Jawa 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 200

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at Rs. 2.23 Lakh, which is Rs. 11,658 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 200, priced at Rs. 2.34 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 42 Bobber offers a claimed 30.56 kmpl, while the RC 200 delivers 35 kmpl. On the performance front, the 42 Bobber uses a 334cc engine producing 29.92 PS and the RC 200 a 199.5cc engine producing 25 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 Bobber and RC 200, the 42 Bobber is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the RC 200 stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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42 Bobber vs RC 200 Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42 BobberKTM RC 200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.23 LakhRs. 2.34 Lakh
Mileage 30.56 kmpl35 kmpl
Engine 334 cc199.5 cc
Max power 29.92 PS25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 185 Kg160 Kg

42 Bobber vs RC 200 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber Black MirrorKTM RC 200 GP Edition
Rating
134 reviews
148 reviews
Brand Name Jawa KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.23 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.34 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 29.92 PS 25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
KTM RC 200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 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 Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,098 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,417 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 12,631 RC 200 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
Not Available
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
334 cc
199.5 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29.92 PS
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm
19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
81 mm
72 mm
Stroke
65 mm
49 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
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
11:1
11.3:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30.56 kmpl
35 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
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
35 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
35 kmpl
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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
WP Apex USD forks, 43 mm diameter
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step Adjustable Preload
WP Apex Monoshock, 10 step adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70 - 17, Rear :-150/60 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
740 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.2 L
1.5 L
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1341 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
158 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
185 Kg
160 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Split-Trellis frame (Tubular), Newly Engineered Bolt-On Subframe
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
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Supermoto ABS
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports 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
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
16000 Kms/240 Days
4th Service
18000 Kms
Not Available
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM RC 200
  • Sharp but forgiving handling; Meatier torque band aids overall driveability; More accessible ergonomics makes for a better all-rounder
KTM RC 200
  • Tyres lack edge grip, letting down the otherwise great handling package; It is a bit pricey; The edgy design is quite polarising

Is Jawa 42 Bobber Better Than KTM RC 200?

52% users have chosen Jawa 42 Bobber over KTM RC 200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 482 users have also rated Jawa 42 Bobber and KTM RC 200 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Jawa 42 Bobber has out rated KTM RC 200 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 42 Bobber RC 200
Mileage 4.0 3.9
Performance 4.8 4.5
Comfort 4.6 4.2
Maintenance 3.9 3.7
Safety 0.2 0.1
Features 4.6 4.4
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Vs KTM RC 200 FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 200?
Jawa 42 Bobber has out rated KTM RC 200 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 200?
The Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper than KTM RC 200 by ₹11,658.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 200?
For the Black Mirror version, 334 cc Petrol engine of 42 Bobber produces 29.92 PS of power and 30 Nm of torque. Whereas for the GP Edition version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of RC 200 produces 25 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 Bobber has better performance.

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