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5 things to know before buying the Jawa 42 FJ

Here are answers to the most commonly asked questions about the Jawa 42 FJ.
1 min read16 Dec '25
Vishal VenugopalVishal Venugopal
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Jawa 42 FJ parked amongst trees with fallen, dry leaves on the ground

Named in tribute to the company’s founder, Frantisek Janecek, the Jawa 42 FJ brings improved refinement and rideability to the brand’s line-up. The bike features the bigger 334cc Alpha 2 engine and a chassis closely matched to the Yezdi Roadster. If you’re considering the 42 FJ, here are answers to some of the most common questions you might have.

What engine does the Jawa 42 FJ have?

The Jawa 42 FJ is powered by a 334cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine producing 29.2hp and 29.6Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed gearbox.

5 things to know before buying the Jawa 42 FJ

What is the weight of the Jawa 42 FJ?

The Jawa 42 FJ has a dry weight of 184kg, and once its 12-litre fuel tank is filled, its kerb weight will be closer to 200kg, similar to that of the Royal Enfield Classic 350. Other noteworthy dimensions include a 790mm seat height and a 178mm ground clearance.

5 things to know before buying the Jawa 42 FJ

What features does the Jawa 42 FJ have?

The Jawa 42 FJ comes equipped with dual-channel ABS, an LED headlamp and a basic LCD instrument cluster. 

5 things to know before buying the Jawa 42 FJ

What are the colour options for the Jawa 42 FJ?

The Jawa 42 FJ is available in five colours: Mystique Copper, Deep Black Matte Black Clad, Aurora Green Matte, Deep Black Matte Red Clad and Cosmo Blue Matte. 

5 things to know before buying the Jawa 42 FJ

What is the price of the Jawa 42 FJ?

The price for the Jawa 42 FJ starts at Rs 1.93 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

5 things to know before buying the Jawa 42 FJ

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