Bristol Zontes 400D

The Bristol Zontes 400D’s design exudes just the right balance of swag and elegance whenever it passes by. Among the locally-available maxi-scooters, its appearance is not the loudest, but it has that subtle premium vibe attached to it. Upfront, it has a robotic or Transformer-like look courtesy of its split LED projector headlamps. It also comes with a dual-covered front fender. Blue air vent-like features add more aggressiveness to its overall demeanor on the road. It has a small windscreen, which might be a bit of an issue when you are riding at high speeds on the expressway.

It flaunts a sporty side profile, which displays a mix of monotone finishes and bright-coloured minimal lines. This maxi-scooter runs on a 15-inch wheel at the front, while a 14-inch at the rear. Its wheels have sporty-looking metallic mags, which are very nice to look at when parked. Zontes decals are placed on its sides, proudly shouting its identity to fellow riders and regular onlookers around. It also comes with a matte black heat guard or muffler cover. At the back, it features a sharp-looking rear illuminated by sleek split-type LED tail lamps. 

The rider gets a TFT instrument panel and a decent under-seat storage for his or her personal belongings. Its saddle is well-padded and provides great cushioning and ergonomics for both the rider and pillion even on longer rides. For better pillion comfort, this maxi-scooter comes with a pillion step and cool handlebars that look like a shark’s fins. You also get dual USB charging ports (Type-A and Type-C) for your gadgets. 

In terms of dimensions, the Bristol Zontes 400D has a 135-mm ground clearance and a 760-mm seat height, which is very favourable for the average Filipino rider (under 6ft). The low seat height partnered with the scooter’s adjustable brake levers and extended footrest ensure that the rider achieves a great riding position at all times.

The Bristol Zontes 400D comes with a Telescopic Fork suspension at the front and a Dual Shock suspension at the rear. Thanks to this setup and its lightweight frame, this maxi-scooter is very nimble to maneuver even through tight traffic and narrow parking slots. It can also absorb light to moderate bumps quite well. All in all, the Zontes 400D can deliver a comfortable and very stable riding experience for you and your pillion both on short city commutes or long-distance rides out of town.

The Bristol Zontes 400D is powered by a 400-cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled engine that produces a maximum power output of 38 hp and a maximum torque of 40 Nm. This maxi-scooter comes equipped with a continuously variable transmission gearbox and two riding modes: Eco and Sport.

The engine produces a punchy power delivery, allowing you to effortlessly overtake slower motorcycles and vehicles on the expressway. It can accelerate quickly and smoothly thanks to its well-designed CVT. You also won’t experience any harsh or disruptive engine noise or vibration from this scooter. And, on top of this, it is pretty fuel-efficient even when riding spiritedly on the open road or filtering through traffic inside the city.

The Bristol Zontes 400D is equipped with an anti-lock braking system, a traction control system, and a tyre pressure monitoring system. It comes with front and rear disc brakes, which offer great stopping power even at high speeds.

The Bristol Zontes 400D offers a sweet spot for consumers who are looking for a maxi-scooter that is not only very usable and practical in the city, but also capable of taking on long-distance rides on the expressway or out of town.