Daelim Daystar VL 125 L vs Horex Imperator 125 (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Daelim Daystar VL 125 Lstacks up against the Horex Imperator 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDaelim Daystar VL 125 LHorex Imperator 125
Model year20042001
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower13 hp13 hp
Weight160 kg111 kg
Seat height28 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 130/90-15

Daelim Daystar VL 125 L vs Horex Imperator 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Daelim Daystar VL 125 L and the Horex Imperator 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Daelim Daystar VL 125 L brings 13 hp in a 160 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: