Honda CB350 vs Jawa 42

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Jawa 42 price starts at Rs. 1.85 Lakh, which is Rs. 12,053 cheaper than the base variant of Honda CB350, priced at Rs. 1.97 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB350 offers a claimed 42.17 kmpl, while the 42 delivers 33 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB350 uses a 348.36cc engine producing 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm and the 42 a 294.72cc engine producing 27.32 PS. If you're deciding between the CB350 and 42, the 42 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the CB350 stands out for mileage.

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CB350 vs 42 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB350Jawa 42
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.97 LakhRs. 1.85 Lakh
Mileage 42.17 kmpl33 kmpl
Engine 348.36 cc294.72 cc
Max power 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm27.32 PS
Kerb weight 186 Kg182 Kg

CB350 vs 42 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB350 DLXJawa 42 All Star Black
Rating
15 reviews
87 reviews
Brand Name Honda Jawa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.97 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.85 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm 27.32 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB350 Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,675 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,328 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,321 CB350 Insurance Rs. 11,800 42 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
125 kmph
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
348.36 cc
294.72 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm
27.32 PS
Max Torque
29.4 Nm @ 3000 rpm
26.84 Nm
Bore
70 mm
76 mm
Stroke
90.519 mm
65 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
11:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
42.17 kmpl
33 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Suspension-Rear
Hydraulic, Twin Shock
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload

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
30 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-130/70-18
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
788 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2207*788*1110 mm3
2071*833*1065 mm3
Wheelbase
1441 mm
1369 mm
Length
2207 mm
2071 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1110 mm
1065 mm
Width
788 mm
833 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.2 L
12.5 L
Kerb Weight
186 Kg
182 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 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

Frame Type
Diamond Type
Double Cradle
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
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda Selectable Torque Control, Emergency Stop Signal
Not Available
Voice Assist
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Analogue
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
18000 Kms
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 42,000 Km
4 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
4
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
42000
50000

Is Honda CB350 Better Than Jawa 42?

100% users have chosen Honda CB350 over Jawa 42 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 195 users have also rated Honda CB350 and Jawa 42 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Honda CB350 has out rated Jawa 42 on all the rating factors.
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 CB350 42
Mileage 4.2 3.3
Performance 4.8 4.5
Comfort 4.8 4.2
Maintenance 3.9 3.4
Features 4.6 4.2
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Honda CB350 Vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CB350 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42?
Honda CB350 has out rated Jawa 42 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CB350 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42?
The Jawa 42 is cheaper than Honda CB350 by ₹12,053.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB350 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42?
For the DLX version, 348.36 cc Petrol engine of CB350 produces 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm of power and 29.4 Nm @ 3000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the All Star Black version, 294.72 cc Petrol engine of 42 produces 27.32 PS of power and 26.84 Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda CB350 has better performance.

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