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JAWA Forty Two

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Jawa Forty-Two is an iconic brand motorcycle that has a neo-retro design. It looks old-school but the modern features and creative colour options make it a head-turner in traffic. Also, its high-revving and smooth engine performance is well-suited for everyday city use as well as highway touring. Jawa Forty-Two offers a complete mix of retro feel combined with modern technology.

 

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₹ 1.67 - ₹ 1.81 Lakh* Price Breakup
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JAWA Forty Two Specifications

Engine Capacity294.72 cc
Mileage35-35.64 kmpl
Kerb Weight182 Kg
Fuel Tank Capacity12.5 Litres
Seat Height788 mm
Power27.33 PS
Torque26.84 Nm
Number of Gears6 Speed Manual
Forty Two Specs

Expert Verdict

Comfort8
Performance7
Comfort8

The Jawa Forty-Two is a good-looking neo-retro bike. It has a comfortable riding stance, and its engine performance is also equally good. Loaded with the latest features, the Forty-Two misses out on low-end torque as well as good build quality.

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3.9/5
(62 Reviews )

JAWA Forty Two Price

Price of JAWA Forty Two in India ranges between Rs. 1.67 Lakh and Rs. 1.81 Lakh. The JAWA Forty Two variants start from Rs. 1.67 Lakh - Straight Blue( Matte) Single Channel ABS and goes upto Rs. 1.81 Lakh - Comet Red (Glossy) Double Channel ABS. JAWA Forty Two is also available on EMI starting at Rs. 3,093 with 8.5% interest rate.

JAWA Forty Two Variants With Price

VariantEx-Showroom PriceGet OfferCompare
Straight Blue( Matte) Single Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.67 LakhView All Offers
Halley's Teal(Matte ) Single Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.67 LakhView All Offers
Lumos Lime(Matte ) Single Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.71 LakhView All Offers
Galactic Green (Matte ) Single Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.72 LakhView All Offers
Nebula Blue Single Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.72 LakhView All Offers
Comet Red (Glossy) Single Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.72 LakhView All Offers
Straight Blue (Matte) Double Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.76 LakhView All Offers
Halley's Teal (Matte ) Double Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.76 LakhView All Offers
Lumos Lime (Matte ) Double Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.80 LakhView All Offers
Comet Red (Glossy) Double Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.81 LakhView All Offers
Galactic Green (Matte ) Double Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.81 LakhView All Offers
Nebula Blue Double Channel ABS
294.72 cc, Upto 35 kmpl, 27.33 PS
₹ 1.81 LakhView All Offers
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Jawa essentially sells the Forty-Two in two different colour shades. One is a single-tone while the other is a dual-tone. Both models offer the same engine, features, and design.

 

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Pros & Cons of JAWA Forty Two

  • Features we admire in this bike

    • Retro design is an eye candy to look
    • Comfortable riding position
    • Engine offers strong punch for fast performance
    • Latest features make it value for money
  • Features that could have been better

    • Engine snatches at low-end
    • Heating of the engine in city traffic
    • Quality is inconsistent

Should I buy the Forty Two?

The Jawa Forty-Two is a roadster bike that is based on the old-school design language of Jawa. It looks cool and it is comfortable to ride as well. Loaded with the latest features like LED lights & Bluetooth connectivity, it is a modern bike. Also, its engine offers good punch in the mid-range, thus making it a good tourer. However, the low-end performance of this engine is weak and it also heats up quickly in the city. We recommend it as an option for the Royal Enfield Bullet 350.

Styling & Comfort 8
  • The design of the Forty-Two is retrieved from the Jawa standard. The bike is based on a retro-modern theme. It has design elements that make it look retro, like the round headlight and low-slung rear. Meanwhile, the latest features like LED lights, and Bluetooth connectivity, make for a modern appearance. With a flat handlebar and bar-end mirrors, it looks cool on the road. Not to mention, the twin exhaust can setup is also good to look at.
  • The riding comfort of the Jawa Forty-Two is moderately satisfying. The flat handlebar is tilted a bit towards the front while the rider's footpegs are set in the centre. Overall, it is comfortable for city riding but on the highway, the riding position might become tiring to ride for long hours.
Engine Performance & Handling 7
  • The short-stroke, liquid-cooled engine is fun to ride. It has a very rich mid-range torque & performance. Also, the engine feels eager to accelerate. But, the low-end torque is compromised and it snatches at lower rpms. Also, it requires effort of consistent shifting within the city to keep it in the powerband. The engine also heats up pretty quickly inside the traffic. However, the 6-speed gearbox is very slick and easy to use.
  • The low centre of gravity and equal weight distribution make the Jawa Forty-Two a good handling bike. It is fun to ride and easy to flick inside the city traffic. On the highway, the straight-line stability is good and it’ll provoke you to go faster. Overall, it feels very easy and confident to ride.
Ride Quality & Braking 8
  • The suspension setup of Forty-Two is pliant and neutral. It is neither stiff nor soft. The bike remains comfortable and confident for most of the parts on the road. Bad roads are handled pretty easily by it. However, it is not a softer suspension but with a pillion, you might feel the tail getting mushy. Overall, we’re satisfied with its ride quality. It is equally good as the Bullet 350
  • In terms of braking, the Forty-Two offers a decent bite. It is not a very strong biting machine but you’ll remain confident on its brakes. The behaviour of the brakes is predictable and the bike stops without creating any fuss even at high speeds.
Features & Safety 8
  • Feature-wise, the Forty-Two is equipped with modern tech like Bluetooth connectivity, SMS/call alerts on the console, a fully digital instrument panel, & LED lights as well. The multi-spoke alloy wheels also look good and offer tubeless tyres.
  • Jawa offers a dual-channel ABS as standard on the Forty-Two. The calibration of it is very well done and the bike feels safer to ride

JAWA Forty Two Competitors

  • Royal Enfield Bullet 350 2019-2023
    Royal Enfield
    ₹ 1.51 - ₹ 1.70 Lakh
    JAWA Forty Two
    JAWA
    Forty Two
    ₹ 1.67 - ₹ 1.81 Lakh

    The primary competition of the Jawa Forty-Two is the newly updated Bullet 350. The Royal Enfield is now completely revamped with J-platform. Also, the design has now been updated and it looks like a bigger Classic 350. However, the new engine is refined but it doesn’t perform fast. Neither it was meant to perform fast. If you like modern tech, the latest features, & fast performance, then buy the Jawa Forty-Two else Bullet 350 offers everything including a bigger brand tag at this price.

     

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  • Royal Enfield Bullet 350
    Royal Enfield
    ₹ 1.74 - ₹ 2.16 Lakh
    JAWA Forty Two
    JAWA
    Forty Two
    ₹ 1.67 - ₹ 1.81 Lakh

    The primary competition of the Jawa Forty-Two is the newly updated Bullet 350. The Royal Enfield is now completely revamped with J-platform. Also, the design has now been updated and it looks like a bigger Classic 350. However, the new engine is refined but it doesn’t perform fast. Neither it was meant to perform fast. If you like modern tech, the latest features, & fast performance, then buy the Jawa Forty-Two else Bullet 350 offers everything including a bigger brand tag at this price.

     

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  • Honda  CB350 RS
    Honda
    ₹ 2.15 - ₹ 2.19 Lakh
    JAWA Forty Two
    JAWA
    Forty Two
    ₹ 1.67 - ₹ 1.81 Lakh

    The Honda CB350 RS is a direct rival to the Jawa Forty-Two. While the CB350 is costlier to buy, it offers a smoother engine performance and better build quality. The reliability of Honda is well combined with retro design & latest features. The CB350 also has a very good exhaust note. Meanwhile, Jawa offers better value for money and better highway performance. Out of the two, we recommend buying the Honda CB350 RS for its reliable engine & smoother performance.

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JAWA Forty Two Bike Owner Reviews

3.9
67 ratings and reviews
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    5.0
  • Design
    4.4
  • Comfort
    4.1
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    Narender Sharma
    6 Month ago
    5.0
    So comfortable. Good ground clearance for navigating uneven terrain.
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    Charles Charles
    6 Month ago
    2.6
    I driven this bike from my neighbour....it is cool and awesome design and look
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    Kraju
    6 Month ago
    5.0
    retro look stylish design attractive
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    Anonymous
    7 Month ago
    4.6
    Amazing driving experience in long drive.it will be very comfortable in long dives
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    Ansh
    7 Month ago
    3.0
    Yeah I took it from my friend for some days. Design was cool and nothing else was so interesting
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Latest On JAWA Forty Two

Last Updated On 2nd Nov'23The JAWA Forty-Two combines classic retro design with modern elements. Despite no major updates, Jawa and Yezdi Motorcycles present a special festive promotion with a complimentary extended warranty for new motorcycle purchases.

Jawa 42 Price: The Jawa Forty-Two is priced starting from Rs 1,67,487 (Avg. Ex-Showroom Price) in India and goes up to Rs 1,81,357. It comes in two broad variants - Jawa Forty-Two Single Channel and Jawa Forty-Two Dual Channel.

Engine: Thе JAWA Forty Two, a contеmporary tributе to thе classic JAWA dеsign, еnticеs youthful riders with its blend of modernity and stylе. Its standout fеaturе is a potеnt 293 cc, singlе-cylindеr, liquid-cooled еnginе that mеlds impressive performance with efficiency. This powеrplant yiеlds a formidablе 27.33 PS, dеlivеring a thrilling and rеsponsivе ridе to thе ridеr. Thе torquе output stands at a robust 27.02 Nm, еnsuring swift accеlеration and smooth powеr dеlivеry. Thе JAWA Forty-Two harmonizеs hеritagе with innovation, appealing to those sееking both tradition and contemporary prowess.

Safety: Safety features in JAWA 42 include dual-channel ABS, еnsuring controllеd braking, and 280 mm disc brakеs for supеrior wеt-wеathеr stopping. Spoked wheels enhanced durability and shock absorption, whilе 90/90 front and 120/80 rеar tyrеs optimizе grip and stability. Tеlеscopic hydraulic forks and gas canistеr-twin shock hydraulic absorbеrs dеlivеr a smooth ridе and rеducе road vibrations. This amalgamation of safety componеnts makеs thе JAWA Forty-Two a sеcurе ridе, combining vintagе charm with contеmporary protеction on thе road.

Mileage: The claimed mileage figure of Jawa Forty-Two is 35 kmpl.


Dimensions: The Jawa Forty-Two has a height of 1065 mm, a width of 833 mm, and a length of 2071 mm.

Features: Key features of the Jawa Forty-Two include a Halogen Bulb Headlight and Brake/Tail Light, Electric Start, Semi Digital Cluster, digital Tripmeter, and Odometer.

Colours: The Jawa Forty-Two comes in six different colours, namely Comet Red, Nebula Blue, Starlight Blue, Galactic Green, Lumos Lime, and Halley's Teal.

Rivals: The Jawa 42 series competes with other popular motorcycles like the Royal Enfield Meteor 350, Honda CB350, and the Benelli.
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JAWA Forty Two FAQs

What is the on-road price of JAWA Forty Two?
The on-road price of JAWA Forty Two in New Delhi is Rs. 1.88 Lakh. This on-road price includes the ex-showroom price, RTO and insurance charges.
What is the engine capacity of JAWA Forty Two?
The engine capacity of JAWA Forty Two is 294.72 cc.
What is the ARAI mileage of JAWA Forty Two?
JAWA Forty Two claims a mileage of 35-35.64 kmpl.
What are the colour options of JAWA Forty Two?
JAWA Forty Two is available in 6 colours - Comet Red, Galactic Green, Halley’s Teal, Lumos Lime, Nebula Blue, Starlight Blue and more.
Which are the competition bikes of JAWA Forty Two?
There are Royal Enfield Hunter 350, TVS Ronin 225, Royal Enfield Classic 350 bikes competing with JAWA Forty Two.
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