Jawa 42 Bobber vs Zontes 350R

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at Rs. 2.07 Lakh, which is Rs. 50,206 cheaper than the base variant of Zontes 350R, priced at Rs. 2.57 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 42 Bobber offers a claimed 30.56 kmpl, while the 350R delivers 40 kmpl. On the performance front, the 42 Bobber uses a 334cc engine producing 29.92 PS and the 350R a 348cc engine producing 38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 Bobber and 350R, the 350R is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the 42 Bobber stands out for affordability.

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42 Bobber vs 350R Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42 BobberZontes 350R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.07 LakhRs. 2.57 Lakh
Mileage 30.56 kmpl40 kmpl
Engine 334 cc348 cc
Max power 29.92 PS38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 185 Kg180 Kg

42 Bobber vs 350R Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 Bobber Moonstone WhiteZontes 350R STD
Rating
134 reviews
39 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Zontes
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.07 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.57 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 29.92 PS 38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Zontes 350R Colors
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. 5,662 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 7,037 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,167 42 Bobber Insurance Rs. 13,012 350R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
129 kmph
150 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
Engine Displacement
334 cc
348 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29.92 PS
38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm
32.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
81 mm
84.5 mm
Stroke
65 mm
62 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
12.3:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30.56 kmpl
40 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
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
Inverted Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step Adjustable Preload
Monoshock

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 :-120/70-17 Rear :-160/60-17
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

Seat height
740 mm
795 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.2 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2010*795*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1380 mm
Length
Not Available
2010 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
152 mm
Height
Not Available
1120 mm
Width
Not Available
795 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
185 Kg
180 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
265 mm

Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Not Available
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
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
Digital
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
Not Available
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
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Zontes 350R
  • Radical design is an attention magnet, unparalleled features list in the segment, keyless system is convenient
Zontes 350R
  • Engine refinement and performance levels are far below expectations, quality levels are poor, low city and highway fuel efficiency for a 350cc, disappointing brakes and ABS calibration, service network and quality

Is Zontes 350R Better Than Jawa 42 Bobber?

100% users have chosen Zontes 350R over Jawa 42 Bobber in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 252 users have also rated Zontes 350R and Jawa 42 Bobber 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 Zontes 350R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Jawa 42 Bobber is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
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 350R
Mileage 3.1 4.0
Performance 3.7 4.8
Comfort 4.5 4.6
Maintenance 3.3 3.9
Features 4.8 4.6
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Vs Zontes 350R FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Zontes 350R?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 Bobber is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Zontes 350R is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Zontes 350R?
The Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper than Zontes 350R by ₹50,206.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber vs Zontes 350R?
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, 348 cc Petrol engine of 350R produces 38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 32.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 Bobber has better performance.

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