Jawa 42 Bobber vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at Rs. 2.08 Lakh, which is Rs. 22,784 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.31 Lakh. On the performance front, the 42 Bobber uses a 334cc engine producing 29.92 PS and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 Bobber and YZF-R2, the 42 Bobber is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the YZF-R2 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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42 Bobber vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42 BobberYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.08 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 30.56 kmplNot Available
Engine 334 cc204 cc
Max power 29.92 PS26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 185 Kg149 Kg

42 Bobber vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber Moonstone WhiteYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
134 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.08 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 29.92 PS 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,687 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,183 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
129 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
334 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29.92 PS
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
81 mm
66 mm
Stroke
65 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
30.56 kmpl
Not Available
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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step Adjustable Preload
Linked-Type Monocross

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 :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
740 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.2 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1340 mm
Length
Not Available
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1140 mm
Width
Not Available
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
185 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
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
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Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 Bobber is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹22,784.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
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, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 Bobber has better performance.

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