Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs Jawa 42

In 2025 Bajaj Pulsar RS200 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 RS200 Price starts at Rs. 1.84 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.59 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). Pulsar RS200 engine makes power and torque 24.5 PS PS & 18.74 Nm. On the other hand, 42 engine makes power & torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm respectively. The Pulsar RS200 mileage is around 35 kmpl. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl.
Pulsar RS200 vs 42 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Pulsar rs200 42
BrandBajajJawa
Price₹ 1.84 Lakhs₹ 1.59 Lakhs
Mileage35 kmpl35 kmpl
Engine Capacity199.5 cc294.72 cc
Power24.5 PS PS27.32 PS PS

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₹1.84 Lakhs*
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Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.59 Lakhs*
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
13 L13.2 L
Ground Clearance
157 mm-
Length
1999 mm-
Wheelbase
1358 mm1369 mm
Height
1114 mm-
Kerb Weight
167 kg184 kg
Saddle Height
810 mm788 mm
Width
765 mm-
ABS
Dual ChannelSingle Channel
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm280 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-R14 Rear :-140/70-R14Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Rear Brake Diameter
250 mm240 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloySpoke
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Range
455 km-
Max Speed
140.8 kmph-
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm27.32 PS
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm26.84 Nm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
ChainChain Drive
Displacement
199.5 cc294.72 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Engine Type
Single Cylinder Spark 4-Valve , FI Engine, Liquid CooledSingle Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Clutch
Wet Multiplate, A&S Clutch-
No Of Cylinders
11
Starting
Kick and Self StartSelf Start Only
Valve Per Cylinder
44
Gear Box
66 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Body Graphics
Yes-
Rear Suspension
Nitrox mono shock absorber with CanisterTwin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Front Suspension
Telescopic with anti-friction bushTelescopic Forks, 35 mm
Features
Riding Modes
Yes-
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Clock
Yes-
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth-
Tachometer
Digital-
Seat Type
SingleSingle
Console
Digital-
Pass Switch
YesYes
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
Display
Yes-
Battery Capacity
12V / 8Ah-
Tail Light
LED-
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Headlight
LEDLED
Projector Headlights
Yes-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
2,04,0911,83,556
Ex-Showroom Price
1,84,1151,59,431
RTO
14,72912,754
Insurance
5,24711,371
Accessories Charges
00
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
4,3863,945
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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