Yamaha EC-06 vs JAWA All Star 42 Comparison

By partnering with River, Yamaha bypassed years of ground-up development with the EC-06. The manufacturer took an already established utility scooter and polished it further so that it meets global standards. Admittedly, it is not the fastest scooter in its segment, nor is it the most technologically advanced. It also loses out on the massive storage space and demands a steep premium for the Yamaha badge. However, in return, it offers stable rides, a well-calibrated throttle response, and the ability to navigate past broken roads with its 14-inch wheels.

As Amaan summarises,

“It is unrivalled in the fact that it gets a 14-inch wheel at both ends, which no one among Bajaj, TVS, Ather, Hero MotoCorp, Honda and Suzuki currently offers.”

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.