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. 2.05 Lakhs (last recorded price). 42 engine makes power and torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm. On the other hand, 250 Duke engine makes power & torque 30 PS @ 9000 rpm PS & 24 Nm @ 7500 rpm respectively. KTM offers the 250 Duke in 2 colours. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl. The 250 Duke mileage is around 41.0 kmpl.
42 vs 250 Duke Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS 42 250 duke
BrandJawaKTM
Price₹ 1.59 Lakhs₹ 2.05 Lakhs
Mileage35 kmpl41.0 kmpl
Engine Capacity294.72 cc248 cc
Power27.32 PS PS30 PS @ 9000 rpm PS

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42
Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.59 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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250 Duke
₹2.05 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
13.2 L13.5 L
Wheelbase
1369 mm1357
Kerb Weight
184 kg-
Saddle Height
788 mm830 mm
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
ABS
Single 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 mm230 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
SpokeAlloy
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Max Power
27.32 PS30 PS @ 9000 rpm
Stroke
65 mm61.1 mm
Max Torque
26.84 Nm24 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
294.72 cc248.8 cc
Fuel Type
Petrol-
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCSingle Cylinder, 4 Valve, Liquid Cooled, FI, DOHC
Cooling System
Liquid CooledLiquid Cooled
No Of Cylinders
1-
Starting
Self Start OnlySelf Start Only
Valve Per Cylinder
44
Gear Box
6 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6
Bore
76 mm72 mm
Rear Suspension
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable PreloadWP-Monoshock
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks, 35 mmWP-Open Cartridge USD Ø 43 mm
Features
Seat Type
Single-
Speedometer
Digital-
Odometer
Digital-
Fuel Gauge
Yes-
Pass Switch
YesYes
Instrument Console
Digital-
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Headlight
LEDHalogen
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
1,83,5562,63,327
Ex-Showroom Price
1,59,4312,28,736
RTO
12,75418,629
Insurance
11,37111,918
Accessories Charges
04,044
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
3,9455,659
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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