Jawa 42 Bobber vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at Rs. 2.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.33 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, priced at Rs. 3.38 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 42 Bobber offers a claimed 30.56 kmpl, while the Interceptor 650 delivers 25 kmpl. On the performance front, the 42 Bobber uses a 334cc engine producing 29.92 PS and the Interceptor 650 a 647.95cc engine producing 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 Bobber and Interceptor 650, the 42 Bobber is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Interceptor 650 stands out for performance.

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42 Bobber vs Interceptor 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42 BobberRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.05 LakhRs. 3.38 Lakh
Mileage 30.56 kmpl25 kmpl
Engine 334 cc647.95 cc
Max power 29.92 PS47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 185 Kg218 Kg

42 Bobber vs Interceptor 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber Moonstone WhiteRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650 Standard
Rating
134 reviews
219 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.38 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke / SOHC
Max Power 29.92 PS 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 5,611 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,252 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,136 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 23,141 Interceptor 650 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
129 kmph
212 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke / SOHC
Engine Displacement
334 cc
647.95 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29.92 PS
47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm
52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm
Bore
81 mm
78 mm
Stroke
65 mm
67.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital spark ignition
Compression Ratio
11:1
9.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30.56 kmpl
25 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
25-30 kmpl
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
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step Adjustable Preload
Twin Gas Charged Shock Absorbers With Adjustable Preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
39 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-100/90-18, Rear :-130/70-R18
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Seat height
740 mm
804 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.2 L
2.7 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
400 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2119*835*1067 mm3
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1398 mm
Length
Not Available
2119 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
174 mm
Height
Not Available
1067 mm
Width
Not Available
835 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
185 Kg
218 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
280 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
Halogen Bulb
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Steel Tubular, Double Cradle Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD Connectivity
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
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
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Paper Element, Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump With Pump Driven Oil Delivery
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Roadster 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
Analogue
Gradeability
Not Available
24 degrees
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
500 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
5000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
10000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
18000 Kms
15000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
3 Years or 40,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
40000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
  • Most affordable 650cc bike in India, Linear yet exciting power delivery, Extremely refined engine
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
  • Lacks features, Uncomfortable for pillion riders, Rear suspension is a little too soft

Is Jawa 42 Bobber Better Than Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?

56% users have chosen Jawa 42 Bobber over Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1014 users have also rated Jawa 42 Bobber and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 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, comfort and features in your bike. But Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is better on the grounds of maintenance. On the basis of performance 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 Interceptor 650
Mileage 4.0 3.7
Performance 4.8 4.8
Comfort 4.6 4.1
Maintenance 3.9 4.0
Features 4.6 4.4
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 Bobber is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and features in your bike. But Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is better on the grounds of maintenance. On the basis of performance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?
The Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper than Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 by ₹1.33 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?
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 Standard version, 647.95 cc Petrol engine of Interceptor 650 produces 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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