Honda CB350 H'ness vs Jawa 42 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (2020-2025)

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Among the three, the Jawa 42 is the most affordable at Rs. 1.86 Lakh, followed by the Honda CB350 H'ness at Rs. 1.94 Lakh and the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (2020-2025) at Rs. 2.19 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB350 H'ness leads with a claimed 45.8 kmpl, ahead of the Meteor 350 (2020-2025) at 41.88 kmpl and the 42 at 33 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB350 H'ness uses a 348.36cc engine producing 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm, the 42 a 294.72cc engine producing 27.32 PS and the Meteor 350 (2020-2025) a 349cc engine producing 20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB350 H'ness, 42 and Meteor 350 (2020-2025), the CB350 H'ness is the better pick for mileage and a lighter kerb weight, while the 42 stands out for affordability and performance.

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CB350 H'ness vs 42 vs Meteor 350 (2020-2025) Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB350 H'nessJawa 42Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (2020-2025)
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.94 LakhRs. 1.86 LakhRs. 2.19 Lakh
Mileage 45.8 kmpl33 kmpl41.88 kmpl
Engine 348.36 cc294.72 cc349 cc
Max power 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm27.32 PS20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm
Top speed Not AvailableNot Available114 kmph
Kerb weight 181 Kg182 Kg191 Kg

CB350 H'ness vs 42 vs Meteor 350 (2020-2025) Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB350 H'ness DLXJawa 42 All Star BlackRoyal Enfield Meteor 350 (2020-2025) Supernova Custom
Rating
262 reviews
87 reviews
344 reviews
Brand Name Honda Jawa Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.94 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.86 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.19 Lakh
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled Engine
Max Power 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm 27.32 PS 20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB350 H'ness Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 5,588 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,355 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 11,952 CB350 H'ness Insurance Rs. 11,816 42 Insurance Not Available
Brochure
Download Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
121 kmph
130 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled Engine
Engine Displacement
348.36 cc
294.72 cc
349 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm
27.32 PS
20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm @ 3000 rpm
26.84 Nm
27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
Not Available
Not Available
bs6-2.0
Bore
70 mm
76 mm
72 mm
Stroke
90.5 mm
65 mm
85.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Not Available
Electronic Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
11:1
9.5:1

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

Quarter Mile
Not Available
Not Available
18.74s @ 109.43kmph
Braking (60-0 kmph)
Not Available
Not Available
20.09mm
Braking (80-0 kmph)
Not Available
Not Available
34.40mm
Braking (100-0 kmph)
Not Available
Not Available
51.08mm
Mileage (City)
Not Available
Not Available
41.88 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
45.8 kmpl
33 kmpl
41.88 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
12.55s
Not Available
Not Available
Top Speed
Not Available
Not Available
114 kmph
Braking 60-0 km/h
16.87m
Not Available
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
45.8 kmpl
Not Available
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
42.17 kmpl
Not Available
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
29.01m
Not Available
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
45.74m
Not Available
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
6.11s
Not Available
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.74s
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
Twin Hydraulic
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Not Available

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
23 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
23 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
30 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/70-18
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
788 mm
765 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2 L
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2163*789*1107 mm3
2071*833*1065 mm3
2140*845*1310 mm3
Wheelbase
1441 mm
1369 mm
1400 mm
Length
2163 mm
2071 mm
2140 mm
Ground Clearance
166 mm
165 mm
170 mm
Height
1107 mm
1065 mm
1310 mm
Width
789 mm
833 mm
845 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
12.5 L
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
181 Kg
182 Kg
191 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
280 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm
270 mm

Additional Features
Not Available
Not Available
Lubrication - Wet sump forced lubrication, ENGINE OIL GRADE - SAE 15 W 50 API, SL GRADE, JASO MA 2 SEMI SYNTHETIC, AIR CLEANER - PAPER ELEMENT
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Not Available
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
Not Available
Not Available
LED Tail Lights
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Turn Signal Lamp
Not Available
Not Available
Bulb

Frame Type
Half Duplex Cradle
Double Cradle
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Honda Selectable Torque Control, Honda RoadSync, ESS (Emergency Stop Signal)
Not Available
Not Available
Voice Assist
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Street Bikes, Cruiser Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Display
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Tripmeter
Not Available
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Footrest
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Not Available
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Not Available

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

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 42,000 Km
4 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
4
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
42000
50000
Not Available
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Latest News on Honda CB350 H'ness, Jawa Motorcycles 42 and Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (2020-2025)

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Performance wise and riding experience wise which is better meteor 350 or honda hness?
  • The Honda H'ness CB350 and Royal Enfield Meteor 350 are 350cc motorcycles with distinct characteristics. The H'ness CB350 (348.36cc) delivers 21.07 PS and 30 Nm, featuring all-LED lighting and Bluetooth-enabled navigation. The Meteor 350 (349cc) produces 20.4 PS and 27 Nm, equipped with a semi-digital instrument cluster and a halogen headlamp. Both models include dual-channel ABS and a 15L fuel tank. For detailed comparison click on the given link: https://www.zigwheels.com/bike-comparison/honda-hness-cb350-vs-royal-enfield-meteor
Q. Which variant of Hness CB350 is best to buy?
  • Yes its not a great performance .. normal and its feel like byke.. if re driving feels like a big bike and thumping super
  • Trust me, I have pro, and it’s not worth. Seat, pickup, highest speed, all these things are pathetic. It’s not worth spending 2.5L
  • Honda Hness CB350 is available in 3 variants: Hness CB350 DLX, Hness CB350 DLX Pro, and Hness CB350 Anniversary Edition. Selecting one would depend on your personal preference of styling. Moreover, if you are looking for a comfortable, easy-to-handle bike that marries old-school charm and modern sensibilities well, you may go for Honda Hness CB350. The neutral riding position and excellent seat keep your body absolutely content. The H’ness does a fantastic job of masking its 181kg kerb weight, offering easy and neutral handling with minimal effort. We would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and riding comfort. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Which is the best bike between, Hness CB 350 or 250 Adventure?
  • Also if you have any other bike suggestion let me know
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CB350 H'ness Vs 42 Vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (2020-2025) FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CB350 H'ness vs Jawa Motorcycles 42?
Honda CB350 H'ness has out rated Jawa 42 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CB350 H'ness vs Jawa Motorcycles 42?
The Jawa 42 is cheaper than Honda CB350 H'ness by ₹8,086.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB350 H'ness vs Jawa Motorcycles 42?
For the DLX version, 348.36 cc Petrol engine of CB350 H'ness produces 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm of power and 30 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 H'ness has better performance.

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