Bajaj Pulsar F250 [2021-2024] vs Jawa 42

In 2025 Bajaj Pulsar F250 [2021-2024] 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 F250 [2021-2024] Price starts at Rs. 1.39 Lakhs (last recorded price) whereas the Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). Pulsar F250 [2021-2024] engine makes power and torque 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm PS & 21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm. On the other hand, 42 engine makes power & torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm respectively. The Pulsar F250 [2021-2024] mileage is around 39.0 kmpl. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl.

Pulsar F250 [2021-2024] vs 42 Comparison

KEY HIGHLIGHTS	Pulsar f250 [2021-2024]	42
Brand	Bajaj	Jawa
Price	₹ 1.39 Lakhs	₹ 1.73 Lakhs
Mileage	39.0 kmpl	35 kmpl
Engine Capacity	249 cc	294.72 cc
Power	24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm PS	27.32 PS PS

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Bajaj Pulsar F250 [2021-2024]

F250 STD

₹1.40 Lakhs*

*Last Recorded Price

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Jawa 42

Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels

₹1.73 Lakhs*

*Ex-showroom price

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Specification

Tyres and Brakes

Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17	Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17

Tyre Type
Tubeless	Tubeless

Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm	Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm

Wheels Type
Alloy	Spoke

Front Brake
Disc	Disc

Rear Brake
Disc	Disc

Front Brake Diameter
300 mm	280 mm

Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm	240 mm

Dimensions & Weight

Fuel Capacity
14 L

Saddle Height
795 mm

Ground Clearance
165 mm

Wheelbase
1351 mm

Kerb Weight
162 kg

Engine and Transmission

Engine
249.07 cc	-

Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil cooled, FI	Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC

Max Power
24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm	27.32 PS

Max Torque
21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm	-

Transmission
Manual	Manual

Cooling System
Oil Cooled	Liquid Cooled

Valve Per Cylinder
2	4

Drive Type
Chain Drive	Chain Drive

Gear Box
5 Speed	6 Speed

Emission Type
bs6	bs6-2.0

Starting
Self Start Only	Self Start Only

Fuel Supply
Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection

No of Cylinders
1	-

Chassis and Suspension

Body Type
Sports Bikes	-

Front Suspension
Telescopic (37 mm)	Telescopic Forks, 35 mm

Rear Suspension
Monoshock with Nitrox	Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload

Features

Features and Safety

ABS
Single Channel	-

Charging Point
Yes	-

Speedometer
Analogue	Digital

Tachometer
Digital	-

Odometer
Digital	Digital

Tripmeter
Digital	-

Fuel Gauge
Digital	Yes

Pass Switch
Yes	Yes

Console
Digital	-

Clock
Digital	-

Adjustable Windscreen
Yes	-

Passenger Footrest
Yes	Yes

Engine Kill Switch
Yes	-

Additional Features
Gear indicator, Fuel efficiency, Range indicator	-

Display
Yes	-

Electricals

Headlight
LED	LED

Tail Light
LED	-

Turn Signal Lamp
LED	LED

DRLs
Yes	-

LED Tail Lights
Yes	-

Projector Headlights
Yes	-

Low Battery Indicator
Yes	-

Price (On-Road BreakUp)

On-Road Price
₹1,62,310	₹2,04,766

Ex-Showroom Price
₹1,40,915	₹1,72,942

RTO
₹11,603	₹12,873

Insurance
₹9,792	₹18,951

Accessories Charges
₹0	₹0

FastTag Charges
₹0	₹0

Other Charges
₹0	₹0

EMI

₹3,488

₹4,401

Expert Rating

Pros and Cons

Pros

Extremely well styled and is an absolute head turner

Brings a brand of exclusivity to the garage

Engine offers decent performance for the setup

Cons

Not the most practical motorcycle for daiy-to-day riding

Stiff ride quality could be a deal breaker for some

The low ground clearance ends up scraping the belly too often