Jawa 42 vs Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350

Last Updated: September 12, 2026

Jawa 42 price starts at Rs. 1.85 Lakh, which is Rs. 40,369 cheaper than the base variant of Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350, priced at Rs. 2.25 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 42 offers a claimed 33 kmpl, while the Goan Classic 350 delivers 36.2 kmpl. On the performance front, the 42 uses a 294.72cc engine producing 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Goan Classic 350 a 349cc engine producing 20.48 PS @ 6100 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 and Goan Classic 350, the 42 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Goan Classic 350 stands out for mileage.

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42 vs Goan Classic 350 Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.85 LakhRs. 2.25 Lakh
Mileage 33 kmpl36.2 kmpl
Engine 294.72 cc349 cc
Max power 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm20.48 PS @ 6100 rpm
Kerb weight 175 Kg197 Kg

42 vs Goan Classic 350 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 All Stars IvoryRoyal Enfield Goan Classic 350 Single Tone
Rating
87 reviews
8 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.85 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.25 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm 20.48 PS @ 6100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 5,328 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,169 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,800 42 Insurance Rs. 12,479 Goan Classic 350 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
105 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, Air-Oil Cooled, SOHC
Engine Displacement
294.72 cc
349 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm
20.48 PS @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque
26.3 Nm @ 5800 rpm
27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Bore
76 mm
75 mm
Stroke
65 mm
85.8 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
9.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
33 kmpl
36.2 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Telescopic, 41mm Forks, 130 mm Travel
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled
Twin Tube Emulsion Shocks Absorbers With 6-Step Adjustable Preload, 105.3 mm Travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
22 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
22 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
30 psi
25 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-100/90-19,Rear :-130/90-16
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
188 kg
Seat height
795 mm
750 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
178 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.6 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
375 kg
Length*Width*Height
2071*833*1065 mm3
2130*825*1200 mm3
Wheelbase
1369 mm
1400 mm
Length
2071 mm
2130 mm
Ground Clearance
173 mm
170 mm
Height
1065 mm
1200 mm
Width
833 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
175 Kg
197 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm

Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Twin Downtube Spine Frame
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
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
ECO Mode
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
Cruiser 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
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air & Oil 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
500kms/45 days
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
5000kms/180 days
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
10000kms/365 days
4th Service
18000 Kms
15000kms/550 days
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350
  • Unique bobber-like design with really cool paint schemes that really stand out, Ape hanger handlebars and forward set foot pegs give you a proper Bobber riding experience, Engine feels really smooth whether at city or highway speeds, 750mm seat height makes it accessible to short rides as well
Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350
  • At 197kg it’s the heaviest 350cc Royal Enfield bike which could make it difficult for some to manage, Brakes are ok at best - they’re not really sharp but just about get the job done, The rear suspension can feel bouncy if you take bumps at speed

Is Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 Better Than Jawa 42?

100% users have chosen Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 over Jawa 42 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 166 users have also rated Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 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 Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your bike. But Jawa 42 is better on the grounds of features.
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 Goan Classic 350 42
Mileage 5.0 3.3
Performance 5.0 4.5
Comfort 4.7 4.2
Maintenance 3.7 3.4
Safety 3.3 0.1
Features 1.7 4.2
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Vs Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350?
The Jawa 42 is cheaper than Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 by ₹40,369.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350?
For the All Stars Ivory version, 294.72 cc Petrol engine of 42 produces 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 26.3 Nm @ 5800 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Single Tone version, 349 cc Petrol engine of Goan Classic 350 produces 20.48 PS @ 6100 rpm of power and 27 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 has better performance.

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