Jawa 42 Bobber vs KTM 250 Duke

KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs. 2.14 Lakh which is Rs. 10,852 costlier than base model of Jawa 42 Bobber priced at Rs. 2.03 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Jawa 42 Bobber is 30.56 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 250 Duke is 30.08 kmpl. In technical specifications, Jawa 42 Bobber is powered by 334 cc engine , while KTM 250 Duke is powered by 249.07 cc engine. Jawa 42 Bobber is available in 5 different colours while KTM 250 Duke comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Jawa 42 Bobber vs KTM 250 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

42 Bobber vs 250 Duke

Key Highlights 42 Bobber Moonstone White250 Duke STD
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 29.92 PS 31 PS @ 9250 rpm

42 Bobber vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber Moonstone WhiteKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
132 reviews
101 reviews
Brand Name Jawa KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 29.92 PS 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,611 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,849 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,136 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 11,080 250 Duke Insurance
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Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
334 cc
249.07 cc
Max Power
29.92 PS
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
81 mm
72 mm
Stroke
65 mm
61.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11:1
12.63:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Braking (60-0 kmph)
15.82m
...
Braking (80-0 kmph)
31.47m
...
Mileage (Overall)
30.56 kmpl
30.08 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
10.80s
...
Top Speed
129 kmph
148 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Peak Power
29.92 PS
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
23 psi
29 psi

Seat height
740 mm
820 mm
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
...
176 mm
Fuel Capacity
12.5 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
185 Kg
162.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
740 mm
820 mm
Front Brake Diameter
280 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
240 mm

Additional Features
...
Ride By Wire
Call/SMS Alerts
...
Roadside assistance
...
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 8AH
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Double Cradle
Split Trellis Frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
...
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
LCD Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Digital
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Passenger Footrest
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Service Due Indicator
Switchable ABS
...
DRLs

Standard Warranty (Years)
4
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning, Quickshifter is really smooth, Exciting yet tractable engine
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders, Slightly dull at slow speeds, Inconsistent fit and finish

Is Jawa 42 Bobber Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

78% users have chosen Jawa 42 Bobber over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 355 users have also rated Jawa 42 Bobber and KTM 250 Duke 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, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of safety.

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 250 Duke 42 Bobber
Mileage 4.0 3.8
Performance 4.8 4.3
Comfort 4.6 4.3
Maintenance 3.9 3.5
Safety 0.2 0.4
Features 4.6 4.1
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM 250 Duke?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 Bobber is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of safety.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM 250 Duke?
The Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by ₹8,668.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM 250 Duke?
For the Moonstone White version, 334 cc Petrol engine of 42 Bobber produces 29.92 PS of power and 30 Nm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Duke produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 Bobber has better performance.

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