Engineered by Horex for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2012 Horex VR6 Roadster pairs a 1218 cc (74.3 cu in) liquid-cooled v6, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 161 HP (117.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 135 Nm (99.6 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 132.2 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (9,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the VR6 Roadster measures 250 kg (551 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.64 HP/kg (1.55 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,475 mm (58.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Horex archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2011 to 2015, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
132.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.64 HP/kg (1.55 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,000–9,000 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1218.0 ccm (74.32 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV6, four-stroke
Engine DetailsVR6 with only 15 degree V-angle mirrored cylinder offset. Triple overhead cam.
Power161.0 HP (117.5 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Torque135.0 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
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