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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.3.10 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 34.9 kW @ 7250 rpm power whereas JAWA 42 Bobber is a 1 cylinder, 334 cc Engine can generate 29.51 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 5 colours & 7 variants.

Interceptor 650 vs 42 Bobber

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650JAWA 42 Bobber
PriceRs.3.10 LakhRs.2.23 Lakh
Engine Capacity648 cc334 cc
Power34.9 kW @ 7250 rpm29.51 bhp
Mileage/Range25 kmpl30 kmpl
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Cali Green & Canyon Red bike
Cali Green & Canyon Red
Rs. 3.10 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
3.49 Lakh
Price Breakup
2.50 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.1
4.3
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
Calliper Type
-
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
320
280
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
23
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
23
Front Wheel Size
100/90-18
18
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
28
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
28
Rear Wheel Size
130/70-R18
17
Wheel Type
Spoke
Spoke
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks
Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
Rear Suspension
Twin gas charged shock-absorbers with adjustable preload
Mono Shock Absorber 7 Step Adjustable
Front Tyre Size
100/90-18 M/C 56H
100/90 - 18

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years or 40000km
2 Years or 24000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Steel Tubular&Double cradle frame
Double cradle Tubular Frame

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
Digital spark ignition
CDI
Spark Plugs
-
1 Per Cylinder
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
Battery Capacity
12 kwh
-
Top Speed
170 kmph
130 kmph
Bore x Stroke
78mm x 67.8 mm
81 mm x 65 mm
Charging Socket
-
Configuration
Twin Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Air-oil cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection

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
Semi-Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
check
Hazard Warning Switch
-
check
Radial Tyres
-
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
-
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
Turn Signal
Halogen
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
check
check
Power Modes
Slipper Clutch
check
Assist And Slipper Clutch
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, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . 42 Bobber has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, 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

  • Interceptor 650 Review
  • 42 Bobber Review
    • A
      ARUN
      03 Aug 2025
      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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    • V
      Vignesh
      25 Jul 2025
      5.0
      It is best quality and the luxury to ride the bike that all is good.
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    • MB
      Mohammed Baseeruddin
      1 Month ago
      4.8
      The Interceptor 650 is a true modern classic that offers an exhilarating riding experience, thanks to its powerful 648cc parallel-twin engine. It delivers impressive power with a smooth torque curve, making both city cruising and highway rides thrilling and effortless. What sets it apart is its stock exhaust note — a deep, throaty growl that is raw, refined, and unmistakably Royal Enfield. It’s a perfect blend of heritage and performance that turns heads wherever it goes.
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      Kh jack
      1 Month ago
      3.0
      This is my favorite bike and my soulmate bike. It is the most beautiful bike in the world, especially among the Royal Enfield bikes in Manipur.
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      Akhil
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      Good looking and great features in this bike and good colors also and good mileage also. Over all good bike. That's it.
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