tank. The only real differentiators are: price, warranty, dealer support network. And in a long while you will have data on each model's particular foibles at mileage points if you are going to buy used. Otherwise, pick the bike that you like, meets your needs at your price.
Great comment thanks 😊
@@markpulling12 In Russia, the Umbrella was not delivered. That's how it sounds in Russian Zontes. but Voge 500dsh was brought to us. which is Chinese copy of Honda CB500x. I can't say anything bad - it drives great. And it does not go fast - but it conquers mountain climbs well. However, the price is not humane. And in principle equal to the original construction of the Honda. Although in our opinion it should be 2 times cheaper. 9200$
Having seen them in the flesh I'd certainly agree they are well made bit like cf moto. I think the Chinese brands need to improve their service intervals to become more mainstream 3k intervals is well short of the established brands
Another fab review, i have the tz350 2 17 , really enjoying the road holding the way it accelerates so much fun and of course the over 80 mpg , has caused a bit of interest at the stops ive been to as people dont see these bikes very often , i know its a Chinese bike and some people wont touch them , but i think its a fab little bike with quite a few surprises
Fantastic review just brought the 2022 350 edition really loving it so comfortable compared to my ktm duke 390 ,thanks for the great review helped me in my decision.
Thanks Paul :)
Value opinion of someone who has owned both these bikes. I hear all the time that ktm 390 is a better option.
@Chris W Don't get me wrong ktm 390 is a brilliant bike but the zontes is better for me comfort, the size of the bike ,fuel economy, looks fantastic.
@@paullondon7728 I must try the KTM 390 adventure at some point ...that would be a good comparison cheers mark
Im also owner of T310 2021 version, not yet faced any isshue. Odo ~ 6k km, I know people which is use same engine block (x model) 76k km without any isshue.
Thanks Mark, I love your review style, comprehensive and easy to understand. I hope to try one of these for possible use as a town/green lane bike - I don't understand the whole 800cc plus adv trend lol. Zontes UK shows the seat height of both the 17 and 19 inch wheel 2022 version as 830mm. The colour looks great and this has so many features for the money. :>)
I'd agree. His review style is no frills, says it like it is. Love it.
Many thanks Peter 😊
I can assure you that the 19" version does have a higher seat. You may also see various weights quoted - I took mine to a weighbridge which said it was 194kg (wet)
Pretty bike and great value for money! Thanks for your extremely detailed review as always 👍
Ok James my pleasure
These are good bikes in fact Zontes IMO are at the top when it comes to the Chinese made motorcycles. Zontes have their own massive factory where the bikes are produced mostly in house aside of the Bosch injection. This bike is peppered with stainless steel nuts and bolts and extras like an electric screen, self locking, a coloured TFT screen with even tyre pressure monitoring, LED lights all round, it's very economical to run (Something that is becoming more important by the day) and it has a very respectable top speed, how do I know? Because it was my bike that I traded for the Zontes 310m scooter from Poole Moto, the scooter is equally well presented and suits my needs better these days, so for what you're paying compared to equivalents it's a very good deal and those that think folks like Honda make everything in Japan well that is not the case, even some Triumphs are made in Asia these days. Anyway each to his own and I am more than happy with the brand.
Thanks Danny. Great choice with the 310m scooter ....your bike sold an hour after my review lol 🤣
@@markpulling12 Good I hope they enjoy it as much as I did, and thanks for your reviews, your review of the scooter helped make my mind up, and so far I love it. 👍
@@captainlockheed thanks Danny I'd like the 310m myself....could you let me know what it does to the gallon if you have worked it out
@@markpulling12 I will do.
oh dang just found your channel and loving the vids and nice to see someone form the same town doing very well on here
Many thanks:)
Hi Mark, thanks for the excellent (as usual) review. I looked on the Zontes website and this bike isn't listed.
Hi Steve it won't be on the website now as the new 350 version has taken over and is incoming very soon but these would make a great used buy ...this one would be like £3 k cheers mark
Great review as usual, hope Zontes could lift the bad rep of Chinese manufacturing.
Thanks....I think they will :)
Looking forward to your 310 review.
California / USA update.
Mark I am on 2 lists with Money down for motorcycles. CB500x, no word of when it might come in, months maybe.
The other is a KTM 390 Adventure. No Idea when the will come in?
Things are not to good for motorcycles here in the USA.
Just FYI, thanks for all you reviews.
Ok tom many thanks....yes I've heard that bikes are short supply it's the same for Honda's and others here in the UK....best regards mark
Well Mark gotta sat I'm liking this one very well specked bike and why can all the manufacturers do electric screens like this if Zontes can on what is a very reasonably priced bike . If did the same in a 650 or something like that it would be of massive interest to me although this would be good as a second run around bike . Dry sump and oil in frame that's a new one on me great review 👌👍
BSA did it in 1971
Oil in the frame is as old as sin, nothing new 😊
Great review mark,another quality bike from zontes and it does every thing a expensive model does.it would be nice to see a 500cc .
Thanks James yes who knows what zontes will bring out next :)
great review Mark... that is a cracking little bike, not sure about the oil in the frame, never heard of that before, but overall the bike looks nice. I particularly like the sound of the machine, I think I would buy one. cheers Mark. 😊
Thanks Vince...yes they are great...you could get a nice used one for a good price
Suzuki DR's have had oil in frame for over 20 years, bsa also had the system in the 250 and 350's years before that
Great review mark, this bike is certainly fully equipped for the money
Thanks Steven....I was impressed
Hi , it seems to be all up together and a good bike for commuting on , with some green land possibility . Thanks for your review and thoughts .
Many thanks
I'm considering one as it only a year old with 500 miles on it.
But I'm concerned about long term build and quality on parts.
Looks like too much to go wrong and too much technology on a Chinese bike.
Would we be all better off buying a used V strom or the like. Other makes have been around a long time and have stood the test of time.
I'm more inclined to buy a bike I can maintain myself. Older technology still does it for me.
Modern bikes need plugging in at dealers to fault find!! Thats £150 straight away.
Hey Mark if you get a chance to ride a Honda CB300R I’d be really interested.
Great reviews as always, really value your opinions on these bikes, kept up the good work.
Hi will I'm going to ring crescent tomorrow to see if they have a demo cb300 r.... cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks Mark, that bike is on my list. I had a freak accident on a kids scooter in Italy 5 weeks ago (fractured skull, brain haemorrhage, collarbone, ribs etc) and need to slow down a bit so that 300 could suit me well.
@@willgarrod9907 oh dear not good will ... wishing you a speedy recovery...
@@markpulling12 thanks, collarbone being played on Friday then just waiting for neurology to say I can drive & ride again😩
Loved your review of t2 310. When will we see the 350?
just been talking to the guy that owns this bike up seaview, incredible looking little machine with all the gizmos
But would you buy one?
I just hate TFT instrument clusters, can't beat analogue, they look gorgeous too mostly, nothing worse that paying for a bike and seeing what looks like a cheap outdated tablet, not into distracting menus and electronics on a bike, just my opinion of course.
How would you say this bike compares to the Royal Enfield himalayan and the benelli trk502? I have a himalayan and have been disappointed in the aftermarket treatment as my bike has faults and it may just be a bad bike as others haven't had my problems but considering this and the trk as a replacement. Would be interested in your opinion as you have riden all 3.
Great looking bike and great piece of kit it looks like great job mark
Thanks Diane ...yes these are great for the money 💰
Cheers mark
Do the Zontes motorcycle preclude the use of a tank bag? Other wise, great review as typical.
Hi John you may be able to fit a tank bag but tanks these days are funny shapes ;)
The spec is good for both bikes but why are they so heavy compared to others ?
Hi Mark! Im looking to buy a Daytona Maverick 500, hardly any info/review on youtube. Would you consider doing a review on that one? and if you are to compare to Honda CB500X, (especially knowing that honda has 12000 km service intervarls while these ones have it a 5000) what are your thoughts on these 2 bike? cheers!
Hi would love to but sadly they are not available in the UK
Best wishes mark
Another nice review mark , looks a nice bike . pretty cool .
Many thanks:)
Damn Mark , when you sat on that bike it looked as if it was built to your individual specs
Haha thanks Jimmy 😊
Im really looking forward to watch this review!
Many thanks Simon.... great bike !!!
Looks good, but it wouldn't hold a candle to my 25 years old Gpz 500S.
Zontes mr Mark not Zontis like Deborah not Diborah or Zebra not Zibra, you started well 😀and habit kicked in later. Thumb up of course
Haha yes lol
Do Zontes make Women? Cheap to run, I don't think so. Looking forward to my purchase.
Hi Mark is 3000 miles between servicing typical for a small engine bike. Just seems very short. Thanks mate
Chinese bikes have short service intervals, which I suspect is more down to poor-quality Chinese oil than anything else.
I suspect that, with a modern full-synthetic oil, you could perhaps go 5000-6000 miles, providing you were using the bike on long runs only. But then the full-synth oil costs twice the price of mineral oil.
It's probably very easy to service if you have basic mechanical knowledge and tools...valve adjustment might be complex , but the rest should be do-able at home .
Cross-spoke wheels on such reasonably priced bike. The crashbars are a bit much.
I’ve just bought the T310 it’s got the spotlights on the front bars, are these on permanently or can they be turned off?
Hi @robsimon4397 i would like to know if you have faced any issue with this T310 bike. Please advice. As i am thinking of getting this bike as my first adventure bike? Any issue with the engine? Is it comfortable? did you have issues using the bike for long ride?
Can I buy a metal top case and side panniers like the BMWs?
Hi yes all types of panniers and top boxes can fit this
Cheers mark
Worth attention but those bikes have some electrical issues, at least first examples from 2019
Thanks for the update 😊
Hi mate, can you do a review on the new lexmoto pioneer 500x will be great if you can.
Will do I have the Voge 500 on my channel which is similar
Cheers mark
Mark, when are you going to review the BMW 310GS ?
Thanks
I'll have a look into trying one of those tom ....it's getting hold of bikes which is the tricky part
Cheers mark
plz review Honda CRF450 Rally
very good well specked bike , test and review ;;;
Please make video on zontes 350 X.
👍another excellent m/c
310cc and 34 HP, Royal Enfield take note.
MT 03, 321 cc and 42 bhp. Very frisky bike, great fun.
@@user-rf9me7xm1w Yep but a £1000 more to buy than this bike no electric screen or stainless bolts.
@@captainlockheed Fair comment, I’ve not tried a zontes yet, maybe I should, thanks for commenting.
hi what does this compare to the GK also thought you might of had a chance at the 350T
The 350 t I'd due soon :)
Great review as always Mark, I just couldn't trust a Chinese bike, on a bike you are depending on a lot of things to keep you safe but I'd be afraid this thing would fall apart under me at some critical moment😀
I know lots of things and the components in a lot of things are now made in China but I think I'll stick with the Japanese stuff as long as I can.
Looks like they are copying KTM here a bit.
Yes a few people thought it was a KTM when they saw it:)
I kind of agree with your sentiment regards Chinese bikes, however I remember when in the 70s we heard, these Japanese bikes are a flash in the pan, nothing compared to British bikes, lol.
What Japanese stuff? Most of the Japanese companies are making their bikes in Thailand, Indonesia, etc. And yeah don't be surprised if this bike "copies" KTM - pretty sure KTM is manufacturing in both China and India, although I thought KTM's China partner is CFMoto.
well KTM have whole bikes built in China and India for a start, Honda also Suzuki, Yamaha have bikes made there and they build a lot of stuff for BMW out there as well, people should try to find out about things before commenting as it saves looking daft
Maybe I missed it, but... what is the weight? I saw somewhere it is 175 Kg ready to go (without fuel). Is this real?
Hi dry weight is 165kg ...I looked this up on the zontes manual cheers mark
All that dry grass on verges! looks like African savannah in the dry dry season .... in Dorset.
Haha yes we've had a heatwave!!
Great stuff! Think if I go adv route its the Himalayan or the Moto Morini x cape.
Have you reviewed the Morini? Also am guessing you are going to review the Zobtes 350 cruiser?
Hi no sorry I can't get hold of morini but yes definitely the cruiser if it comes to the UK cheers mark
@@markpulling12 I know there's a dealer in Sussex but prob a bridge too far for you.
where did you buy it the front fender extension?
Sorry not my bike ...have a little Google search cheers mark
Thank you
To all my biker/rider friends out there in Europe and in N. America a quick word of advice ... DO NOT spend your hard earned money on any bike with the name ZONTES on it. You will regret it instantly. If you want to trade it in most dealers will not want it or if they do they'll give you a pittance for it and despite all the "Tags" on the bike like ABS, Nissin and J Juan etc, this is no more no less than a Chinese piece of garbage. After 2 weeks I started having several problems and was fortunate to trade it in for a second hand Honda. Zontes are plastic bikes with a lot of hidden plastic very low quality parts. I've been a biker since 1992 and I hadn't ridden in the last 4 and a half years and bought a Zontes GK350 - What a mistake that was, fortunately I was able to trade it in. Ride safely. Mike.
I just wanted to send my condolences to you and your fellow English citizens for the passing of your beloved Queen Elizabeth! I was raised by a family who believes in compassion and empathy towards your fellow human beings, and we can't leave out the animals!
On another topic that's relevant to your content, I am requesting a review of the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello, whenever it comes out! I am in America, and I realize the difference in availability, pricing, among other things for motorbikes Even so, a review of this bike would be groovy and well appreciated! Thanks and have a good one!
Thank you David for your kind words and the Moto guzzi should be here in the UK by the end of the year ...
Best regards
How this is compared to bmw gs 310
Alot more refined well equiped and faster :)
@@markpulling12in favor of which one?
@@JoseAlvarez-dl3hm the zontes is my favourite
I believe there's a 350cc version on the way.
Yes any say now :)
Please kill the music.
Its Chinese forget about it
Try one, you will be pleasantly suprised
@@wolfburgman hell no