BSA Gold Star vs Jawa 42 Bobber

Last Updated: September 18, 2026

Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at Rs. 2.09 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.13 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BSA Gold Star, priced at Rs. 3.22 Lakh. On the performance front, the Gold Star uses a 652cc engine producing 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm and the 42 Bobber a 334cc engine producing 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Gold Star and 42 Bobber, the 42 Bobber is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Gold Star stands out for performance.

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Gold Star vs 42 Bobber Comparison Summary

Specification BSA Gold StarJawa 42 Bobber
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.22 LakhRs. 2.09 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmplNot Available
Engine 652 cc334 cc
Max power 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 201 Kg177 Kg

Gold Star vs 42 Bobber Key Highlights

Basic Info BSA Gold Star Midnight Black And Down SilverJawa 42 Bobber All Stars Mystic Copper
Rating
4 reviews
134 reviews
Brand Name BSA Jawa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.22 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.09 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves, Twin Spark Plugs Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BSA Gold Star Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 8,816 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,721 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,530 Gold Star Insurance Rs. 12,204 42 Bobber Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
160 kmph
129 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves, Twin Spark Plugs
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
652 cc
334 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm
29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
30 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
100 mm
81 mm
Stroke
83 mm
65 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
11:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
25 kmpl
Not Available
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
10.80s
0-40 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
1.94s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
15.82m
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
Not Available
1.94s
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
31.47m
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
30-35 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
4.27s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
5.98s
Fuel Gauge
Analog
Analog

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks 41mm
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
Suspension-Rear
Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
23 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
23 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
28 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
782 mm
740 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.2 L
Wheelbase
1425 mm
1485 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
145 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
12.5 L
Kerb Weight
201 Kg
177 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
240 mm

Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 11.2AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Double Cradle
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Analogue
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Adjustable Handlebar, Adjustable Seat
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Street Bikes, Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
18000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
4 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
4
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
50000
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BSA Gold Star Vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber FAQs

Which bike is best between BSA Gold Star vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber?
As per the users experiences BSA Gold Star is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Jawa 42 Bobber is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper BSA Gold Star vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber?
The Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper than BSA Gold Star by ₹1.13 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BSA Gold Star vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber?
For the Midnight Black And Down Silver version, 652 cc Petrol engine of Gold Star produces 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 55 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the All Stars Mystic Copper version, 334 cc Petrol engine of 42 Bobber produces 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 30 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BSA Gold Star has better performance.

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