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Jawa 42 Bobber

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The Jawa 42 Bobber is a single-seat bobber avatar of the Jawa 42, inspired by the Jawa Perak Bobber, targeted towards young, solo riders. It offers a blend of style, power, and sportiness as an entry-level bike in the bobber category.

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Key Specs & Features of Jawa 42 Bobber

Engine334 cc
Power29.92 PS
Torque32.74 Nm
Mileage30.56 kmpl
Kerb Weight185 kg
BrakesDisc
  • ABS Dual Channel
  • Speedometer Digital
  • Odometer Digital
  • Tripmeter Digital
  • Tachometer Digital
  • Floating single seat looks gorgeous

    Floating single seat looks gorgeous

  • “Muffler-less” twin exhausts sound great

    “Muffler-less” twin exhausts sound great

  • Bar-end mirrors look cool, but are a bit impractical

    Bar-end mirrors look cool, but are a bit impractical

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Jawa 42 Bobber Summary

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

How much does the Jawa 42 Bobber cost?

The Jawa 42 Bobber’s Moonstone White variant is priced at Rs 2,09,500. The Mystic Copper variant’s spoke wheel sub-variant costs Rs 2,12,500 and the alloy wheel sub-variant costs Rs 2,18,900. 

The Jasper Red Dual Tone with spoke wheels costs Rs 2,15,187, while its alloy wheel sub-variant costs Rs 2,19,950. At the higher end are the Black Mirror and Red Sheen editions, each costing for Rs 2,29,500. (All prices ex-showroom Delhi).

How many variants does the Jawa 42 Bobber have and what are its colour options?

The Jawa 42 Bobber range has seven colour variants. The Mystic Copper variant gets a sombre and subtle-looking paint job and is available with the option of both spoke and alloy wheels. The Moonstone White colour has a very clean layout with a blue stripe running across the middle portion of the fuel tank till the fuel filler cap. It is available with spoke wheels. The Jasper Red Dual Tone, as the name suggests, gets a dual-tone paint job of white colour at the top half of the fuel tank and a glowing red colour at the bottom half of the fuel tank. This variant is also available with both spoke and alloy wheels. 

The Black Mirror variant gets an all-black treatment across the bobber and the fuel tank retains the dual-tone template of the Jasper Red Dual Tone with the colour options here being a glistening grey shade at the top half and a black colour at the bottom half of the tank. The Red Sheen variant gets a flashy chrome fuel tank with a red colour at the bottom part of the fuel tank. Both these variants get diamond-cut alloy wheels. 

Is the Jawa 42 Bobber a good city bike?

The Jawa 42 Bobber’s 334cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine has a peaky nature to it and requires frequent gear changes in the city to help it with quick overtakes. Despite the rev-happy nature of the bike, the motor is refined and smooth and is also tractable enough for a decent commuting experience in the city. The gearbox is quite clunky, though. The suspension setup absorbs bumps and potholes in a decent manner despite being on the firmer side and the ergonomics are upright and comfortable. These factors make the Jawa 42 Bobber a decent bike to ride in the city. 



Is the Jawa 42 Bobber good for long rides and touring?

The peaky nature of the Jawa 42 Bobber’s engine means it provides great performance at a higher-end of the rev range and reaches speeds of 100kmph without much fuss. Significant vibrations are felt, though, post the 100kmph mark. The sheer performance of the engine is quite exhilarating and overtaking other vehicles on the highway is a breeze. The suspension setup provides a good riding experience on the highway and handles speed bumps and potholes adequately. The riding position is upright and comfortable and the well-cushioned seat will keep your bottom comfortable during those long rides. And the agile handling characteristics tie up the whole package very well to make the Jawa 42 Bobber good for long rides and touring. 

Is the Jawa 42 Bobber comfortable?

The suspension setup of the Jawa 42 Bobber is on the firmer side but offers a decently comfortable riding experience. Bumps and potholes can be felt at higher speeds but the experience is not spine-breaking. The well-cushioned seat adds to the comfort quotient of the bike as well. The upright and comfortable ergonomics make it a good bike for long rides but the awkward leg positioning might be an irritant for some riders. All in all, the Jawa 42 Bobber offers a decent comfort level during those long hours on the saddle. 

Does the Jawa 42 Bobber get a pillion seat as an accessory?

No, a pillion seat is not available as an accessory on the Jawa 42 Bobber. Bobbers are single-seater motorcycles and the lack of a pillion seat is what this bike is all about.

What features does the Jawa 42 Bobber get?

The Jawa 42 Bobber gets a circular LCD instrument console that shows readouts such as speedometer, odometer, trip meter, clock, fuel level indicator, tachometer, and side-stand engine shutdown indicator. The Bobber also gets all-LED lighting with a USB charging point and dual-channel ABS.

Is the Jawa 42 Bobber worth buying?

If you are looking for a sub-350cc bobber with an affordable price tag, then the Jawa 42 Bobber is a good option to consider. It offers exhilarating performance, agile handling and a decently comfortable riding experience. It serves its purpose as a bobber pretty well and will satisfy your needs as a commuter in the city as well as a tourer on the highway.

What are the alternatives to the Jawa 42 Bobber?

The Jawa 42 Bobber doesn’t have any rivals in its segment in the Indian two-wheeler market except for the Jawa Perak. It will rival the Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber post its launch.

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Jawa 42 Bobber Price

The price of Jawa 42 Bobber in India starts at Rs. 2,12,500 and goes upto Rs. 2,29,500. Jawa 42 Bobber comes with 7 variants.

42 Bobber Mystic Copper Spoke Wheel
129 kmph30.56 kmpl334 cc
Rs.2,12,500
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42 Bobber Mystic Copper Alloy Wheel
129 kmph30.56 kmpl334 cc
Rs.2,12,500
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42 Bobber Jasper Red Spoke Wheel
129 kmph30.56 kmpl334 cc
Rs.2,15,500
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42 Bobber Moonstone White
129 kmph30.56 kmpl334 cc
Rs.2,29,500
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42 Bobber Black Mirror
129 kmph30.56 kmpl334 cc
Rs.2,29,500
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42 Bobber Jasper Red Alloy Wheel
129 kmph30.56 kmpl334 cc
Rs.2,29,500
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42 Bobber Red Sheen
129 kmph30.56 kmpl334 cc
Rs.2,29,500
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Mileage30.56 kmplMileage40 kmplMileage40 kmplMileage36.2 kmplMileage37 kmplMileage35 kmplMileage33 kmplMileage34.05 kmplMileage45.8 kmpl
Engine334 ccEngine220 ccEngine220 ccEngine349.34 ccEngine349 ccEngine440 ccEngine294.72 ccEngine334 ccEngine348.36 cc
Power29.92 PSPower19.03 PS @ 8500 rpmPower19.03 PS @ 8500 rpmPower20.4 PS @ 6100 rpmPower20.4 PS @ 6100 rpmPower27.37 PS @ 6000 rpmPower27.32 PSPower39.9 PSPower21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm
Top Speed129 kmphTop Speed-Top Speed-Top Speed114 kmphTop Speed110 kmphTop Speed137 kmphTop Speed130 kmphTop Speed140 kmphTop Speed121 kmph
Torque32.74 NmTorque17.55 Nm @ 7000 rpmTorque17.55 Nm @ 7000 rpmTorque27 Nm @ 4000 rpmTorque27 Nm @ 4000 rpmTorque38 Nm @ 4000 rpmTorque26.84 NmTorque30 NmTorque30 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Weight185 kgWeight163 kgWeight160 kgWeight177 kgWeight195 kgWeight190.5 kgWeight184 kgWeight185 kgWeight181 kg
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Jawa 42 Bobber Pros and Cons

Things We Like

  • Comfortable riding posture
  • Agile handling characteristics
  • Gorgeous looks
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Things We Don't Like

  • The engine’s peaky nature leads to vibrations on the handlebar, footpegs, and fuel tank
  • Should have gotten a smoother gearbox
  • Fit and finish levels of the instrument console could have been better

42 Bobber Expert Review

BikeDekho Experts
Being the only bobber in the sub-400cc segment, the Jawa 42 Bobber is a good option for you if you are in the market for such a bike. It offers quite exciting performance, great handling dynamics, decently comfortable riding experience and looks really gorgeous. These bits make it standout from other bikes on the road.

Overview

The Jawa 42 Bobber is quite a unique bike among other options in the sub-400cc segment. This makes it standout in the market. But does it have what it takes to match its unique positioning and deliver on an everyday basis?

Jawa 42 Bobber Riding Front Three Fourth

Design

The Jawa 42 Bobber is one of the most stylish bikes in the sub-400cc segment with its true-blue bobber styling. The single-piece seat, tyre-hugging rear fender, ten-spoke alloy wheel design and the blacked-out treatment all over the bike makes it truly standout on the road. The Black Mirror variant’s colour scheme with the chrome fuel tank and stealth black finish is the most premium looking variant of the bike.

Jawa 42 Bobber Static Front Three Fourth

Engine, Mileage & Performance

The 334cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine on the Bobber is a smooth and refined unit. It is also quite tractable too. The engine is peaky and offers quick acceleration. Performance at higher speeds and at higher revs is also quite good, which helps in overtaking other vehicles on the highway. 

Due to the engine’s peaky nature, you have to keep shifting the gears quite frequently to extract the exhilarating performance from the bike. Also, the gearbox could have been a bit smoother.

Jawa 42 Bobber Riding Side Profile

Handling & Ride Quality

The Jawa 42 Bobber feels very agile, making it quite easy to manoeuvre in city traffic and on the highway as well. It tips into corners in hilly areas and the highways really well. The brakes offer good feedback and stopping power, providing confidence when you are out on your weekend rides. 

Jawa 42 Bobber Cornering Front Three Fourth

Comfort

The current models get a re-tuned monoshock setup with better damping, resulting in a better ride quality overall. Even though you’ll feel all the potholes and speed bumps the bike goes over, the effect is still manageable and not a big deal-breaker. The bike offers an upright, comfortable riding position and the seat is well cushioned, which will keep you comfortable on those long highway rides. 

Jawa 42 Bobber Riding Rear Three Fourth

Features

The Jawa 42 Bobber gets all-LED lighting. It has an LCD instrument console with a switchgear on the left side of the handlebar to go through the various information displayed on the console. However, the console is a bit difficult to read under harsh sunlight and it could have gotten better fit and finish quality levels too. The USB charging port is a handy, practical feature. 

Jawa 42 Instrument Console

Should you buy

The Jawa 42 Bobber is a bike with beautiful looks, smooth and exciting performance, agile handling characteristics and quite a comfortable riding experience. It is a good companion for going out on long rides during the weekend. If you are in the market for a bobber under 400cc, then the 42 Bobber is a good option for you.

Jawa 42 Bobber Static Front Three Fourth 2

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    abhay on Dec 22, 2024
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    the jawa bobber is something else when it's comes to cruisers because the way it has been designed is so good and it's gives of a very premium feeling to whoever drives the motorbike and I've gotta say you people may hate me but i think jawa is making better motorbikes the RE if you know what I mean and actually it's much more comfortable than other bikes
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    vishal on Dec 02, 2024
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    Bobber is not a bike is a felling. when ever i see boober its like wings to my dream i will buy a bobber one day
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    ayush on Nov 27, 2024
    3.8
    Looks and performance of the bike
    The milage is low but the look is very good It have two exhaust which makes the bike more attractive
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    arya on Nov 15, 2024
    5.0
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    Very beautiful experience...Very well handling...Satisfied with the service and good for long rides and having no electrical problem like bullet new model
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    nirnay on Oct 30, 2024
    3.8
    Maintainance cost really high
    Very nice bike but the maintenance cost is really high like in 2 years the maintenance price will be the price of half of the bike....overall styling and engine is the best in category and really smooth
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Prakash asked on 27 Nov 2023
Q) What is the max power of the Jawa 42 Bobber?
By Bikedekho experts on 27 Nov 2023

A) The Jawa 42 Bobber has a max power of 30.64 PS.

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Prakash asked on 24 Nov 2023
Q) How many gears are available in Jawa 42 Bobber?
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A) The Jawa 42 Bobber has a 6-speed gearbox.

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Q) Which is the best colour in Jawa Forty Two?
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Devyani asked on 25 Oct 2023
Q) What is the price of the Jawa 42 Bobber in Jaipur?
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A) The Jawa 42 Bobber is priced at INR 2.26 Lakh (Ex-showroom Price in Jaipur). To ...Read More

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Q) What is the mileage of Jawa 42 Bobber?
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Q) What is the exact on-road price of Jawa 42 Bobber?
A) The on-road price of Jawa 42 Bobber in Delhi starts at Rs. 2,46,006. The on-road price is inclusive of RTO charges and insurance.
Q) Which bikes is better Jawa 42 Bobber or Royal Enfield Hunter 350?
A) Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at 2,12,500 (ex-showroom) with engine capacity 334 cc, fuel Tank Capacity of 12.5 l with kerb weight of 185 kg. While Royal Enfield Hunter 350 price starts 1.74 - 2.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) with engine capacity 349.34 cc, fuel Tank Capacity of 13 L with kerb weight of 177 kg. You can compare Jawa 42 Bobber vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350 on the basis of their price, features & specs.
Q) What is the mileage of Jawa 42 Bobber?
A) The Mileage Of Jawa 42 Bobber is 30.56 kmpl.
Q) What are different variants for Jawa 42 Bobber?
A) Jawa 42 Bobber is a bikes that comes in 7 variants - Jawa 42 Bobber Mystic Copper Spoke Wheel,Jawa 42 Bobber Mystic Copper Alloy Wheel,Jawa 42 Bobber Jasper Red Spoke Wheel,Jawa 42 Bobber Moonstone White,Jawa 42 Bobber Black Mirror,Jawa 42 Bobber Jasper Red Alloy Wheel,Jawa 42 Bobber Red Sheen
Q) What is the engine displacement of Jawa 42 Bobber?
A) The engine displacement of Jawa 42 Bobber is 334 cc
Q) What is the Start type of Jawa 42 Bobber?
A) Jawa 42 Bobber has Self Start Only.
Q) What is the Tyre Type of Jawa 42 Bobber?
A) Jawa 42 Bobber has Tubeless tyres.
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