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Birla JF vs Jawa 42

In 2025 Birla JF or Jawa 42 choose which bike is best for you - compare the two electric bikes & scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Birla JF Price starts at Rs. 1.63 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). On the other hand, 42 engine makes power & torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm respectively. JF has a range of up to 130-150 km/charge. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl.
JF vs 42 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Jf 42
BrandBirlaJawa
Price₹ 1.63 Lakhs₹ 1.73 Lakhs
Range130-150 km/charge-
Mileage-35 kmpl
Battery Capacity--
Engine Capacity-294.72 cc
TransmissionAutomatic Manual
Charging Time4-5 Hrs.-

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JF
Birla JF
45 Ah
₹1.63 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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42
Jawa 42
Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.73 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Front Brake
Double DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloySpoke
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Range
130-150 km-
Max Speed
100 kmph-
Transmission
AutomaticManual
Starting
Push Button StartSelf Start Only
Fuel Type
ElectricPetrol
Features
Riding Modes
Yes-
Tripmeter
Digital-
Seat Type
SplitSingle
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Console
Digital-
Additional Features
Driving Modes - Drive, Sports, Parking, Reverse-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes-
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
Charging at Charging Station
Yes-
Charging Time(0-80%)
4-5 Hrs.-
Charging at Home
Yes-
Battery Capacity
1.56 kWh-
Tail Light
LED-
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Headlight
LEDLED
Projector Headlights
Yes-
Battery Type
Li-ion-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹1,67,826₹2,04,766
Ex-Showroom Price
₹1,62,720₹1,72,942
RTO
₹0₹12,873
Insurance
₹5,106₹18,951
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹0₹0
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹3,607₹4,401
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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