JAWA 42 Bobber vs Kawasaki KLX 230RS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, JAWA 42 Bobber or Kawasaki KLX 230RS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 42 Bobber and KLX 230RS. JAWA 42 Bobber Price starts at Rs.2.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Mystic Copper and Kawasaki KLX 230RS Price starts at Rs.1.94 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. JAWA 42 Bobber is 1 cylinder, 334 cc Engine can generate 29.51 bhp power whereas Kawasaki KLX 230RS is a 1 cylinder, 233 cc Engine can generate 19.57 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, 42 Bobber provides a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model), and KLX 230RS has a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model). JAWA 42 Bobber is available in 5 colours & 7 variants whereas Kawasaki KLX 230RS is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
42 Bobber vs KLX 230RS
Key Highlights | JAWA 42 Bobber | Kawasaki KLX 230RS |
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Price | Rs.2.23 Lakh | Rs.1.94 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 334 cc | 233 cc |
Power | 29.51 bhp | 19.57 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 30 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
42 Bobber specifications | KLX 230RS specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 2.50 Lakh Price Breakup | 2.18 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 6.6 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 334 cc | 233 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
42 Bobber Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | KLX 230RS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 280 | 213 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 23 | 26 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 23 | 26 |
Front Wheel Size | 18 | 21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 28 | 33 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 28 | 33 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 18 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Hydraulic Fork | Telescopifor22mm |
Rear Suspension | Mono Shock Absorber 7 Step Adjustable | New Uni Trak Swingarm / 223 mm |
Front Tyre Size | 100/90 - 18 | 80/100 - 21 51M |
Instrumentation
42 Bobber Instrumentation | KLX 230RS Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | No |
Tachometer | - | No |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
42 Bobber Exterior | KLX 230RS Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | No |
LED headlight | Yes | No |
Warranty
42 Bobber Warranty | KLX 230RS Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 24000 km | 2 Years or 30000 km |
Body & Suspension
42 Bobber Body & Suspension | KLX 230RS Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Double cradle Tubular Frame | Tubular& semi-double cradle |
Engine & Transmission
42 Bobber Engine & Transmission | KLX 230RS Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 334 cc | 233 cc |
Engine Type | - | 4-stroke single& SOHC& air-cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | 130 kmph | 77 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 81 mm x 65 mm | 67 mm x 66 mm |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | Single Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Air Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 29.51 bhp | 19.57 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Max Torque | 32.74 Nm | 20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
42 Bobber Comfort & Convenience | KLX 230RS Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | No |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | No | No |
Riding Modes | No | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | No |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
42 Bobber Safety | KLX 230RS Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | No |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | No |
Radial Tyres | No | No |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | No |
Pass Light | Yes | No |
Pillion Grabrail | No | No |
Turn Signal | LED | No |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | No | No |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | No | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
42 Bobber Dimensions & Capacity | KLX 230RS Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 2035 mm |
Width | - | 840 mm |
Height | - | 1175 mm |
Wheelbase | 1485 mm | 1350 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 275 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 6.6 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1.25 Litres | 1.3 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Off Road |
Seat Height | 740 mm | 900 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | - | 115 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of JAWA 42 Bobber and Kawasaki KLX 230RS
Safety
42 Bobber comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . KLX 230RS has ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Comfort & Convenience
JAWA 42 Bobber has features like Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Kawasaki KLX 230RS, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
JAWA 42 Bobber comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and KLX 230RS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
JAWA 42 Bobber has a 14 Litres. Kawasaki KLX 230RS has 1175 mm seat height and 6.6 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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JAWA 42 Bobber and Kawasaki KLX 230RS FAQs
What is the on-road price of JAWA 42 Bobber?
The on-road price of JAWA 42 Bobber is Rs. 2.50 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230RS?
The on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230RS is Rs. 2.18 Lakh in New Delhi.