Bajaj Avenger Street 160 vs Jawa 42

Should you buy Bajaj Avenger Street 160 or Jawa 42 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Avenger Street 160 price in Delhi is Rs 117702 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 price in Delhi is Rs 198142 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Avenger Street 160 makes 15 PS and 13.7 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of 42 stand at 27.32 PS and 26.84 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Avenger Street 160 in 2 colours whereas the Jawa 42 comes in 8 colours. Out of 21 user reviews, 42 scores 4.2 whereas the Bajaj Avenger Street 160 tallies 4.1 out of 5 based on 187 user reviews..TheBajaj Avenger Street 160 Mileage is around 47.2 kmpl, while the Jawa 42 Mileage is around 33 kmpl.

Avenger Street 160 vs 42

Key Highlights	Avenger Street 160	42
Mileage (City)	47.2 kmpl	33 kmpl
Max Power	15 PS @ 8500 rpm	27.32 PS
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
Engine Type	Single cylinder, Twin Spark DTS-i , Fuel Injected, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Air cooled	Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC

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Basic Information	Bajaj Avenger Street 160	Jawa 42
On-Road Price	Rs.1.38 Lakh onwards	Rs.2.30 Lakh onwards
Mileage (City)	47.2 kmpl	33 kmpl
Max Power	15 PS @ 8500 rpm	27.32 PS
User Rating	4.1 Based on 187 Reviews	4.2 Based on 21 Reviews
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 3,977 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 6,296 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.10,669 Avenger Street 160 Insurance	Rs.12,873 42 Insurance
Colours	Ebony BlackSpicy Red	All star BlackOrion RedOrion RedSirius WhiteSirius WhiteCosmic Carbon+1 More
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Basic Information

Bajaj Avenger Street 160

Jawa 42

On-Road Price

Rs.1.38 Lakh onwards

Rs.2.30 Lakh onwards

Mileage (City)

47.2 kmpl

33 kmpl

Max Power

15 PS @ 8500 rpm

27.32 PS

User Rating

4.1

Based on 187 Reviews

4.2

Based on 21 Reviews

Body Type

Cruiser Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 3,977

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 6,296

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.10,669
Avenger Street 160 Insurance

Rs.12,873
42 Insurance

Colours

Ebony BlackSpicy Red

All star BlackOrion RedOrion RedSirius WhiteSirius White+1 More

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.	Single cylinder, Twin Spark DTS-i , Fuel Injected, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Air cooled	Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Displacement	160 cc	293 cc
No. of Cylinders Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.	1	1
Cooling System Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder Refers to the number of intake and exhaust valves present in each cylinder. Most modern petrol bike engines have two or four valves per cylinder.	2	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Gear Box Indicates the arrangement of gears that transmit power from the engine to the wheels, allowing the rider to adjust speed and torque.	5 Speed	6 Speed
Bore These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	58 mm	76 mm
Stroke These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	60.7 mm	65 mm
Compression Ratio Reflects the ratio of the maximum volume in the cylinder (when the piston is at the bottom) to the minimum volume (when the piston is at the top) during the engine cycle. Higher compression ratios generally lead to more efficient combustion.	-	11:1
Emission Type Specifies the level of emissions produced by the bike, conforming to regulatory standards. Petrol bikes typically adhere to norms like Euro or BS (Bharat Stage) emissions standards.	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque Represents the highest rotational force output by the engine, usually measured in Newton-meters (Nm) or pound-feet (lb-ft). It indicates the engine's pulling power.	13.7 Nm @ 7000 rpm	26.84 Nm
Starting Describes how the engine is initiated. Most petrol bikes use electric starters, kick starters, or both, to commence engine operation.	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.

Single cylinder, Twin Spark DTS-i , Fuel Injected, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Air cooled

Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC

Displacement

160 cc

293 cc

No. of Cylinders

Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.

Cooling System

Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.

Air Cooled

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.	Digital	Analogue and Digital
USB Charging Port	No	No
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2ZZJq5skTQ	Digital	Analogue
Techometer	Digital	-
Tripmeter Tracks the distance traveled during a specific journey or trip, enabling riders to monitor their mileage for individual rides.	Digital	-
Odometer Shows the total distance covered by the bike since its inception, providing a comprehensive record of its usage	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	-	Twin Exhaust
Seat Type	Split	Single
Handle Type	Street Control	-
Body Graphics Refers to the decorative decals or paint schemes on the bike's bodywork, enhancing its visual appeal.	Yes	-
Clock	Yes	-
Passenger Backrest	Sporty	-
Stepup Seat	Yes	-
Passenger Footrest Provides a designated area for the pillion passenger to rest their feet comfortably during rides.	Yes	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.

Digital

Analogue and Digital

USB Charging Port

Speedometer

Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2ZZJq5skTQ

Digital

Analogue

Techometer

Digital

Features and Safety
Fuel Gauge	Digital	-
Additional Features This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	-	Twin Exhaust

Features and Safety

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Additional Features

This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.

Twin Exhaust

Mileage and Performance
City Mileage	47.2 kmpl	-
Highway Mileage	50.77 kmpl	-
Overall Mileage	-	33 kmpl

Mileage and Performance

City Mileage

47.2 kmpl

Highway Mileage

50.77 kmpl

Overall Mileage

33 kmpl

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	13 L	14 L
Width These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.	806 mm	-
Length	2210 mm	-
Height	1070 mm	-
Fuel Reserve	3.8 L	-
Saddle Height Indicates the distance from the ground to the top surface of the bike's seat, influencing rider comfort and accessibility, especially for shorter or taller individuals.	737 mm	765 mm
Ground Clearance	169 mm	-
Wheelbase	1490 mm	1369 mm
Kerb Weight	156 kg	172 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

13 L

14 L

Width

These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.

806 mm

Length

2210 mm

Height

1070 mm

Electricals
Headlight	Halogen	Halogen
Tail Light	LED	Bulb
Turn Signal Lamp	Bulb	Bulb
DRLs	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	No	No
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Electricals

Headlight

Halogen

Tail Light

LED

Bulb

Turn Signal Lamp

Bulb

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.	280 mm	280 mm
Rear Brake Diameter Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.	130 mm	280 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.

280 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.

130 mm

280 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Diamond	Double Cradle

Underpinnings

Frame

Diamond

Double Cradle

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