Jawa 42 vs KTM 250 Duke

In 2026 Jawa 42 or KTM 250 Duke 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. Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.59 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs. 2.17 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). 42 engine makes power and torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm. On the other hand, 250 Duke engine makes power & torque 31 PS PS & 25 Nm respectively. KTM offers the 250 Duke in 2 colours. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl. The 250 Duke mileage is around 30.08 kmpl.
42 vs 250 Duke Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS 42 250 duke
BrandJawaKTM
Price₹ 1.59 Lakhs₹ 2.17 Lakhs
Mileage35 kmpl30.08 kmpl
Engine Capacity294.72 cc250 cc
Power27.32 PS PS31 PS PS

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42
Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.59 Lakhs*
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250 Duke
₹2.17 Lakhs*
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
13.2 L15 L
Wheelbase
1369 mm1354 mm
Kerb Weight
184 kg162.8 kg
Saddle Height
788 mm820 mm
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
ABS
Single ChannelDual Channel
Front Brake Diameter
280 mm320 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm240 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
SpokeAlloy
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Max Power
27.32 PS31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Stroke
65 mm61.1 mm
Max Torque
26.84 Nm25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
294.72 cc250 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCSingle Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Cooling System
Liquid CooledLiquid Cooled
No Of Cylinders
11
Starting
Self Start OnlySelf Start Only
Valve Per Cylinder
44
Gear Box
6 Speed6 Gear
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Bore
76 mm72 mm
Rear Suspension
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable PreloadWP APEX Monoshock, 10-step preload adjustable
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks, 35 mmWP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter
Features
Seat Type
SingleSingle
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
YesDigital
Pass Switch
YesYes
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
Turn Signal Lamp
LED-
Low Fuel Indicator
Yes-
Headlight
LED-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
1,83,5562,45,648
Ex-Showroom Price
1,59,4312,17,400
RTO
12,75417,922
Insurance
11,37110,326
Accessories Charges
00
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
3,9455,279
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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