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JAWA 42 Bobber vs KTM 250 Duke

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, JAWA 42 Bobber or KTM 250 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 42 Bobber and 250 Duke. JAWA 42 Bobber Price starts at Rs.2.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Mystic Copper and KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.14 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. JAWA 42 Bobber is 1 cylinder, 334 cc Engine can generate 29.5 bhp power whereas KTM 250 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 249 cc Engine can generate 30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, 42 Bobber provides a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model), and 250 Duke has a mileage of 30.8 kmpl (base model). JAWA 42 Bobber is available in 1 colours & 7 variants whereas KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.

42 Bobber vs 250 Duke

Key HighlightsJAWA 42 BobberKTM 250 Duke
PriceRs.2.23 LakhRs.2.14 Lakh
Engine Capacity334 cc249.07 cc
Power29.5 bhp30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage/Range30 kmpl30.8 kmpl
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JAWA 42 Bobber Mystic Copper bike
Mystic Copper
Rs. 2.23 Lakh
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KTM 250 Duke STD bike
STD
Rs. 2.14 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

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

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Single Channel ABS
Calliper Type
-
Fixed
Front Disc Size
280
320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
23
29
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23
29
Front Wheel Size
R18
R17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
28
32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28
32
Rear Wheel Size
R17
R17
Wheel Type
Spoke
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic
WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter
Rear Suspension
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with 7-Step Adjustable Preload
WP APEX MoNoshock& 10-step preload adjustable
Front Tyre Size
100/90-18 56H
110/70 R17

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
-
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
4 Years/50000 kms
2 Years/30000 kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Double cradle
Split-Trellis Frame

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
CDI
CDI
Spark Plugs
check
check
Engine Capacity
334 cc
249.07 cc
Engine Type
-
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Top Speed
130 kmph
148 kmph
Bore x Stroke
81 mm x 65 mm
72 mm x 61.1 mm
Configuration
DOHC
-
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
29.5 bhp
30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

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

Safety

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

Dimensions & Capacity

Width
-
820 mm
Height
-
1109 mm
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
-
176 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
15 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.25 Litres
1.7 Litres
Body Type
Cruiser
Sports Bike
Seat Height
740 mm
800 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
-
162.8 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The best looking bike in this price
  • Low seat height makes it easy for short riders
  • Good punch from the motor
  • Most refined engine in the Duke series of models
  • Powerful & fast performance overall
  • Design is funky & modern with youthful appeal
  • Braking power is very powerful
  • Ride & handling combo is well tuned for enthusiasts
Cons
  • Not for those looking at a practical bike
  • Excessive heat from the engine in traffic
  • Slightly firm ride quality
  • Mid-range vibrations from engine are still present
  • Aggressive riding position is not suited to all
  • Pricey when compared to the rivals
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Detailed Comparison of JAWA 42 Bobber and KTM 250 Duke

Safety

42 Bobber comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . 250 Duke has Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch.

Comfort & Convenience

JAWA 42 Bobber has features like Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and KTM 250 Duke, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

Transmission

JAWA 42 Bobber comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and 250 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

JAWA 42 Bobber has a 14 Litres. KTM 250 Duke has 1109 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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JAWA 42 Bobber and KTM 250 Duke Owner Reviews

  • 42 Bobber Review
  • 250 Duke Review
    • DR
      Danish Raja
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      This bike is very good, and my family likes it. It is one of the best bikes in the world, and I highly recommend it.
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    • SY
      Sujeet Yadav
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      This bike is very safe and stylish, with perfect mileage. Riding it feels really cool, making it ideal for trips and vacations. Overall, a fantastic choice for a reliable and enjoyable ride.
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      vijendrasingh1237@gmail.com
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      is bike ko main zarur lunga, aur do-teen aur doston ko bhi dilwaunga. Ye bike mujhe bahut pasand hai aur meri dream bike hai. Mere dost bhi is bike ko lene ke liye bol rahe hain, unko bhi main dilwaunga.
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      Palakurthi Raja
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      The Jawa Robber 42 is a superb bike with an amazing look and impressive mileage. The colours are beautiful, and it has quickly become one of my favourite bikes. I truly love the Jawa Robber 42—thank you, Jawa, for such a fantastic machine!
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    • AC
      Anil Chaudhary
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      This is a very good bike. It has excellent mileage and is fully comfortable to ride. Definitely worth buying.
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