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Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs JAWA 42

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Hunter 350 or JAWA 42? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Hunter 350 and 42. Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Price starts at Rs.1.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Retro and JAWA 42 Price starts at Rs.1.89 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sirius White Matte. Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is 1 cylinder, 349 cc Engine can generate 20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm power whereas JAWA 42 is a 1 cylinder, 294 cc Engine can generate 26.94 bhp power. In terms of mileage, Hunter 350 provides a mileage of 36.2 kmpl (base model), and 42 has a mileage of 42 kmpl (base model). Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas JAWA 42 is available in 14 colours & 28 variants.

Hunter 350 vs 42

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Hunter 350JAWA 42
PriceRs.1.50 LakhRs.1.89 Lakh
Engine Capacity349.34 cc294.72 cc
Power20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm26.94 bhp
Mileage/Range36.2 kmpl42 kmpl
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Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Retro bike
Royal Enfield Hunter 350
Retro
Rs. 1.50 Lakh
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JAWA 42 Sirius White Matte bike
JAWA 42
Sirius White Matte
Rs. 1.89 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.68 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.12 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    3.9
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    13.2 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    349.34 cc
    294.72 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    300
    280
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    23
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    23
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    33
    30
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    32
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Spoke
    Spoke
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic41mforks130mtravel
    Telescopic Forks
    Rear Suspension
    Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload
    Twin Shock Absorber
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    100/90 - 18

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    LED headlight

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years or 30000 km
    2 Years or 24000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Double-downtube Frame
    Double Cradle

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    349.34 cc
    294.72 cc
    Engine Type
    Single cylinder& 4 stroke& SOHC Engine
    Single cylinder 4 Stroke Liquid cooled DOHC
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.096 kwh
    -
    Top Speed
    114 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    72 mm x 85.8 mm
    76 mm x 65 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air/Oil Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm
    26.94 bhp

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2055 mm
    2071 mm
    Width
    800 mm
    833 mm
    Height
    1055 mm
    788 mm
    Wheelbase
    1370 mm
    1369 mm
    Ground Clearance
    150 mm
    165 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    13.2 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    2.2 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Cruiser
    Seat Height
    800 mm
    788 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    177 kg
    184 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Design is new & fresh as per Royal Enfield standards
    • Pricing is aggressive
    • Engine has enough grunt for exciting city performance
    • Brakes offer good stopping power
    • Agile handling makes it easy to ride in the city
    • 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
    Cons
    • Rear suspension is very stiff
    • Lacks outright punch on the highway
    • Looks small in size
    • Less features compared to the rivals
    • Engine snatches at low-end
    • Heating of the engine in city traffic
    • Quality is inconsistent
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    Detailed Comparison of Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and JAWA 42

    Safety

    Hunter 350 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . 42 has Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Royal Enfield Hunter 350 has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator and JAWA 42, on the other hand, has Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Royal Enfield Hunter 350 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and 42 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Royal Enfield Hunter 350 has a 13 Litres fuel tank with 1055 mm seat height. JAWA 42 has 788 mm seat height and 13.2 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and JAWA 42 Owner Reviews

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    • 42 Review
      • MB
        Manjunath Bhinge
        05 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Very nice, it’s a cool bike and very easy to use for city rides. It’s easy to handle. It’s perfect for new riders. I love it.
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        Mallikarjun
        05 Sep 2025
        5.0
        This bike is my dream bike. It’s really good and comfortable. It’s perfect for middle-class boys. This bike brings their dreams closer, especially with GST rates being reduced. It’s one of the best bikes out there.
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        Ankit
        04 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Good bike with great comfort, riding experience, and positive vibes. It gives better mileage than the other one I own. Truly a happy journey every time.
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        Mehtab Siddiqui
        03 Sep 2025
        5.0
        I own a Hunter 350 by Royal. This Hunter bike feels like a sport bike it’s light, lovely, and very good. I love my Hunter Rebel Blue.
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        Aravinth Ramasamy
        03 Sep 2025
        4.6
        A very nice model that looks like a tiny bike. It offers a smooth and enjoyable drive with very easy maintenance. The bike’s sound is lovely and adds to its charm. Overall, it’s a cool motorcycle and a great model to have.
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