Kymco Hipster 125 4V L-Bar vs Horex Imperator 125 (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco Hipster 125 4V L-Barstacks up against the Horex Imperator 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco Hipster 125 4V L-BarHorex Imperator 125
Model year20042001
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower12 hp13 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight153 kg111 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.00-18 4PR / 130/90-15 66P

Kymco Hipster 125 4V L-Bar vs Horex Imperator 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco Hipster 125 4V L-Bar and the Horex Imperator 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco Hipster 125 4V L-Bar brings 12 hp in a 153 kg package, while the Horex Imperator 125 counters with 13 hp at 111 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: