Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Jawa 42

In 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z or Jawa 42 choose which bike is best for you - compare these two bikes or scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Price starts at Rs. 1.93 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.59 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). Pulsar NS400Z engine makes power and torque 43 PS PS & 35 Nm. On the other hand, 42 engine makes power & torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm respectively. The Pulsar NS400Z mileage is around 34 kmpl. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl.
Pulsar NS400Z vs 42 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Pulsar ns400z 42
BrandBajajJawa
Price₹ 1.93 Lakhs₹ 1.59 Lakhs
Mileage34 kmpl35 kmpl
Engine Capacity373.27 cc294.72 cc
Power43 PS PS27.32 PS PS

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₹1.93 Lakhs*
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Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.59 Lakhs*
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
12 L13.2 L
Ground Clearance
168 mm-
Wheelbase
1344 mm1369 mm
Kerb Weight
174 kg184 kg
Saddle Height
807 mm788 mm
ABS
Dual ChannelSingle Channel
Wheel Size
17 inchFront :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm280 mm
Tyre Size
Front: 110/70 - 17, Rear: 140/70 - R17Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm240 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloySpoke
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Range
396 km-
Max Speed
157 kmph-
Max Power
43 PS@8800 rpm27.32 PS
Max Torque
35 Nm @ 6500 rpm26.84 Nm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
373 cc294.72 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followersSingle Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Cooling System
Liquid CooledLiquid Cooled
Clutch
full-throttle gear-shifting-
No Of Cylinders
11
Starting
Self StartSelf Start Only
Valve Per Cylinder
44
Gear Box
6 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Front Suspension
43 mm Upside-Down ForksTelescopic Forks, 35 mm
Rear Suspension
Monoshock AbsorbersTwin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Features
Riding Modes
Road, Rain, Sport and Off-Road-
Music Control
Yes-
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
DigitalYes
Clock
Yes-
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes-
Mobile Application
Yes-
Tachometer
Digital-
Tripmeter
Digital-
Seat Type
SplitSingle
Additional Features
Adjustable Levers, Ride-by-wire Technology, Music Control, Lap Timer, Mobile Battery Charge Status-
Pass Switch
YesYes
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
USB Charging Port
Yes-
Display
Yes, LCD-
Tail Light
LED-
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Projector Headlights
LED-
Headlight
LEDLED
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
2,31,0701,83,556
Ex-Showroom Price
1,92,7931,59,431
RTO
15,95312,754
Insurance
22,32411,371
Accessories Charges
00
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
4,9663,945
Expert Rating
-
Pros and Cons

Pros

Extremely well styled and is an absolute head turnerBrings a brand of exclusivity to the garageEngine offers decent performance for the setup

Cons

Not the most practical motorcycle for daiy-to-day ridingStiff ride quality could be a deal breaker for someThe low ground clearance ends up scraping the belly too often
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