Horex Imperator 400 (1955-60)

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The Horex Imperator 400 motorcycle was produced from 1955-60 and had a four stroke, parallel twin cylinder engine with a capacity of 400 cc. Its compression ratio was 7.25:1 and it had a carburetor induction system with kick starting. The motorcycle had a maximum power of 18.9 kW/26hp at 6790 rpm, and a 4-speed transmission with a chain final drive. It had a front suspension with Earles forks and dual shock rear suspension, with 190mm drum brakes on both front and rear wheels. Its front and rear tires were 3.25-18 and 3.50-18, respectively, and it weighed 196 kg/422 lbs with a fuel capacity of 17 liters/4.5 US gallons.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Horex Imperator 400

Year: 1955 – 60


Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder.
Capacity: 400 cc / 24.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 61,5 x 66 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 7.25:1
Induction: Carburetor
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 18.9 kW / 26 hp @ 6790 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Earles forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks
Front Brakes: 190mm Drum
Rear Brakes: 190mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.25 -18

Rear Tyre: 3.50 -18
: 660 mm / 26.0 in
Weight: 196 Kg / 422 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 17 Litres / 4.5 US gal

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