Jawa 42 vs Yamaha FZS-FI V4

Last Updated: October 23, 2026

Yamaha FZS-FI V4 price starts at Rs. 1.21 Lakh, which is Rs. 67,271 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa 42, priced at Rs. 1.88 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 42 offers a claimed 33 kmpl, while the FZS-FI V4 delivers 46 kmpl. On the performance front, the 42 uses a 294.72cc engine producing 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm and the FZS-FI V4 a 149cc engine producing 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the 42 and FZS-FI V4, the FZS-FI V4 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 42 stands out for performance.

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42 vs FZS-FI V4 Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42Yamaha FZS-FI V4
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.88 LakhRs. 1.21 Lakh
Mileage 33 kmpl46 kmpl
Engine 294.72 cc149 cc
Max power 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 175 Kg136 Kg

42 vs FZS-FI V4 Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 All Stars IvoryYamaha FZS-FI V4 STD
Rating
87 reviews
83 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.88 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.21 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Max Power 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Yamaha FZS-FI V4 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,414 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,476 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,850 42 Insurance Rs. 6,843 FZS-FI V4 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
115 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Engine Displacement
294.72 cc
149 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm
12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
26.3 Nm @ 5800 rpm
13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
76 mm
57.3 mm
Stroke
65 mm
57.9 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
9.6 : 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
46 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Telescopic Fork
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled
7-Step Adjustable Monocross Suspension

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
28 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
30 psi
28 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2 L
Length*Width*Height
2071*833*1065 mm3
2000*780*1080 mm3
Wheelbase
1369 mm
1330 mm
Length
2071 mm
2000 mm
Ground Clearance
173 mm
165 mm
Height
1065 mm
1080 mm
Width
833 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
175 Kg
136 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Diamond Type
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Sports 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
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
1000 Kms / 1 Month
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
4000 Kms / 5 Months
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
7000 Kms / 9 Months
4th Service
18000 Kms
10000 Kms
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

Is Yamaha FZS-FI V4 Better Than Jawa 42?

100% users have chosen Yamaha FZS-FI V4 over Jawa 42 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 284 users have also rated Yamaha FZS-FI V4 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 Yamaha FZS-FI V4 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. On the basis of performance and safety 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 FZS-FI V4 42
Mileage 4.5 3.3
Performance 4.5 4.5
Comfort 4.6 4.2
Maintenance 4.3 3.4
Safety 0.2 0.1
Features 4.5 4.2
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Which bike is best between Jawa 42 vs Yamaha FZS-FI V4?
Yamaha FZS-FI V4 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of performance and safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa 42 vs Yamaha FZS-FI V4?
The Yamaha FZS-FI V4 is cheaper than Jawa 42 by ₹67,271.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa 42 vs Yamaha FZS-FI V4?
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 STD version, 149 cc Petrol engine of FZS-FI V4 produces 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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