Honda CB350RS vs Jawa 42 FJ

Last Updated: August 30, 2026

Honda CB350RS price starts at Rs. 2.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 4,365 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa 42 FJ, priced at Rs. 2.04 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB350RS offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the 42 FJ delivers 32 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB350RS uses a 348.36cc engine producing 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm and the 42 FJ a 334cc engine producing 29.17 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB350RS and 42 FJ, the CB350RS is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 42 FJ stands out for performance.

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CB350RS vs 42 FJ Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB350RSJawa 42 FJ
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.00 LakhRs. 2.04 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl32 kmpl
Engine 348.36 cc334 cc
Max power 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm29.17 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 180 Kg184 Kg

CB350RS vs 42 FJ Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB350RS DLXJawa 42 FJ Aurora Green Matte
Rating
95 reviews
11 reviews
Brand Name Honda Jawa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.04 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 29.17 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB350RS Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear 431.8 mm 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 Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,750 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,584 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,046 CB350RS Insurance Rs. 12,119 42 FJ Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
150 kmph
140 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
334 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm
29.17 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm @ 3000 rpm
29.62 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
70 mm
81 mm
Stroke
90.5 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)
35 kmpl
32 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
11.99s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
17.55m
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
31.00m
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
50.19m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
6.13s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.58s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Twin Hydraulic
Twin shock absorber with 5-step Adjustable Pre load

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
23 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
23 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
30 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-100/90-18, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear 431.8 mm
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
797 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2171*782*1097 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1441 mm
1440 mm
Length
2171 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
168 mm
175 mm
Height
1097 mm
Not Available
Width
782 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
180 Kg
184 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Half Duplex Cradle
Double Cradle
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
ESS (Emergency Stop Signal), Honda Roadsync, Honda Selectable Torque Control
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
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Riser
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
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
Not Available
Yes

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

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 Jawa 42 FJ Better Than Honda CB350RS?

54% users have chosen Jawa 42 FJ over Honda CB350RS in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 220 users have also rated Jawa 42 FJ and Honda CB350RS on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 FJ is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But Honda CB350RS is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
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 FJ CB350RS
Mileage 3.5 4.3
Performance 4.5 4.6
Comfort 4.8 4.7
Maintenance 3.3 4.0
Features 4.5 4.7
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Honda CB350RS Comparison with Similar Bikes

Latest News on Honda CB350RS and Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better between Honda CB350RS or Royal Enfield Continental GT 650?
  • Both the bikes are good in their own forte. the CB350RS seems like a bit of a missed opportunity from Honda. It could have used the capable foundations of the H’ness to create a more unique motorcycle with a more well-defined identity that would’ve appealed to an entirely new and different audience. Instead, it’s taken this middle-of-the-road approach and created a halfway house that we find hard to recommend to anyone except museum curators. On the other hand, the Continental GT 650 is a fun-to-ride cafe racer. The GT’s sporty riding position makes it much more suitable for twisty mountain roads and even high-speed straight-line blasts. To top things off, the twin-cylinder motor provides the performance and refinement that the 535 simply couldn’t. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Is it good for long solo rides, compared to Husqvarna svartpilen 250?
  • Yes. Very stable and smooth on highways. No vibrations at all even at 140kmph
  • Honda CB350RS offers a different riding posture than that of Husqy. You do have to lean forward a bit to reach the bars, and the lower body is a bit more cramped than on the H’ness. While this certainly isn’t an uncomfortable position, it does mean that you will be tired out that little bit earlier when you go for longer stints out on the highway. Apart from this, the CB350RS offers excellent ride quality. The RS flattens out bumps superbly and remains quite composed at most times. With the sportier appearance and aspirations, you’d expect this bike to be a sharper handler than the H’ness. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Honda CB350RS Vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CB350RS vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ?
As per the users experiences Honda CB350RS is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and features in your bike. But Jawa 42 FJ is better on the grounds of comfort.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CB350RS vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ?
The Honda CB350RS is cheaper than Jawa 42 FJ by ₹4,365.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB350RS vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ?
For the DLX version, 348.36 cc Petrol engine of CB350RS produces 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm of power and 30 Nm @ 3000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Aurora Green Matte version, 334 cc Petrol engine of 42 FJ produces 29.17 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 29.62 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda CB350RS has better performance.

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