Jawa 42 Bobber vs Kawasaki KLX230

Last Updated: October 22, 2026

Kawasaki KLX230 price starts at Rs. 1.84 Lakh, which is Rs. 24,942 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa 42 Bobber, priced at Rs. 2.09 Lakh. On the performance front, the 42 Bobber uses a 334cc engine producing 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm and the KLX230 a 233cc engine producing 19 PS. If you're deciding between the 42 Bobber and KLX230, the KLX230 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the 42 Bobber stands out for performance.

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42 Bobber vs KLX230 Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42 BobberKawasaki KLX230
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.09 LakhRs. 1.84 Lakh
Mileage Not Available40 kmpl
Engine 334 cc233 cc
Max power 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm19 PS
Kerb weight 177 Kg139 Kg

42 Bobber vs KLX230 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber All Stars Mystic CopperKawasaki KLX230 STD
Rating
134 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Jawa Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.09 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.84 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine
Max Power 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm 19 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Kawasaki KLX230 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,721 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,301 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,204 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 11,784 KLX230 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
129 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine
Engine Displacement
334 cc
233 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
19 PS
Max Torque
30 Nm @ 5500 rpm
19 Nm
Bore
81 mm
67 mm
Stroke
65 mm
66 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
11:1
9.4:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
40 Kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
10.80s
Not Available
0-40 Kmph (sec)
1.94s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
15.82m
Not Available
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
1.94s
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
31.47m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
30-35 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
4.27s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
5.98s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Analog
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
Not Available
223 mm
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
Ø37 mm, Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step
Uni-Trak

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-2.75-21 Rear :-4.10-18
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
136 kg
Seat height
740 mm
880 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.2 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2110*830*1160 mm3
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1370 mm
Length
Not Available
2110 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
255 mm
Height
Not Available
1160 mm
Width
Not Available
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
7.5 L
Kerb Weight
177 Kg
139 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
290 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Perimeter, High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
1
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Adjustable Handlebar, Adjustable Seat
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
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Dirt Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
Not Available
4th Service
18000 Kms
Not Available

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki KLX230
  • Long travel suspension and superb ground clearance makes it quite capable offroad, Switchable ABS at the rear enhances the offroad capabilities of the bike, Look and styling makes the bike look like a proper offroader
Kawasaki KLX230
  • The pricing is a bit too high compared to competitors, The console is rather plain and doesn't offer many features, Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels
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Jawa 42 Bobber Vs Kawasaki KLX230 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Jawa 42 Bobber vs Kawasaki KLX230?
The Kawasaki KLX230 is cheaper than Jawa 42 Bobber by ₹24,942.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa 42 Bobber vs Kawasaki KLX230?
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, 233 cc Petrol engine of KLX230 produces 19 PS of power and 19 Nm of torque

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