Bajaj Pulsar 220 F vs Jawa 42

In 2025 Bajaj Pulsar 220 F 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 220 F Price starts at Rs. 1.42 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). Pulsar 220 F engine makes power and torque 20.4 PS PS & 18.55 Nm. On the other hand, 42 engine makes power & torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar 220 F in 3 colours. The Pulsar 220 F mileage is around 40.0 kmpl. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl.
Pulsar 220 F vs 42 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Pulsar 220 f 42
BrandBajajJawa
Price₹ 1.42 Lakhs₹ 1.73 Lakhs
Mileage40.0 kmpl35 kmpl
Engine Capacity220 cc294.72 cc
Power20.4 PS PS27.32 PS PS

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₹1.42 Lakhs*
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Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.73 Lakhs*
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
15 L13.2 L
Ground Clearance
165 mm-
Length
2035 mm-
Wheelbase
1350 mm1369 mm
Height
1165 mm-
Kerb Weight
160 kg184 kg
Saddle Height
795 mm788 mm
Width
750 mm-
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front Brake Diameter
280 mm280 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17Front :-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
135 kmph-
Max Power
20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm27.32 PS
Max Torque
18.55 Nm @ 7000 rpm26.84 Nm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
220 cc294.72 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Engine Type
Twin Spark DTS-i FI Engine, Oil CooledSingle Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Cooling System
Oil CooledLiquid Cooled
Clutch
Wet, Multi Plate-
No Of Cylinders
11
Starting
Self Start OnlySelf Start Only
Valve Per Cylinder
24
Gear Box
5 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Rear Suspension
YesTwin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Features
Music Control
Yes-
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Call/SMS Alerts
Bluetooth-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
YesYes
i3s Technology
Digital-
Clock
Split-
Instrument Console
YesDigital
Underseat storage
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Digital-
Tachometer
Telescopic, with anti-friction bush-
Tripmeter
Analogue-
Roadside Assistance
Yes-
Console
Digital-
Pass Switch
DigitalYes
Charging Station Locater
Yes-
Display
Mobile Notifications, DTE-
Battery Capacity
Yes-
Low Battery Indicator
Yes-
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Low Fuel Indicator
BulbYes
Headlight
YesLED
Battery Type
Halogen-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
1,64,9742,04,766
Ex-Showroom Price
1,42,4891,72,942
RTO
11,39912,873
Insurance
11,08618,951
Accessories Charges
00
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
3,5454,401
Expert Rating
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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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