- 5 colours
- Engine
- 334 cc
- Power
- 29.51 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 30 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 185 kg
In short
The Jawa 42 Bobber, launched in 2026, is the most powerful bike in Jawa's retro range, making 29.51 bhp from the same 334cc liquid-cooled single, priced from ₹2.09 lakh to ₹2.2 lakh. Bobber styling brings a low 740mm seat and monoshock rear end, but real-world efficiency of 28-31 kmpl trails its 42 and 350 siblings.
What works
- 29.51 bhp is the most powerful engine tune in Jawa's current lineup
- 740 mm seat height, low and easy to reach the ground
- 7-step adjustable monoshock rear suspension
- LED lighting and USB charging as standard
What doesn't
- Efficiency of 28-31 kmpl trails the lighter Jawa 42
- No ground clearance figure specified, worth checking for low-slung stance
- Priciest of the mainstream Jawa cruisers bar the Perak
Best for: Bobber styling fans, Shorter riders, City and highway mix
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi list prices from the manufacturer. On-road for your city is in the panel above.
The 42 Bobber is sold in 4 variants, from ₹2,08,942 for the Mystic Copper to ₹2,19,942 for the Black Mirror, ex-showroom Delhi.
That makes it priced 13th lowest among the 64 cruisers we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the SRC 500 (₹1,077 more) and the 42 FJ (₹5,413 less).
On the road in Delhi the base 42 Bobber comes to ₹2.39 Lakh: ₹2,08,942 ex-showroom, ₹18,215 in Delhi road tax and registration (8.7%), ₹12,315 for first-year insurance. Dealers add handling and accessory packs on top; both are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Mystic Copper | ₹2,08,942 | |
Jasper Red | ₹2,15,942 | |
Silver Knight and Shadow Black | ₹2,17,942 | |
Black Mirror | ₹2,19,942 |
Compare on-road price across all 189 cities, with an EMI calculator
Mileage
42 Bobber's claimed mileage is 30 kmpl, and unusually, owners and our own riding land right on it: expect 28–31 kmpl in everyday use. Few bikes get this close to their brochure figure.
Engine and ride
The 334cc liquid-cooled engine makes 29.51 bhp and 32.74 Nm through a 6 Speed. With a kerb weight of 185 kg that is 160 bhp per tonne, 43th best power-to-weight of the 59 bikes in this class we have reviewed.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Chassis hardware includes a rear monoshock, dual-channel ABS and a slipper clutch, with a disc, 280 mm, 2 piston caliper up front and disc, 240 mm, 1 piston caliper at the rear.
Seat height is a low 740 mm, so riders around 5'2" and above can plant both feet at a stop.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The 42 Bobber is Jawa turning up the wick on its own retro platform: more power, a lower stance and genuine bobber proportions, at a price that still sits below the Perak. It is the most enthusiast-focused Jawa short of that flagship.
Riding it every day
The extra power over the standard 42 is noticeable from the first twist of the throttle, and the low 740 mm seat makes it easy to paddle through slow traffic and tight parking. The adjustable monoshock lets riders firm up the rear for a heavier load or soften it for solo commuting, a nice touch missing on the cheaper 42. USB charging and LED lighting bring it in line with modern expectations.
What to know before buying
Efficiency drops slightly versus the lighter 42, with 28-31 kmpl reported against the 42's 30-33 kmpl, the price of the extra power. Bobber styling often means reduced ground clearance and a firmer ride over broken tarmac, so riders on pothole-heavy routes should test ride before buying. As with other Jawas, confirm service centre proximity given the brand's still-growing dealer network outside major cities.
Who should buy it
Riders who want the most performance Jawa currently offers in this style, paired with a low, confident seat height, will enjoy the 42 Bobber as a daily cruiser with genuine weekend appeal. Buyers prioritising outright efficiency or the widest colour choice may prefer the standard 42 or 42 FJ instead.
Features
- Dual-channel ABS
- Front disc brake
- Rear disc brake
- Tubeless tyres
- Alloy wheels
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Hazard lamps
- Rear monoshock
- Slipper clutch
- LED headlamp
- +4 more
On safety kit the 42 Bobber has dual-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tubeless tyres, side-stand engine cut-off and hazard lamps. Dual-channel ABS is the one item on this list worth paying for if it is variant-dependent.
Against 42 FJ, Rebel 300 or SRC 500, it gets rear monoshock and usb charging port that most rivals skip.
What it lacks: led daytime running lamp, which rivals at this price offer. None of these are deal-breakers, but they show where the money went.
It is offered in 5 colours: Mystic Copper, Jasper Red, Shadow Black, Silver Knight and Black Mirror. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 4 years or 50,000 km. After the free services, the recommended interval is every 6,000 km.
Jawa runs a limited sales and service network in India, at roughly 400 touchpoints. Check the nearest workshop before buying if you live outside a metro; a 40 km ride for every service adds up.
The 42 Bobber launched in 2026, so long-term reliability and resale data are still thin. That is not a mark against it, just a reason to prefer the standard warranty and keep service records.
42 Bobber: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Jawa 42 Bobber?
- The 42 Bobber costs between ₹2,08,942 and ₹2,19,942 ex-showroom Delhi across 4 variants, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance and varies by state.
- What is the on-road price of the 42 Bobber in Delhi?
- About ₹2.39 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹2,08,942 ex-showroom plus ₹18,215 in Delhi road tax and registration and ₹12,315 for first-year insurance. Figure from dealer quotes, updated monthly; handling and accessory packs can add more.
- What is the mileage of the 42 Bobber?
- Claimed mileage is 30 kmpl. Owners typically see 28–31 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the 42 Bobber cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹3.21 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹2,507 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the 42 Bobber?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹6,630 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the 42 Bobber?
- It uses a 334cc engine producing 29.51 bhp and 32.74 Nm, with a 6 speed.
- Is the 42 Bobber suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 740 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- 42 Bobber or 42 FJ: which is better?
- The 42 FJ is ₹5,413 less expensive to start and less efficient at 30 kmpl against 30 kmpl. Pick the 42 Bobber for bobber styling fans, the 42 FJ for flat-tracker styling fans. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the 42 Bobber?
- Among the 64 cruisers we have reviewed, the Classic 350 (₹1.98 Lakh), the Ronin 225 (₹1.3 Lakh), the Avenger Cruise 220 (₹1.34 Lakh) start lower.
- Is the 42 Bobber's low seat height a problem on bad roads?
- The 740 mm seat is a boon for confidence at stops, but bobber-style bikes typically run less ground clearance than standard cruisers, so heavily cratered roads and tall speed breakers need a cautious approach. No clearance figure is published, so confirm it with a dealer before buying if this matters to you.
- Can the 42 Bobber take a pillion on the highway?
- Yes, with 29.51 bhp on tap it has enough shove to carry a pillion at highway speeds without feeling strained. The trade-off is the bobber-style seat, which is shorter than a standard cruiser's, so check pillion comfort on a longer test ride before committing to it for regular two-up trips.
42 Bobber vs its rivals
Around ₹2.09 Lakh
Other bikes and scooters within 20% of the 42 Bobber's starting price.
More cruisers
See the full list
Other Jawa models
Before you buy
42 Bobber from
₹2.09 Lakh