Jawa 42 vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450

Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Price starts at Rs. 2.51 Lakh which is Rs. 91,632 costlier than base model of Jawa 42 priced at Rs. 1.59 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Jawa 42 is 33 kmpl whereas the mileage of Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is 29.5 kmpl. In technical specifications, Jawa 42 is powered by 294.72 cc engine , while Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is powered by 452 cc engine. Jawa 42 is available in 2 different colours while Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 comes with 8 colours. The Comparison Jawa 42 vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

42 vs Guerrilla 450

Key Highlights 42 All Star BlackGuerrilla 450 Apex Red
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves
Max Power 27.32 PS 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm

42 vs Guerrilla 450 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 All Star BlackRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex Red
Rating
87 reviews
19 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.85 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.51 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves
Max Power 27.32 PS 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 5,328 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,874 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,800 42 Insurance Rs. 21,496 Guerrilla 450 Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
Download Brochure

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
...
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves
Engine Displacement
294.72 cc
452 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
27.32 PS
40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
26.84 Nm
40 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
76 mm
84 mm
Stroke
65 mm
81.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11:1
11.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
33 kmpl
...

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Telescopic Forks, 43 mm, Travel - 140 mm
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Linkage Type Monoshock, Travel - 150 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
30 psi
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-120/70-R17 Rear :-160/60-R17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
...
173 kg
Seat height
788 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.2 L
Length*Width*Height
2071*833*1065 mm3
2145*833*1125 mm3
Wheelbase
1369 mm
1440 mm
Length
2071 mm
2145 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
169 mm
Height
1065 mm
1125 mm
Width
833 mm
833 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.5 L
11 L
Kerb Weight
182 Kg
184 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
...
Roadside assistance
...
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Steel, Tubular Frame Using Engine As Stressed Member
Malfunction Indicator
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
...
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
...
Riding Modes
...
Low battery alert
Brightness Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
...
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
...
Additional Features/Information
...
Engine Management System
Gear Position Indicator
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
...
Side Stand Warning
...
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
...
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
...
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
...
Low Battery Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
4th Service
18000 Kms
15000 Kms
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
  • Punchy motor makes it a lot of fun in the city or on the highway
  • Feels really nimble, whether filtering through traffic or having fun on a winding hill road
  • The low 780mm seat height and low-ish 184kg kerb weight makes it really easy to manage
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
  • Engine still has some vibrations throughout the rev range
  • Non-adjustable brake and clutch levers might be a bit of a reach for those with smaller hands
  • Smaller 11-litre fuel tank means more fuel stops if you’re out touring

Is Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Better Than Jawa 42?

72% users have chosen Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 over Jawa 42 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 189 users have also rated Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 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 Guerrilla 450 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your bike. On the basis of features 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 Guerrilla 450
Mileage 4.0 3.3
Performance 4.9 4.5
Comfort 4.8 4.2
Maintenance 4.1 3.4
Safety 0.5 0.1
Features 4.2 4.2
Image
Do you own a Car or Bike?
  • Interact with community
  • Become a Top Contributor
Add Car Add Bike

Jawa 42 Comparison with Similar Bikes

  • Jawa 42
    Jawa
    42
    Rs. 1.85 Lakh
    Royal Enfield Classic 350
    Royal Enfield
    Classic 350
    Rs. 1.87 Lakh
    42 vs Classic 350
  • Jawa 42
    Jawa
    42
    Rs. 1.85 Lakh
    Royal Enfield Hunter 350
    Royal Enfield
    Hunter 350
    Rs. 1.38 Lakh
    42 vs Hunter 350
  • Jawa 42
    Jawa
    42
    Rs. 1.85 Lakh
    Royal Enfield Bullet 350
    Royal Enfield
    Bullet 350
    Rs. 1.66 Lakh
    42 vs Bullet 350
  • Jawa 42
    Jawa
    42
    Rs. 1.85 Lakh
    Jawa 42 FJ
    Jawa
    42 FJ
    Rs. 1.94 Lakh
    42 vs 42 FJ
  • Jawa 42
    Jawa
    42
    Rs. 1.85 Lakh
    Royal Enfield Meteor 350
    Royal Enfield
    Meteor 350
    Rs. 2.00 Lakh
    42 vs Meteor 350

Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better b/w jawa 42 and guerrilla 450
  • Both the Jawa 42 and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 are impressive motorcycles, each offering distinct strengths in their respective segments. The Jawa 42 comes with a 294 cc engine, delivering 27.32 PS of power and a mileage of around 33 km/l, making it suitable for daily commuting. On the other hand, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 features a 452 cc engine with 40.02 PS of power and a mileage of approximately 29.5 km/l, ideal for riders seeking stronger performance and highway capability. Ultimately, the choice depends on your personal preferences and riding requirements. We recommend visiting your nearest authorized dealership for a test ride before making your final decision.

Jawa Motorcycles 42 Vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450?
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450?
The Jawa 42 is cheaper than Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 by ₹66,113.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450?
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 Apex Red version, 452 cc Petrol engine of Guerrilla 450 produces 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 40 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 has better performance.

Images of Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 and Jawa 42

  1. Home
  2. New Bikes
  3. Compare Bikes
  4. Jawa 42 vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
×