Jawa 42 Bobber vs Jawa Perak

Last Updated: September 8, 2026

Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at Rs. 2.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 10,930 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa Perak, priced at Rs. 2.21 Lakh. On the performance front, both are powered by a 334cc petrol engine producing 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 Bobber and Perak, the 42 Bobber is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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42 Bobber vs Perak Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42 BobberJawa Perak
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.10 LakhRs. 2.21 Lakh
Mileage Not Available34.05 kmpl
Engine 334 cc334 cc
Max power 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 177 Kg187 Kg

42 Bobber vs Perak Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber All Stars Mystic CopperJawa Perak STD
Rating
134 reviews
100 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Jawa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.21 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Jawa Motorcycles Perak Colors
Wheel Size Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 5,748 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,047 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,220 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 12,404 Perak Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
129 kmph
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
334 cc
334 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm @ 5500 rpm
30.01 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
81 mm
81 mm
Stroke
65 mm
65 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11:1
11:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
34.05 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
10.80s
11.45s
0-40 Kmph (sec)
1.94s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
15.82m
17.24m
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
34.05 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
30.79 kmpl
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
1.94s
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
31.47m
31.65m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
54.04m
Estimated Mileage
30-35 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
4.27s
4.35s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
5.98s
5.54s
Fuel Gauge
Analog
Analog

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
Telescopic Fork , ø 35 mm
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step Adjustable Preload
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step Adjustable Preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
23 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
23 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
28 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
740 mm
750 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.2 L
2.8 L
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1485 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
145 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
13.2 L
Kerb Weight
177 Kg
187 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
Halogen

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Double Cradle
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
18000 Kms
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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Jawa Perak
  • Looks stunning; Engine is more versatile and usable; Isn’t shy to show off its sporty handling genes
Jawa Perak
  • Build quality isn’t great; Lacks modern features; Cramped riding ergonomics

Is Jawa 42 Bobber Better Than Jawa Perak?

57% users have chosen Jawa 42 Bobber over Jawa Perak in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 554 users have also rated Jawa 42 Bobber and Jawa Perak 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 Bobber is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and comfort in your bike. But Jawa Perak is better on the grounds of maintenance. On the basis of 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 Perak
Mileage 4.0 3.9
Performance 4.8 4.5
Comfort 4.6 4.4
Maintenance 3.9 4.0
Features 4.6 4.6
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Recently Asked User Questions

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Q. Is Perak is better then Bullet?
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Vs Jawa Motorcycles Perak FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Jawa Motorcycles Perak?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 Bobber is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and comfort in your bike. But Jawa Perak is better on the grounds of maintenance. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Jawa Motorcycles Perak?
The Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper than Jawa Perak by ₹10,930.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Jawa Motorcycles Perak?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 334 cc Petrol engine of Perak produces 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 30.01 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 Bobber has better performance.

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