Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow vs Kymco Zing (2001)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 125 C2 Shadowstacks up against the Kymco Zing. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 125 C2 ShadowKymco Zing
Model year20012000
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp11 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight145 kg154 kg
Seat height27 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake
Tires100/90-17 / 130/90-15

Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow vs Kymco Zing — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow and the Kymco Zing usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow brings 15 hp in a 145 kg package, while the Kymco Zing counters with 11 hp at 154 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: