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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs JAWA 42 Bobber

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 or JAWA 42 Bobber? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Interceptor 650 and 42 Bobber. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Price starts at Rs.3.35 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Cali Green & Canyon Red and JAWA 42 Bobber Price starts at Rs.2.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Mystic Copper. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is 2 cylinder, 648 cc Engine can generate 46. 80 bhp @ 7250 rpm power whereas JAWA 42 Bobber is a 1 cylinder, 334 cc Engine can generate 29.5 bhp power. In terms of mileage, Interceptor 650 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and 42 Bobber has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is available in 2 colours & 4 variants whereas JAWA 42 Bobber is available in 1 colours & 7 variants.

Interceptor 650 vs 42 Bobber

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650JAWA 42 Bobber
PriceRs.3.35 LakhRs.2.23 Lakh
Engine Capacity648 cc334 cc
Power46. 80 bhp @ 7250 rpm29.5 bhp
Mileage/Range25 kmpl30 kmpl
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Cali Green & Canyon Red bike
Cali Green & Canyon Red
Rs. 3.35 Lakh
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JAWA 42 Bobber Mystic Copper bike
Mystic Copper
Rs. 2.23 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
3.78 Lakh
Price Breakup
2.50 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.2
4.4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
14 Litres
Engine Displacement
648 cc
334 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Front Disc Size
320
280
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
23
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
23
Front Wheel Size
R18
R18
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
28
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
28
Rear Wheel Size
R18
R17
Wheel Type
Spoke
Spoke
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks
Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Twin gas charged shock-absorbers with adjustable preload
Mono Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with 7-Step Adjustable Preload
Front Tyre Size
100/90-18 M/C 56H
100/90-18 56H
Rear Tyre Size
130/70 R18 M/C 63V
140/70-17 66H

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years /40000 kms
4 Years/50000 kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Steel Tubular Double cradle frame
Double cradle

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
Digital spark ignition
CDI
Spark Plugs
-
check
Engine Capacity
648 cc
334 cc
Engine Type
Inline twin cylinder& 4 stroke SOHC
-
No. of Cylinders
2
1
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Top Speed
170 kmph
130 kmph
Bore x Stroke
78mm x 67.8 mm
81 mm x 65 mm
Charging Socket
-
Configuration
Twin Cylinder
DOHC
Cooling type
Air oil cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Electronic Fuel Injection
Max Power
46. 80 bhp @ 7250 rpm
29.5 bhp

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
Call/SMS Alerts
-
Front Storage Box
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
-
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
Riding Modes
-
Service Reminder Indicator
-
check
Under Seat Storage
-
GPS & Navigation
-
Console Type
Analogue Cum 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
Radial Tyres
-
Side Stand Alarm
-
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
Turn Signal
Halogen
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
check
check
Power Modes
Slipper Clutch
check
-
Traction Control System

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2119 mm
-
Width
835 mm
-
Height
1067 mm
-
Wheelbase
1398 mm
1485 mm
Ground Clearance
174 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
14 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.1 Litres
1.25 Litres
Body Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Seat Height
804 mm
740 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
218 kg
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Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
-

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Powerfull engine
  • Good build quality.
  • Great quality circular head lamps
  • The best looking bike in this price
  • Low seat height makes it easy for short riders
  • Good punch from the motor
Cons
  • Not very comfortable.
  • Quite heavy in terms of weight.
  • The footpeg is not placed for comfortable use .
  • 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 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and JAWA 42 Bobber

Safety

Interceptor 650 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch. 42 Bobber has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

Comfort & Convenience

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

Transmission

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and 42 Bobber comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 1067 mm seat height. JAWA 42 Bobber has seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and JAWA 42 Bobber Owner Reviews

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  • 42 Bobber Review
    • S
      Sridhar
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      This is an excellent and marvelous bike, truly one of the best I have ever seen. Riding it feels like heaven. I recommend everyone try this bike—it makes long trips, even up to 1000 km in one go, extremely comfortable and enjoyable.
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      Yogesh pradhan
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      The RE 650 Interceptor is the best bike! Easy to handle and great value for money. Perfect for Indian roads. I look forward to advanced features in the future and hope they will be successful.
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      Karthik
      5 Month ago
      5.0
      A fabulous bike with great reliability. What makes it even better is its amazing looks and café racer style, which perfectly matches the desires of today’s young riders.
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      ARUN
      6 Month ago
      5.0
      Fantastic bike. It never feels underpowered—thanks to its 650cc engine. Even with such power, it gives a mileage of 24 km/l, which is impressive. I absolutely love this bike and have ridden it a lot. For a 650cc segment, it’s truly a budget-friendly option.
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      Vignesh
      6 Month ago
      5.0
      It is best quality and the luxury to ride the bike that all is good.
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