Hero Karizma XMR vs Jawa 42 Bobber

Last Updated: November 10, 2026

Hero Karizma XMR price starts at Rs. 1.87 Lakh, which is Rs. 23,172 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa 42 Bobber, priced at Rs. 2.10 Lakh. On the performance front, the Karizma XMR uses a 210cc engine producing 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and the 42 Bobber a 334cc engine producing 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Karizma XMR and 42 Bobber, the Karizma XMR is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the 42 Bobber stands out for performance.

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Karizma XMR vs 42 Bobber Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Karizma XMRJawa 42 Bobber
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.87 LakhRs. 2.10 Lakh
Mileage 41.55 kmplNot Available
Engine 210 cc334 cc
Max power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 163.5 Kg177 Kg

Karizma XMR vs 42 Bobber Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Karizma XMR TopJawa 42 Bobber All Stars Mystic Copper
Rating
81 reviews
135 reviews
Brand Name Hero Jawa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.10 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,381 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,748 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,831 Karizma XMR Insurance Rs. 12,220 42 Bobber Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
129 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
210 cc
334 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm
30 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
73 mm
81 mm
Stroke
50 mm
65 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12:01
11:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
41.55 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
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
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
Digital
Analog

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Suspension-Front
Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
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 :-100/80-17,Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
810 mm
740 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.2 L
Length*Width*Height
2068*760*1110 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1351 mm
1485 mm
Length
2068 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
160 mm
145 mm
Height
1110 mm
Not Available
Width
760 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 L
12.5 L
Kerb Weight
163.5 Kg
177 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
Not Available
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Double Cradle
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Road,Pro,Rally
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Adjustable Handlebar, Adjustable Seat
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
6500 Kms/240 Days
6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
12500 Kms/420 Days
12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
18000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
4 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
4
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Rev-happy engine, powerful enough to cruise at 110-120kmph all day ; Spacious seat, sporty, yet comfortable ergonomics ; Excellent value for money
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Underwhelming instrument cluster ; Initial bite from the brakes could be better ; Could’ve had grippier tyres

Is Jawa 42 Bobber Better Than Hero Karizma XMR?

67% users have chosen Jawa 42 Bobber over Hero Karizma XMR in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 311 users have also rated Jawa 42 Bobber and Hero Karizma XMR on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Hero Karizma XMR is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of performance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 42 Bobber Karizma XMR
Mileage 4.0 4.5
Performance 4.8 4.8
Comfort 4.6 4.8
Maintenance 3.9 4.4
Features 4.6 4.7
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Hero Karizma XMR Vs Jawa 42 Bobber FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Karizma XMR vs Jawa 42 Bobber?
As per the users experiences Hero Karizma XMR is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of performance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Karizma XMR vs Jawa 42 Bobber?
The Hero Karizma XMR is cheaper than Jawa 42 Bobber by ₹23,172.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Karizma XMR vs Jawa 42 Bobber?
For the Top version, 210 cc Petrol engine of Karizma XMR produces 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 20.4 Nm @ 7250 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 in terms of performance both are same.

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