Last Updated on: 22 Jul 2026
Jawa 42 Bobber specifications
The Jawa 42 Bobber specification provides key information about the motorcycle’s engine performance, chassis setup and overall design. By reviewing these 42 Bobber specifications, riders can better understand how the Jawa 42 Bobber performs in real-world riding conditions.
Jawa 42 Bobber key specifications
Our Rating Yet to be Reviewed | Body Type Bike |
Engine 334 cc | Fuel Type Petrol |
Transmission Manual |
Jawa 42 Bobber specifications
Engine & Transmission
Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Petrol |
Bore | 81 mm |
Stroke | 65 mm |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Displacement | 334 cc |
Valvetrain | 4 Valves/Cyl |
Fueling | |
Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
Engine Type | 1 cylinder |
Max Engine Power | 29.51 bhp |
Max Engine Torque | 32.74 Nm |
Gearbox Type | Manual |
Transmission Type | Manual |
Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Number of Gears | 6 |
Slipper clutch | Yes |
Reverse gear |
Fuel & Performance
Fuel Tank Size | 14 L |
Auto Start/Stop | No |
Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.2 L |
Top Speed | 130 kph |
Official Fuel Economy | None kmpl |
User Reported Mileage | 30.36 kmpl |
Chassis & Suspension
Front Brakes | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc |
Front Brake Type | Disc |
Rear Brake Type | Disc |
Chassis type | Double cradle Tubular Frame |
Front Suspension Type | Telescopic Hydraulic Fork |
Chassis name | Double cradle Tubular Frame |
Rear Suspension Adjustability | Yes |
Rear Suspension Type | Mono Shock Absorber, 7 Step Adjustable |
Wheel Type | Spoke |
Front Brake Type | Disc |
Rear Brake Type | Disc |
Rear Brake Size | 240 mm |
Calliper Type | Front - 2 Piston, Rear - 1 Piston |
Tyre type | Tubed |
Front Brake Size | 280 mm |
Front Tyre Size | 100/90 - 18 |
Rear Tyre Size | 140/70 - 17 |
Radial tyres | |
Front Wheel Size | 18 inch |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch |
Dimensions
Wheelbase | 1485 mm |
Seat height | 740 mm |
Kerb Weight | 185 kg |
Jawa 42 Bobber features
Safety
| Combined Braking System | |
| Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) | Dual channel |
| Cornering ABS | |
| Hazard lights | |
| Side-stand indicator | |
| Side-stand engine cut-off |
Features
| Pass-light switch | |
| Electric Start | |
| Low Battery Indicator | |
| Keyless Lock | |
| Low Oil Indicator | |
| Tripmeter |
Instrumentation
| TFT colour Instrument cluster | |
| Touchscreen | |
| Low Fuel Level Warning | |
| Instrument console | Digital |
| Gear Indicator | |
| Engine/Motor temperature gauge |
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Questions you may find useful
I am a first-time motorcycle rider, and I’m trying to decide between the Jawa 42 Bobber, Jawa Perak, Royal Enfield Meteor 350, Goan Classic 350, Triumph Speed 400, and Harley-Davidson X440. I’m 5'7”, 38 years old, and have a muscular build. Which of these bikes would be most suitable for me in terms of comfort, handling, and ease of riding? Also, do all of these bikes have an option for carrying a passenger comfortably?
First things first, the Jawa Perak and 42 Bobber are strictly single-seater bikes and have no provisions for carrying a pillion. These bikes are also rather stiff and uncomfortable, and we'd recommend steering clear unless you ride very little and mostly on smooth roads.Coming to the other options you've shortlisted, the Triumph Speed 400 will be the dynamically most capable machine and also the fastest one. On the other end of the spectrum, you'll have the laidback but charming Royal Enfield 350s with their easy riding and torque-rich experience.The Harley-Davidson X440 splits the difference between the Triumph and the REs. It all boils down to personal preference, so take a thorough test ride of everything you're considering before making a decision.













