Jawa 42 vs Jawa 42 Bobber

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

Jawa 42 price starts at Rs. 1.85 Lakh, which is Rs. 20,000 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa 42 Bobber, priced at Rs. 2.05 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 42 offers a claimed 33 kmpl, while the 42 Bobber delivers 30.56 kmpl. On the performance front, the 42 uses a 294.72cc engine producing 27.32 PS and the 42 Bobber a 334cc engine producing 29.92 PS. If you're deciding between the 42 and 42 Bobber, the 42 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 42 Bobber stands out for performance.

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42 vs 42 Bobber Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42Jawa 42 Bobber
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.85 LakhRs. 2.05 Lakh
Mileage 33 kmpl30.56 kmpl
Engine 294.72 cc334 cc
Max power 27.32 PS29.92 PS
Kerb weight 182 Kg185 Kg

42 vs 42 Bobber Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 All Star BlackJawa 42 Bobber Moonstone White
Rating
87 reviews
134 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Jawa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.85 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 27.32 PS 29.92 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,328 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,611 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,800 42 Insurance Rs. 12,136 42 Bobber Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
129 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
294.72 cc
334 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
27.32 PS
29.92 PS
Max Torque
26.84 Nm
30 Nm
Bore
76 mm
81 mm
Stroke
65 mm
65 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11:1
11:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
33 kmpl
30.56 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
10.80s
0-40 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
1.94s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
15.82m
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
Not Available
1.94s
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
31.47m
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
30-35 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
4.27s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
5.98s
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Analog

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Telescopic Forks, ø 35 mm
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled With 7 Step Adjustable Preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
23 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
23 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
30 psi
28 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
788 mm
740 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.2 L
Length*Width*Height
2071*833*1065 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1369 mm
1485 mm
Length
2071 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
165 mm
Not Available
Height
1065 mm
Not Available
Width
833 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
12.5 L
Kerb Weight
182 Kg
185 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Double Cradle
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
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
Not Available
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
18000 Kms
18000 Kms
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

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

Is Jawa 42 Bobber Better Than Jawa 42?

60% users have chosen Jawa 42 Bobber over Jawa 42 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 342 users have also rated Jawa 42 Bobber and Jawa 42 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Jawa 42 Bobber has out rated Jawa 42 on all the rating factors.
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 42 Bobber
Mileage 4.0 3.3
Performance 4.8 4.5
Comfort 4.6 4.2
Maintenance 3.9 3.4
Safety 0.2 0.1
Features 4.6 4.2
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber?
Jawa 42 Bobber has out rated Jawa 42 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber?
The Jawa 42 is cheaper than Jawa 42 Bobber by ₹20,000.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 Bobber?
For the All Star Black version, 294.72 cc Petrol engine of 42 produces 27.32 PS of power and 26.84 Nm of torque. Whereas for the Moonstone White version, 334 cc Petrol engine of 42 Bobber produces 29.92 PS of power and 30 Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 has better performance.

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