Jawa 42 vs Yamaha FZ-X

In 2026 Jawa 42 or Yamaha FZ-X 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 Yamaha FZ-X Price starts at Rs. 1.2 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). 42 engine makes power and torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm. On the other hand, FZ-X engine makes power & torque 12.4 PS PS & 13.3 Nm respectively. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl. The FZ-X mileage is around 55.11 to 55.11 kmpl.
42 vs FZ-X Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS 42 Fz-x
BrandJawaYamaha
Price₹ 1.59 Lakhs₹ 1.2 Lakhs
Mileage35 kmpl55.11 to 55.11 kmpl
Engine Capacity294.72 cc149 cc
Power27.32 PS PS12.4 PS PS

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42
Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.59 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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FZ-X
Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue
₹1.20 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
13.2 L10 L
Wheelbase
1369 mm1330 mm
Kerb Weight
184 kg139 kg
Saddle Height
788 mm810 mm
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
ABS
Single ChannelSingle Channel
Front Brake Diameter
280 mm282 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/60-17
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm220 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
SpokeAlloy
Tyre Type
Tubeless-
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Max Power
27.32 PS12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Stroke
65 mm57.9 mm
Max Torque
26.84 Nm13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
294.72 cc149 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCAir cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Cooling System
Liquid CooledAir Cooled
No Of Cylinders
11
Starting
Self Start OnlySelf Start Only
Valve Per Cylinder
42
Gear Box
6 Speed5 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Bore
76 mm57.3 mm
Rear Suspension
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload7-Step Adjustable Monocross Suspension
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks, 35 mmTelescopic Fork, 41mm Inner Tube Diameter, with Fork Boot
Features
Seat Type
SingleSingle
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
YesDigital
Pass Switch
YesYes
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Headlight
LEDLED
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
1,83,5561,39,434
Ex-Showroom Price
1,59,4311,19,194
RTO
12,75411,036
Insurance
11,3719,204
Accessories Charges
00
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
3,9452,996
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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