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BSA Gold Star 650 vs JAWA 42 Bobber

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BSA Gold Star 650 or JAWA 42 Bobber? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Gold Star 650 and 42 Bobber. BSA Gold Star 650 Price starts at Rs.3.13 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD Insignia Red-Highland Green and JAWA 42 Bobber Price starts at Rs.2.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Mystic Copper. BSA Gold Star 650 is 1 cylinder, 652 cc Engine can generate 45 bhp @ 6500 rpm power whereas JAWA 42 Bobber is a 1 cylinder, 334 cc Engine can generate 29.51 bhp power. In terms of range, Gold Star 650 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and 42 Bobber has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). BSA Gold Star 650 is available in 5 colours & 5 variants whereas JAWA 42 Bobber is available in 5 colours & 7 variants.

Gold Star 650 vs 42 Bobber

Key HighlightsBSA Gold Star 650JAWA 42 Bobber
PriceRs.3.13 LakhRs.2.23 Lakh
Engine Capacity652 cc334 cc
Power45 bhp @ 6500 rpm29.51 bhp
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge30 kmpl
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BSA Gold Star 650 STD Insignia Red-Highland Green bike
BSA Gold Star 650
STD Insignia Red-Highland Green
Rs. 3.13 Lakh
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JAWA 42 Bobber Mystic Copper bike
JAWA 42 Bobber
Mystic Copper
Rs. 2.23 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.53 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.50 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    2.2
    4.4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    652 cc
    334 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Floating
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    320 mm
    280
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    23
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    23
    Front Wheel Size
    R18
    18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    28
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    R17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Spoke
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic forks
    Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
    Rear Suspension
    Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
    Mono Shock Absorber 7 Step Adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90 R18
    100/90 - 18

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    Analogue
    check
    Gear Indicator
    -
    check
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    -
    Speedometer
    Analogue
    Digital
    Odometer
    Analogue
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    -
    LED headlight
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    4 Years
    2 Years or 24000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    -
    Double cradle Tubular Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    -
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    652 cc
    334 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid-cooled, Single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
    -
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    160 kmph
    130 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    100 mm X 83 mm
    81 mm x 65 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    -
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    45 bhp @ 6500 rpm
    29.51 bhp
    Max Torque
    55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
    32.74 Nm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    Console Type
    Semi-Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    -
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2206 mm
    -
    Width
    817 mm
    -
    Height
    1093 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1425 mm
    1485 mm
    Ground Clearance
    150 mm
    -
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    -
    1.25 Litres
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Cruiser
    Seat Height
    780 mm
    740 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    201 kg
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Modern-retro design looks good on the motorcycle
    • Biggest single-cylinder 652cc engine
    • Torque motor with 55 Nm of peak torque
    • Thumpy exhaust note
    • More affordable and powerful than its primary rival
    • Equipped with Brebmo brakes and Pirelli Phantom tyres
    • The best looking bike in this price
    • Low seat height makes it easy for short riders
    • Good punch from the motor
    Cons
    • Misses on modern features like digital cluster, bluetooth connectivity and more
    • The 5-speed transmission may disappoint some riders
    • The chrome on the motorcycle is difficult to maintain
    • Given that BSA is a new brand in the country, the number of sales and service centers is relatively limited
    • Not for those looking at a practical bike
    • Excessive heat from the engine in traffic
    • Slightly firm ride quality
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    Detailed Comparison of BSA Gold Star 650 and JAWA 42 Bobber

    Safety

    Gold Star 650 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system . 42 Bobber has Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    BSA Gold Star 650 has features like Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port and JAWA 42 Bobber, on the other hand, has Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    BSA Gold Star 650 comes with 5 Manual transmission and 42 Bobber comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    BSA Gold Star 650 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1093 mm seat height. JAWA 42 Bobber has seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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