Jawa 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 160

Last Updated: October 11, 2026

KTM RC 160 price starts at Rs. 2.01 Lakh, which is Rs. 7,560 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 RC 160 a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 Bobber and RC 160, the RC 160 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 RC 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42 BobberKTM RC 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.09 LakhRs. 2.01 Lakh
Mileage Not Available36 kmpl
Engine 334 cc164.2 cc
Max power 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 177 Kg155 Kg

42 Bobber vs RC 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber All Stars Mystic CopperKTM RC 160 STD
Rating
134 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Jawa KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.09 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.01 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
KTM RC 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch 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. 5,721 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,514 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,204 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 12,076 RC 160 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
129 kmph
118 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
334 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm @ 5500 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
81 mm
66 mm
Stroke
65 mm
48 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Inductive
Compression Ratio
11:1
11.97:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
36 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
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
0.12
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
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm

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 :-110/70-17, , Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
148 kg
Seat height
740 mm
830 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.2 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
305 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1.4 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1965*701*1150 mm3
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1347 mm
Length
Not Available
1965 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
168 mm
Height
Not Available
1150 mm
Width
Not Available
701 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
177 Kg
155 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
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - 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
Off-Road,Super Moto
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Adjustable Handlebar, Adjustable Seat
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Split handle bar
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
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM RC 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
KTM RC 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Vs KTM RC 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 160?
KTM RC 160 has out rated Jawa 42 Bobber on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 160?
The KTM RC 160 is cheaper than Jawa 42 Bobber by ₹7,560.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs KTM RC 160?
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, 164.2 cc Petrol engine of RC 160 produces 19 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 Bobber has better performance.

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