Zontes has expanded its high-performance motorcycle portfolio with the unveiling of the ZT853-R at EICMA 2026. Positioned as the brand’s flagship roadster, the ZT853-R represents a significant step up in performance for the Chinese motorcycle manufacturer.
What engine does the Zontes ZT853-R use?
Powering the Zontes ZT853-R is a newly developed 847cc inline-three-cylinder engine. The inline three-cylinder delivers an output of 150 hp at 12,500 rpm and peak torque of 90 Nm at 9,000 rpm.
According to Zontes, the ZT853-R can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and achieve a claimed top speed of 280 km/h. With these figures, ZT853-R firmly positions itself amongst its counterparts with a pre-established reputation.
What chassis, suspension, and braking equipment does it get?
The Zontes ZT853-R is built around an aluminium frame paired with a single-sided aluminium swingarm. According to the manufacturer, the frame and rear subframe together weigh 10 kg.
Suspension components are supplied by KYB, with a fully adjustable 43mm inverted front fork featuring DLC-treated stanchions and 115mm of travel. The ZT853-R is equipped with twin 310mm floating front brake discs and Brembo callipers.
What electronic features are offered?
The motorcycle features a six-axis IMU that supports its electronic rider-assistance systems. These include cornering ABS, lean-sensitive traction control, launch control, a four-level anti-wheelie system, and cruise control.
The Zontes ZT853-R also incorporates Zontes’ Intelligent Control System 4.0. Its functions include NFC-based unlocking and connectivity through the Zontes 2.0 smartphone application.
What are the design and equipment highlights?
The Zontes ZT853-R features a sharp naked-bike design with a compact front profile and exposed mechanical components. The visual highlight of the naked motorcycle is its extensive use of carbon fibre components, ranging from the front cowl and tank cover to aerodynamic winglets and mudguards.
Its lighting setup comprises matrix-style LED headlights, integrated position lights and floating indicators. In the cockpit, a horizontal instrument display provides access to navigation and stopwatch functions. At the rear, it features a high-mounted dual-exit exhaust arrangement with an angular appearance perfectly complementing the overall muscular stance of the bike.
When will the Zontes ZT853-R launch?
Zontes has not yet confirmed its global retail launch schedule, pricing or market-wise availability in its official announcements.
