The Jawa 42 Premium Edition is now available in India, starting at ₹1.98 Lakh in Delhi. This version combines a classic, old-school look with modern features.
Simple Features of the Jawa 42 Premium Edition:
- Engine: It uses a 294.72cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled J-Panther engine.
- Power and Torque: The engine produces 27.32 PS of power at 8500 rpm and 26.84 Nm of torque at 6500 rpm.
- Gears: It has a 6-speed gearbox that makes changing gears smoother with a special clutch.
- Fuel Efficiency: It is said to give around 33 kilometers per liter of fuel, but in real riding, it might be between 30-32 kmpl.
- Look: It keeps the traditional Jawa style with a round headlight and a curved fuel tank, but with nicer details like a textured fuel tank, shorter mudguards, and stylish alloy wheels.
- Display: It has a digital screen for showing information.
- Safety: It has ABS (anti-lock braking system) on both wheels for better braking.
- Size: The bike is 2088 mm long, 833 mm wide, and 1090 mm tall. The fuel tank can hold 12.5 liters.
- Colors: It comes in two-tone color options like Cosmic Rock, Infinity Black, Starship Blue, and Celestial Copper.
Launch Information:
While the exact date of this “Premium Edition” coming out isn’t clearly stated in the search results, the Jawa 42 has had several updates and new types. A new type, the Jawa 42 FJ, was released on September 3, 2024, with a bigger 334cc engine. The ₹1.98 Lakh price is for some of the two-color versions of the Jawa 42.
Price and Types:
The price of the Jawa 42 in India is usually between ₹1.73 Lakh and ₹1.98 Lakh (without extra charges), depending on the specific version. The Premium Edition at ₹1.98 Lakh likely means the versions with ABS on both wheels, alloy wheels, and special paint colors.
How it Performs:
The Jawa 42 Premium Edition can reportedly reach a top speed of about 130 kmph and can go from 0 to 60 km/h in around 4.5 seconds.
Other Bikes it Competes With:
In the category of classic-looking motorcycles, the Jawa 42 competes with bikes like the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Honda H’ness CB350.
Some riders have mentioned that there can be shaking at higher speeds and concerns about after-sales service and the availability of service centers in smaller towns. The bike also doesn’t have features like LED headlights and phone connectivity, which some other bikes offer.