Jawa 42 vs Jawa 42 FJ

Last Updated: July 29, 2026

Jawa 42 price starts at Rs. 1.85 Lakh, which is Rs. 8,775 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa 42 FJ, priced at Rs. 1.94 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 42 offers a claimed 33 kmpl, while the 42 FJ delivers 32 kmpl. On the performance front, the 42 uses a 294.72cc engine producing 27.32 PS @ 7500 rpm and the 42 FJ a 334cc engine producing 29.1 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 and 42 FJ, the 42 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 42 FJ stands out for performance.

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42 vs 42 FJ Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42Jawa 42 FJ
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.85 LakhRs. 1.94 Lakh
Mileage 33 kmpl32 kmpl
Engine 294.72 cc334 cc
Max power 27.32 PS @ 7500 rpm29.1 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 182 Kg184 Kg

42 vs 42 FJ Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 IvoryJawa 42 FJ Dual Channel Aurora Green Matte Spoke
Rating
87 reviews
11 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Jawa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.85 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.94 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 27.32 PS @ 7500 rpm 29.1 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ 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. 5,581 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,800 42 Insurance Rs. 11,948 42 FJ Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
140 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 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
294.72 cc
334 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
27.32 PS @ 7500 rpm
29.1 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
26.84 Nm @ 5800 rpm
29.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
76 mm
81 mm
Stroke
65 mm
65 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
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
32 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Twin shock absorber with 5-step Adjustable Pre load

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
30 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
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2071*833*1065 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1369 mm
1440 mm
Length
2071 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
165 mm
178 mm
Height
1065 mm
Not Available
Width
833 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
182 Kg
184 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
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
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
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
Yes
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
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
4th Service
18000 Kms
18000 Kms
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
4
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
50000

Is Jawa 42 FJ Better Than Jawa 42?

60% users have chosen Jawa 42 FJ over Jawa 42 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 174 users have also rated Jawa 42 FJ and Jawa 42 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 FJ is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and features in your bike. But Jawa 42 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 FJ 42
Mileage 3.5 3.3
Performance 4.5 4.5
Comfort 4.8 4.2
Maintenance 3.3 3.4
Features 4.5 4.2
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Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for maintenance in your bike. But Jawa 42 FJ is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and features. On the basis of performance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ?
The Jawa 42 is cheaper than Jawa 42 FJ by ₹8,775.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Jawa Motorcycles 42 FJ?
For the Ivory version, 294.72 cc Petrol engine of 42 produces 27.32 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 26.84 Nm @ 5800 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Dual Channel Aurora Green Matte Spoke version, 334 cc Petrol engine of 42 FJ produces 29.1 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 29.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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