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    Jawa 42 Bobber vs KTM 390 Duke

    Should you buy Jawa 42 Bobber or KTM 390 Duke Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Jawa 42 Bobber price in is Rs 2,04,950 (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM 390 Duke price in is Rs 2,84,116 (ex-showroom). The engine in the 42 Bobber makes 29.92 PS and 30 Nm. On the other hand, the power and torque of 390 Duke stand at 41.5 PS and 33.5 Nm respectively. Jawa offers the 42 Bobber in 5 colours whereas the KTM 390 Duke comes in 3 colours. Out of 2 user reviews, 390 Duke scores 4.2 whereas the Jawa 42 Bobber tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 174 user reviews..

    42 Bobber vs 390 Duke

    Key Highlights42 Bobber390 Duke
    Mileage (Overall)30.56 kmpl-
    Max Power29.92 PS41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
    Body TypeCruiser BikesSports Naked Bikes
    Engine TypeSingle Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
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    Jawa 42 Bobber vs KTM 390 Duke Comparison

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          Jawa 42 Bobber
          Jawa 42 Bobber
            Rs2,04,950*
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                KTM 390 Duke
                KTM 390 Duke
                  Rs2,84,116*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,33,482* Onwards
                Rs.3,20,313* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                30.56 kmpl
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                Max Power
                29.92 PS
                41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
                User Rating
                4.5
                Based on Jawa 42 Bobber Reviews
                4.2
                Based on KTM 390 Duke Reviews
                Body Type
                Cruiser Bikes
                Sports Naked Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 6,403
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                		₹ 9,262
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.12,136
                42 Bobber Insurance
                Rs.13,468
                390 Duke Insurance
                ColoursMoonstone WhiteView All ColoursLiquid CarbonAtlantic BlueGun Metal GreyView All Colours
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Single Cylinder, 4 Sroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
                4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
                Displacement
                334 cc
                349.32 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Liquid Cooled
                Liquid Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                4
                Supply System
                Electronic Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Assist And Slipper Clutch
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                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                81 mm
                89 mm
                Stroke
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                65 mm
                56.15 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                11:1
                12.68:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                30 Nm
                33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
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                Features
                USB Charging Port
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                		Yes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                Bluetooth
                Navigation
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                		Yes
                Call/SMS Alerts
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                		Yes
                Roadside AssistanceYes
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                Hill Hold
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                		No
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                		Yes
                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                		Yes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                		Yes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
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                Features and Safety
                Switchable ABS
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                		Yes
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                Analog
                Digital
                Riding Modes
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                Rain,Street
                Traction Control
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                		Yes
                Launch Control
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                		Yes
                Quickshifter
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                		Yes
                Additional Features/Information
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                Cornering ABS, SuperMoto ABS, Track Screen, Ride-by-Wire
                Real Time Mileage Indicator
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                		Yes
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                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                30.56 kmpl
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                Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
                4.27 Sec
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                Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
                5.98 Sec
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                Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)
                6.36 Sec
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                Acceleration 0-100 kmph (sec)
                10.80 Sec
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                Braking 60-0 km/h
                15.82 Sec
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                Braking 80-0 km/h
                31.47 Sec
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                Claimed Top Speed
                129 kmph
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                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12.5 L
                15 L
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                2.2 L
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                Ground Clearance
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                183 mm
                Wheelbase
                1485 mm
                1354 mm
                Kerb Weight
                185 kg
                168.3 kg
                Seat height
                740 mm
                800 mm
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                		Yes
                Alternator
                -
                		Yes
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                280 mm
                320 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                240 mm
                240 mm
                Tyre Brand
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                Apollo
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                23 psi
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                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                23 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                28 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                28 psi
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                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Double Cradle
                Split-Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Rear Frame

                Pros & Cons

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                • Cons

                • Jawa 42 Bobber

                  • Comfortable riding posture
                  • Agile handling characteristics
                  • Gorgeous looks
                  • Exciting performance from the peaky motor
                  • Decent suspension setup for a bobber

                  KTM 390 Duke

                  • Much more affordable than the 390 Duke R
                  • Feature-loaded to the gills
                  • Adjustable suspension available as standard

                • Jawa 42 Bobber

                  • The engine’s peaky nature leads to vibrations on the handlebar, footpegs, and fuel tank
                  • Should have gotten a smoother gearbox
                  • Fit and finish levels of the instrument console could have been better

                  KTM 390 Duke

                  • Misses out on the raw KTM performance
                  • Polarising design isn’t to everyone’s liking

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                  hardik on Jul 06, 2026
                  5.0
                  BEST INVESTMENT FOR FUTUTR
                  Best investment for future, best in looks and best for small height people. Good mileage, if you want to mode then this is the best, ground clearance is short which makes it more attractive. Best finance offers from jawa yezdi chandigarh, if you want a bobber style bike then this is the bike you should go for.
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                  himanshu on Jun 07, 2026
                  5.0
                  Jawa bobber 42
                  The attractive appearance. When I saw it first time, it became my favourite bike. It's floating single seat is amazing. It stands out with its unique and eye-catching bobber design. It offers a comfortable riding experience for both city roads and highways. The Jawa 42 Bobber offers a smooth ride, strong performance, comfortable ergonomics and confident handling. Its unique bobber styling, premium finish and great road presence make every ride enjoyable. I will highly recommend this bike for its style, design, smooth performance, ride comfortable and strong road presence. It will be my first recommendation for any one who want unique and attractive appearance.
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                  aadhithya on Jun 05, 2026
                  4.7
                  My riding experience
                  The biggest reason is its appearance. The floating single seat, wide rear tyre and minimalist design made it stand out. I loved the custom bike look straight from the factory. That made me choose this bike. As a solo rider, I find the seat comfortable for daily commute and short to medium highway trips although the suspension is a bit firm on rough roads. As for mileage, it is around 25 to 30 kmpl in normal riding. A solo rider would love this bike for various purposes such as everyday use or short commute or even long road trips in various terrain. The fuel to kilometre capacity is not a problem for me. Considering the current petrol crisis in India, this bike is quite manageable.
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                  osamu on May 27, 2026
                  4.0
                  The guy who loves solo traveling
                  My friend had this bike first so I tried it for few long trips and I fell in love with the performance and smoothness of this beauty. Its fuel cost is more but manageable. I usually prefer performance. Looks are also good. For comfort, its good but its better for solo travelling. I travel solo pretty often, so its a best choice for me. It performs well in hilly area which was truly unexpected for me. Sometimes, its just the heat problem, my leg got burned while riding, so better be careful about it. Well, if you prefer solo travelling or like normal travel then go for it. Its better for people who can handle heavier bikes and have experience. If you can manage the fuel costs in today's economy then go for it.
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                  mohit on Mar 26, 2026
                  5.0
                  A styling ride
                  This looks amazing its very comfortable i never see this type of bike in my entire life when i ride in this bike everyone one looked at me this looks very different from other bike its a feelings to ride jawa bobber. The engine delivers a smooth yet punchy performance at the same time this mileage is very nice compare to this level bikes the ride if jawa bobber 42 was so far as unique also and blended with styling performance. Yess absolutely recommend this bike because this is one of the most stylish and best performance bike i ever had I mostly have 3-4 bikes but when its time to choose of them then i choose this bike definitely.
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                  mrinmoy on May 01, 2026
                  4.3
                  Awesome Product by KTM, this time they understand the Indian market very well.
                  If you are buying this motorcycle directly and have not driven a 390cc before, then this 350cc engine will give you the best performance. All the features are the same. Only the engine has a little less power, but that 4-5 bhp is not noticeable. However, the torque is a little noticeable, but as I said, if you have not driven a 390, you will not be able to understand the difference.
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                  maaz on Apr 25, 2026
                  4.2
                  Power rocket
                  To be honest, I was confused between this and the the Triumph speed 400 but the 390 is just a different vibe. It's got an aggressive look that stands out in the college parking, plus in mumbai u need that instant power to gap vehicles. Nothing in this budget gives you this much performance , power , feel and technology its a beast!!.The acceleration is very unreal , but the enginge gets quite hot when you're stuck at a signal for too long. Suspension is a bit stiff, so you'll feel the mumbai potholes , but on highsway its very stable. Handling is very light yess but keep in mind its not a family bike. its for people who love speed and beginners pls stay away cuz power delivery is very sharppp. Best 400cc . Best for long rides and joyriding. Crazy beast for real
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                FAQs on Jawa 42 Bobber and KTM 390 Duke

                Q) Which bike is better Jawa 42 Bobber or KTM 390 Duke?

                A) As per our average user rating, Jawa 42 Bobber has a score of 4.5/5 while KTM 390 Duke has rate of 4.2 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Jawa 42 Bobber and KTM 390 Duke is cheaper?

                A) Jawa 42 Bobber price starts at Rs 2,04,950 & KTM 390 Duke price starts at Rs 2,84,116 in Delhi . Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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