Jawa 42 vs Yamaha YZF R15 V3

In 2026 Jawa 42 or Yamaha YZF R15 V3 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 YZF R15 V3 Price starts at Rs. 1.41 Lakhs (last recorded price). 42 engine makes power and torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm. On the other hand, YZF R15 V3 engine makes power & torque 18.37 bhp @ 10000 rpm PS & 14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm respectively. Yamaha offers the YZF R15 V3 in 4 colours. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl. The YZF R15 V3 mileage is around 43 kmpl.
42 vs YZF R15 V3 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS 42 Yzf r15 v3
BrandJawaYamaha
Price₹ 1.59 Lakhs₹ 1.41 Lakhs
Mileage35 kmpl43 kmpl
Engine Capacity294.72 cc155 cc
Power27.32 PS PS18.37 bhp @ 10000 rpm PS

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Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.59 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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YZF R15 V3
₹1.41 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
13.2 L11 L
Wheelbase
1369 mm1325 mm
Kerb Weight
184 kg142 kg
Saddle Height
788 mm815 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 mm282 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17Front :-100/80-17,Rear :-140/70-17
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm220 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
SpokeAlloy
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Max Power
27.32 PS18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Stroke
65 mm58.7 mm
Max Torque
26.84 Nm14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
294.72 cc155 cc
Fuel Type
Petrol-
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
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 mm58 mm
Rear Suspension
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable PreloadMonocross (link suspension)
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks, 35 mmTelescopic Fork
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
LEDLED
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
1,83,5561,82,359
Ex-Showroom Price
1,59,4311,56,700
RTO
12,75413,066
Insurance
11,37110,494
Accessories Charges
02,099
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
3,9453,919
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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