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Jawa 42

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The Jawa 42 is a neo-retro roadster and the brand’s cheapest bike in India. It is powered by the updated 294cc, single-cylinder, J-Panther engine which is more refined than before. Jawa has also addressed customer and media feedback, making the bike smoother and more comfortable than before.

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Key Specs & Features of Jawa 42

Engine294.72 cc
Power27.32 PS
Torque26.84 Nm
Mileage33 kmpl
Kerb Weight184 kg
BrakesDouble Disc
  • ABS Single Channel
  • Speedometer Digital
  • Odometer Digital
  • Fuel gauge
  • The new off-set digital instrument console is info-packed

    The new off-set digital instrument console is info-packed

  • The 42 logo on the rim stickers look pretty neat

    The 42 logo on the rim stickers look pretty neat

  • Offset racing stripe give off a sporty appeal

    Offset racing stripe give off a sporty appeal

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Jawa 42 Summary

The new Jawa 42 FJ has been launched in India. The bike comes with a neo-retro roadster design, has sportier looks and a bigger 334cc engine from the Jawa 350. If you are confused about which bike from the Jawa 42 range you should buy, then check out our detailed analysis of the Jawa 42 range here

What is the price of the 2024 Jawa 42?

Prices for the Jawa 42 start at Rs 1,72,942 for the base variant and go up to Rs 1,98,142 (ex-showroom Delhi) for the top variant.

Here’s the detailed price list:

Colour Variant

Price (ex-showroom)

Colour Type

Jawa 42 Vega White (Single channel ABS, Spoke wheels)

Rs 1,72,942

Gloss

Jawa 42 Voyager Red, Asteroid Grey & Odyssey Black (Single channel ABS, Spoke wheels)



Rs 1,74,942 

Gloss

Jawa 42 Vega White (Dual channel ABS, Spoke wheels)

Rs 1,82,942

Gloss

Jawa 42 Voyager Red, Asteroid Grey & Odyssey Black (Dual channel ABS, Spoke wheels)

Rs 1,84,942 



Gloss

Jawa 42 Sirius White Matte (Dual channel ABS, Alloy wheels)

Rs 1,89,142

Matte

Jawa 42 Nebula Blue (Dual channel ABS, Alloy wheels)

Rs 1,95,142

Gloss

Jawa 42 Celestial Copper Matte (Dual channel ABS, Alloy wheels)

Rs 1,95,142

Matte

Jawa 42 Orion Red Matte & All Star Black Matte (Dual channel ABS, Alloy wheels)

Rs 1,98,142

Matte

Jawa 42 Infinity Black Matte & Celestial Copper Matte (Dual channel ABS, Alloy wheels), Dual Tone

Rs 1,98,142

Matte

Jawa 42 Cosmic Carbon (Dual channel ABS, Alloy wheels)

Rs 1,98,142

Gloss

Jawa 42 Starship Blue & Cosmic Rock (Dual channel ABS, Alloy wheels), Dual Tone Colour

Rs 1,98,142

Gloss

How many variants does Jawa 42 have?

The new Jawa 42 now comes in 3 variants. The base variant starts at Rs 1,72,942 (ex-showroom Delhi). It features an analogue instrument console with a digital inset, single-channel ABS, spoke wheels and tube tyres. It is only available in gloss colours. The mid-spec variant starts at Rs 1,82,942 (ex-showroom Delhi) and includes all the features of the base variant but with dual-channel ABS as standard.

The range-topping variant is priced from Rs 1,89,142 (ex-showroom). It comes with a fully digital instrument console, USB charging port, dual-channel ABS, alloy wheels, and tubeless tyres as standard and is available in matte colours with both single-tone and dual-tone options.

How many colours does the Jawa 42 get?

The Jawa 42 has received 6 new colour options and comes with a total of 13 colours: Vega White, Voyager Red, Asteroid Grey, Odyssey Black, Sirius White Matte, Nebula Blue, Celestial Copper Matte, Orion Red Matte, All Star Black Matte, Infinity Black Matte, Cosmic Carbon, Starship Blue, Cosmic Rock and Celestial Copper Matte DT.

How does the Jawa 42 perform in the city?

The Jawa 42 is equipped with a 294cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, J-Panther engine, producing 27.32 PS and 26.84 Nm, paired with a 6-speed transmission and a slip-and-assist clutch. It has enough power and grunt to effortlessly ride around the city. It can easily overtake most vehicles and even ride through traffic with ease.

Moreover, Jawa has made some notable improvements to the engine in the latest update. The manufacturer claims the 294cc engine is more refined than before and delivers a smoother and more enjoyable riding experience. The gearbox is also updated to make gear shifts smoother, especially while shifting between the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th gears. These improvements should provide a more effortless and enjoyable riding experience. 

Can the Jawa 42 handle long highway rides?

The Jawa 42 already has an easy-to-reach handlebar and mid-set footpegs, providing an upright and comfortable riding posture, however, the raised footpegs position may make taller riders feel a bit cramped. The bike has a powerful engine that can ride effortlessly around 80kmph - 90kmph on the highway and can also handle high-speed overtakes.

Moreover, the Jawa 42 now gets an updated suspension setup which is tuned to provide a smoother riding experience. The bike also has a new seat that has better padding and more foam than before, promising a comfortable ride to both the rider and the pillion.

What is the mileage of the Jawa 42?

Jawa claims a mileage of around 30-35kmpl in mixed riding conditions. So, you can easily get a range of around 350kmpl from the 12.5-litre fuel tank.

What features does the Jawa 42 get?

The Jawa 42 base and mid-variants feature a semi-digital instrument cluster with a digital inset, the analogue part displays a speedometer, and fuel gauge and the inset includes an odometer and trip meter. Whereas, the top variants have a fully digital instrument console but lack smartphone connectivity. The Jawa 42 has a halogen headlight, bulb-type tail light and indicators, and also has a hazard light feature.

Is the Jawa 42 suitable for shorter riders?

With a seat height of 788mm, the Jawa 42 might be a bit tall for really shorter riders, but most riders should be able to manage just fine. However, those with below-average height may need to tip-toe to place both feet on the ground.

Is the Jawa 42 worth buying?

With the latest update, Jawa has heard the customer feedback and addressed the issues raised by them. As a result, the Jawa 42 gets an updated engine, smoother gearbox, better suspension, and more comfortable seat and also gets new 6 colour options. The addition of new variants and new colour options now offers customers a broader range of choices. So, if you are looking for a 300-350cc retro-roadster, it is worth considering the 2024 Jawa 42.

What are the Jawa 42 alternatives in India?

The Jawa 42 competes against similar neo-retro roadsters like the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, Honda CB350RS and TVS Ronin. For a similar price, customers can also go for the Royal Enfield Classic 350, and the Honda H’Ness CB350.

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Jawa 42 Price

The price of Jawa 42 in India starts at Rs. 1,72,942 and goes upto Rs. 1,98,142. Jawa 42 comes with 18 variants.

42 Vega White Single Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,72,942
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42 Voyager Red Single Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,74,942
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42 Asteroid Grey Single Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,74,942
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42 Odysse Black Single Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,74,942
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42 Vega White Dual Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,82,942
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42 Voyager Red Dual Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,84,942
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42 Asteroid Grey Dual Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,84,942
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42 Odysse Black Dual Channel Spoke
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,84,942
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42 Sirius White Matte Dual Channel Alloy
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,89,142
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42 Nebula Blue Dual Channel Alloy
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,95,142
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42 Celestial Copper Matte Dual Channel Alloy
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,95,142
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42 Orion Red Matte Dual Channel Alloy
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,98,142
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42 All Star Black Matte Dual Channel Alloy
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,98,142
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42 Cosmic Carbon Dual Channel Alloy
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,98,142
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42 Infinity Black Matte Dual Channel Alloy Dual Tone
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,98,142
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42 Celestial Copper Matte Dual Channel Alloy DT
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,98,142
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42 Starship Blue Dual Channel Alloy Dual Tone
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,98,142
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42 Cosmic Rock Dual Channel Alloy Dual Tone
130 kmph33 kmpl294.72 cc
Rs.1,98,142
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Mileage33 kmplMileage42.95 kmplMileage41.88 kmplMileage 32 kmplMileage32 kmplMileage30 kmplMileage35 kmplMileage28.53 kmplMileage30 kmpl
Engine294.72 ccEngine225.9 ccEngine349 ccEngine334 ccEngine440 ccEngine334 ccEngine348.36 ccEngine334 ccEngine398.15 cc
Power27.32 PSPower20.4 PS @ 7750 rpmPower20.4 PS @ 6100 rpmPower29.1 PSPower27.36 PS @ 6000 rpmPower22.5 PSPower21.07 PS @ 5500 rpmPower29 PS @ 7300 rpmPower31 PS @ 7000 rpm
Top Speed130 kmphTop Speed120 kmphTop Speed114 kmphTop Speed-Top Speed150 kmphTop Speed-Top Speed150 kmphTop Speed140 kmphTop Speed-
Torque26.84 NmTorque19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpmTorque27 Nm @ 4000 rpmTorque29.6 NmTorque36 Nm @ 4000 rpmTorque28.2 NmTorque30 Nm @ 3000 rpmTorque29.40 Nm @ 6500 rpmTorque36 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Weight184 kgWeight159 kgWeight191 kgWeight184 kgWeight191 kgWeight194 kgWeight179 kgWeight194 kgWeight180 kg
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Jawa 42 Pros and Cons

Things We Like

  • Motor feels a lot more usable, with the torque spread evenly across the rev range. This helps in riding at moderate speeds at a gear higher, which wasn’t possible earlier
  • Improved overall quality, with good attention-to-detail elements like logo on the rim stickers
  • Is one of the lightest in segment, so moving around in traffic of tight parking spaces is easy

Things We Don't Like

  • The wide, low handlebars along with the high footpegs give off an unnatural riding posture
  • Stiff suspension results in the rider being thrown off while going over sharp bumps

42 Expert Review

BikeDekho Experts
The Jawa 42 has undergone some changes over the years, making it more of a neo-retro roadster. The high revving engine and stiff suspension makes it a bit sportier than the other bikes in the segment. If that is something you are interested in then the Jawa 42 will be a good bike for you.

Overview

The Jawa 42 2.1 is a retro-styled roadster bike and the entry-level model in the brand’s lineup. A slightly modern classic version of the old Jawa, the Jawa 42 2.1 now also comes with style upgrades and new dual-tone colour options. If you are planning to buy a new Jawa bike, check out the latest price list here.

Design

True to its identity, the bike gets quite a bit of blacked out elements. The powertrain, suspension and wheels are all finished in black. These changes make the bike look much better than its predecessor. That said, the overall silhouette is still more or less similar to the Jawa Forty Two. The retro character in the new 42 is evident with the offset racing stripe along with the bar-end mirrors. Also impressive is the attention-to-detail, as you can see the logo on the rim stickers. While the Dual Tone variants come with conventional rear view mirrors, and tank grips, the Single Tone variants get a headlight grille and bar-end mirrors, apart from the obvious difference in the colour schemes.

Engine, Mileage & Performance

The Jawa 42 is powered by a 294.72cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that makes 27.32PS and 26.84Nm. The engine feels peppy and eager to go and feels good when riding in the city. The vibrations aren’t that harsh till the mid-range, but beyond that it can be felt on the footpegs and handlebar. The sporty engine along with the sweet exhaust note make it an ideal bike for brisk city commutes.

Handling & Ride Quality

The Jawa 42 is easy to handle, the wide handlebars help it go through the city traffic with ease. The bike is also good at corners (for a bike of this segment), but the low ground clearance makes it easy to scrape the exhausts. The kerb weight of 172kg makes it one of the lightest in the segment and moving it around the parking lot also doesn’t require too much effort. The overall ride quality is on the firmer side as the rider tends to get tossed when going over sharp bumps. 

The brakes offer good bite and progression, and the ABS only intervenes under hard braking.

Comfort

The Jawa 42 offers a neutral riding posture but it feels like the rider is sitting on top of the bike and not ‘in’ it. The raised footpeg position also makes taller riders feel a bit cramped. 

The seat comes with a denser foam and firm cushioning when compared to its predecessor, and is designed to let the rider tour for longer durations.

Features

The Jawa 42 has been updated with a full-LCD instrument cluster, replacing the older semi-digital console. It is a negatively lit unit and displays information such as speed, fuel level, tachometer, dual trip metres and an odometer. The console provides good visibility in all lighting conditions and overall, is much more practical and easy to read than the old one. 

Should you buy

If you are looking for a neo-retro roadster for city riding, which can deliver good performance along with decent looks then the Jawa 42 is a good choice. The bike comes with modern features, and over the years it has gone through some major changes that have ironed out some of the issues that were present when the bike first came out.

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    swayamjit on Dec 23, 2024
    4.0
    You can go for it
    Good looking and heavy performance , above average comfort, design can be modified, more dashing with double silencer and many more. Two people can comfortably sit. It have a good price but not so much features and exhaust note is also poor in comparison to hunter 350 still having double silencer . So it totally depends upon u
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    prashant on Dec 17, 2024
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    It’s an comfortable bike for touring and normal purpose and the performance is good and smooth and the overall experience was good and the design is cool and stylish and the bike weight is also carry able and the the torque power is amazing and the driving experience is also good it’s an cool bike loved it
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    jagan on Dec 01, 2024
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    Amazing Bike
    Very comfortable and beautiful bike. It's a mind blowing bike. It looks like so amazing and spoty style. It's a better choice
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    valay on Nov 24, 2024
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    I have 42 Cosmic rock dt , bike is performance vice so great it smokes RE’s and great features and comfort and safety , breaking is accurate and to the point , i dont feel any issue at all regarding ground clearance. It is decent . The only problem is mileage, i get only around 25 in the city and 30 on highway with avg speed of 80 and other problem is engine heating , yes it heats alot. Overall bike is great i love it . Just the mileage and heating is negative point
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    shiraz on Nov 19, 2024
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    Good bike for mountain
    Awasome performance for long tour maza aa jaega pahado me isse ghoomne me chalane me bs avarage dekhne wale na le isko..
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Prakash asked on 24 Nov 2023
Q) Who are the rivals of Jawa Forty Two?
By Bikedekho experts on 24 Nov 2023

A) The Jawa 42 Bobber goes up against the likes of the Royal Enfield Meteor 350, ...Read More

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Abhi asked on 26 Oct 2023
Q) What is the tyre type of Jawa 42?
By Bikedekho experts on 26 Oct 2023

A) The Jawa 42 is equipped with tube tyres.

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Q) Is it comfortable for short height person (5.4 inch)?
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Q) What are the available features in 42 2.1?
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Jawa 42 FAQs

Q) What is the exact on-road price of Jawa 42?
A) The on-road price of Jawa 42 in Delhi starts at Rs. 1,98,375. The on-road price is inclusive of RTO charges and insurance.
Q) Which bikes is better Jawa 42 or Royal Enfield Meteor 350?
A) Jawa 42 price starts at 1,72,942 (ex-showroom) with engine capacity 294.72 cc, fuel Tank Capacity of 13.2 L with kerb weight of 184 kg. While Royal Enfield Meteor 350 price starts 2.36 - 2.62 Lakh (ex-showroom) with engine capacity 349 cc, fuel Tank Capacity of 15 L with kerb weight of 191 kg. You can compare Jawa 42 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 on the basis of their price, features & specs.
Q) What is the mileage of Jawa 42?
A) The Mileage Of Jawa 42 is 33 kmpl.
Q) What are different variants for Jawa 42?
A) Jawa 42 is a bikes that comes in 18 variants - Jawa 42 Vega White Single Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Voyager Red Single Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Asteroid Grey Single Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Odysse Black Single Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Vega White Dual Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Voyager Red Dual Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Asteroid Grey Dual Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Odysse Black Dual Channel Spoke,Jawa 42 Sirius White Matte Dual Channel Alloy,Jawa 42 Nebula Blue Dual Channel Alloy,Jawa 42 Celestial Copper Matte Dual Channel Alloy,Jawa 42 Orion Red Matte Dual Channel Alloy,Jawa 42 All Star Black Matte Dual Channel Alloy,Jawa 42 Cosmic Carbon Dual Channel Alloy,Jawa 42 Infinity Black Matte Dual Channel Alloy Dual Tone,Jawa 42 Celestial Copper Matte Dual Channel Alloy Dual Tone,Jawa 42 Starship Blue Dual Channel Alloy Dual Tone,Jawa 42 Cosmic Rock Dual Channel Alloy Dual Tone
Q) What is the engine displacement of Jawa 42?
A) The engine displacement of Jawa 42 is 294.72 cc
Q) What is the Start type of Jawa 42?
A) Jawa 42 has Self Start Only.
Q) What is the Tyre Type of Jawa 42?
A) Jawa 42 has Tubeless tyres.
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