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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 2,08,942 (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM 390 Duke price in is Rs 2,84,116 (ex-showroom). The engine in the 42 Bobber makes 29.9 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 4 user reviews, 390 Duke scores 4.2 whereas the Jawa 42 Bobber tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 176 user reviews..

    42 Bobber vs 390 Duke

    Key Highlights42 Bobber390 Duke
    Mileage --
    Max Power29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm41.5 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
            Rs2,08,942*
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                KTM 390 Duke
                KTM 390 Duke
                  Rs2,84,116*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,37,861* Onwards
                Rs.3,20,313* Onwards
                Mileage
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                Max Power
                29.9 PS @ 7500 rpm
                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
                EMI Starts₹ 6,506
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 9,262
                Get EMI offers
                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.12,204
                42 Bobber Insurance
                Rs.13,468
                390 Duke Insurance
                ColoursAll Stars Mystic CopperLiquid CarbonAtlantic BlueGun Metal Grey
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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
                -
                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 @ 5500 rpm
                33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                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
                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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                Adjustable Handlebar Adjustable Seat
                Cornering ABS, SuperMoto ABS, Track Screen, Ride-by-Wire
                Real Time Mileage Indicator
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                Yes
                Performance
                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
                145 mm
                183 mm
                Wheelbase
                1485 mm
                1354 mm
                Kerb Weight
                177 kg
                168.3 kg
                Seat height
                740 mm
                800 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Alternator
                -
                Yes
                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

                • Pros
                • 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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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • 42 Bobber
                • 390 Duke
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                  adhirajsinh on Sep 06, 2026
                  4.5
                  My review of jawa 42 bobber
                  The looks of the bike is absolutely fenomenal the bike is extremely unique because no brand offers a proper bobber bike for such affordable price only few bobber bikes are available in india for ex indian bobber or triumph bonnevile bobber and this jawa 42 bobber this bike is almost amazing to ride and it brings pure joy and fun fully value for money. Extremely good. i have ridden many types of bikes from many different brands but this is absolutely beautiful to ride, the performance is absolutely good although i have few minor issues like heating issue. oh man please i have special request to jawa that please do something about heating issue, the bike heats so much it is unbelievable, also sometimes just sometimes the front brakes make wierd noises and also i have another small issue which is rear brakes. rear brakes are very weak. i will always recommend to use front brakes because rear brakes are very weak of this bike so be careful with brakes, otherwise besides these minor issues the bike is absolutely perfect to ride and beautiful. I would definitely recommend this bike, why because this is bike that is only one and only in its segment, no brand i repeat no brand makes or offer affordable proper bobber motorcycle, some brand try to replicate like royal enfield but this outclass classic 350 very easily, the price is extremely affordable for such a bike.
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                  asanjay on Aug 11, 2026
                  4.8
                  amazing ride with the jawa bobber 42
                  I choose the jawa boober because of its unique bobber style design powerful performance, comfortable riding experience and premium look. It stand out from other bikes and gives me perfect combination of style character and riding enjoyment. The ride has been smooth comfortable and enjoyable so far bobber has good power, confident handling and a great road presence making every ride feel special. the engine performance is satisfying for both city rides and highway cruising. Yes, i would definitely recommend the jawa bobber 42. It offers an stylish and unique design a comfortable. its a great choice for someone looking for a bike that stands out from crowd excellent road grip.
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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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                  mohd on Aug 25, 2026
                  4.0
                  dream of life
                  Performance and features of this bike is amazing and it is the best bike I have ever drive. It show us what real raw power is and it was always my dream to buy this bike and now I purchased it and this bike also have a large no of features. Lovely, I use my bike for daily life and till now it have been 6 months I bought it and it don't have any problem like no mechanical issue and also thank to ktm because they provide best service. I love it. Yes, I recommend this bike to others because I can surely say that it is a perfect daily use bike which provides you pure raw power and good features in a good affordable price, so buy this bike as fast as you can.
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                  anshuman on Aug 25, 2026
                  4.5
                  Best bike ever ktm made.
                  Best bike for those who want performance and electronics or i can say that perfect combination of power and safety. But yeah not for beginners who have never driven 300 or 300+ cc bikes for them duke is definitely going to be a kill machine the performance and braking system is providing great performance, and it's just insane.
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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 2,08,942 & KTM 390 Duke price starts at Rs 2,84,116 in Delhi . Jawa 42 Bobber is cheaper between these.
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