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JAWA 42 vs Royal Enfield Machismo Comparison

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42 vs Machismo Comparison Overview

Key Highlights42Machismo
Price1.59 L1.07 L
Power294.7 CCN/A
ClassCruiserCruiser
Mileage37 KM/LN/A
42
JAWA 42
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹1.59 L
Machismo
Royal Enfield Machismo
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹1.07 L
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Single Channel ABS Spoke Vega White
JAWA 42
Single Channel ABS Spoke Vega White
1.59 L
350
Royal Enfield Machismo
350
1.07 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
N/A
Design8.00-
Performance7.75-
Fuel Consumption7.00-
Significance9.00-
Safety8.00-
Comfort8.00-
Value For Money8.00-

Specifications

Engine CC294.7 CCN/A
Max Torque26.84 Nm @ 6100 RpmN/A
Top Speed130 kmphN/A
No. of Gears6 GearsN/A
Starting MechanismSelf StartN/A
Ground Clearance165 mm mmN/A
Kerb Weight184 KGN/A
Seat Height788 mmN/A
Fuel tank Capacity13.2 LN/A
Mileage37 KM/LN/A
Front Brake TypeDual Channel ABSN/A
Rear Brake TypeDiscN/A
Front TyreALLOY WHEEL - 90/90-18, 51PN/A
Rear TyreALLOY WHEEL - 120/80-17, 61PN/A
Wheel TypeAlloyN/A

Features

Instrument ConsoleNA No
OdometerNA No
SpeedometerNA No
Fuel GaugeNA No
Start MechanismNA No
Hazard Warning IndicatorNA No
Stand IndicatorNA No
Tripmeter CountNA No
Tripmeter TypeNA No
TachometerNA No
Low Battery IndicatorNA No
Gear IndicatorNA No
Low Fuel IndicatorNA No
ClockNA No
Service Reminder IndicatorNA No
Pillion Seat TypeNA No
Remote KeyNA No
Cruise ControlNA No
Traction ControlNA No
ABSNA No
Engine Kill SwitchNA No
Anti-TheftNA No
Head LightNA No
Tail LightNA No
Turn Signal LampNA No
DRLsNA No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)NA No
Hazard Warning IndicatorNA No
Mobile Phone ConnectivityNA No
Bluetooth ConnectivityNA No
Call/SMS AlertsNA No
GPS & NavigationNA No
USB Charging PortNA No
SOSNA No
Battery WarrantyNA No
Standard Vehicle WarrantyNA No

Pros Cons of JAWA 42

Pros

  • The new dual-tone paint jobs strike a nice balance between classic heritage and modern street attitude.
  • Thanks to internal engine tweaks and remapping, the liquid-cooled motor is much smoother.
  • The overall paint quality, panel gaps, and the feel of the materials have massively improved.
  • The six-speed gearbox works brilliantly for daily traffic without constant downshifts.
  • It easily sits at 100kmph and there's barely any buzz felt through the seat, bars, or pegs.

Cons

  • Once past the 100kmph mark, vibrations start creeping into the pegs and handlebar.
  • To extract the best performance at the rev limits, you must work the gearbox constantly.
  • In a bit of a cost-cutting move, the bash plate has been switched from a metal piece to plastic.
  • Even with the cosmetic updates, the instrumentation remains on the simpler side. 

Verdict

The Jawa 42 shows exactly how much a motorcycle can mature with the right factory tweaks. It takes the gorgeous, low-slung stance the brand is known for and finally backs it up with the mechanical refinement, better ride quality, and premium finish it deserved from day one. It is fast, nimble, and genuinely engaging to ride around town or on a weekend getaway.

Janak Sorap rightfully pointed out in his review:

"The Jawa 42 is nimble, agile, brisk, performance-packed, and a good-looking motorcycle, which comes across as a fun motorcycle to ride. " 

If you are looking for a character-rich, modern roadster that stands out from the sea of Royal Enfields, handles beautifully, and punches hard in the mid-range, this Jawa makes a rock-solid case for itself. Just keep in mind that it rewards an active riding style rather than a lazy, low-end thump.

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