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    Honda CB 500 vs Jawa 42

    Should you buy Honda CB 500 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. Honda CB 500 price in is Rs 2,80,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 price in is Rs 1,84,950 (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the power and torque of 42 stand at 27.32 PS and 26.84 Nm respectively. whereas the Jawa 42 comes in 2 colours. Out of 132 user reviews, 42 scores 4.5 .
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    Honda CB 500 vs Jawa 42 Comparison

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          Honda CB 500
          Honda CB 500
            Rs2,80,000*
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                Jawa 42
                Jawa 42
                  Rs1,84,950*
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                      Royal Enfield Bullet 350
                      Royal Enfield Bullet 350
                        Rs1,65,656*
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                      Basic Information
                      On-Road Price
                      Rs.2,80,000* Onwards
                      Rs.2,11,546* Onwards
                      Rs.1,90,384* Onwards
                      Mileage
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                      33 kmpl
                      37 kmpl
                      Max Power
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                      27.32 PS
                      20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm
                      User Rating-
                      4.5
                      Based on Jawa 42 Reviews
                      4.5
                      Based on Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Reviews
                      Body Type
                      Roadster Bikes
                      Roadster Bikes
                      EMI Starts₹ 8,096
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                      Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                      ₹ 5,797
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                      Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                      ₹ 5,506
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                      Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                      Insurance
                      Rs.11,800
                      42 Insurance
                      Rs.11,476
                      Bullet 350 Insurance
                      Colours-All Star Black MatteMilitary Black
                      Brochure
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                      Engine and Transmission
                      Engine Type
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                      Single-cylinder air-cooled with Oil cooled engine
                      Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
                      Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-oil Cooled
                      Displacement
                      501 cc
                      294.72 cc
                      349 cc
                      Number Of Cylinders
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                      1
                      1
                      1
                      Cooling System
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                      Air & Oil Cooled
                      Liquid Cooled
                      Air & Oil Cooled
                      Valves (per cylinder)
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                      4
                      2
                      Supply System
                      Fuel Injection
                      Fuel Injection
                      Electronic Injection
                      Clutch
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                      Assist And Slipper Clutch
                      Wet, Multi Plate
                      Ignition
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                      -
                      Electronic Fuel Injection
                      Gearbox
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                      6 Speed
                      5 Speed
                      Bore
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                      76 mm
                      72 mm
                      Stroke
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                      65 mm
                      85.8 mm
                      Compression Ratio
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                      11:1
                      9.5:1
                      Emission Norm Compliance
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                      bs6.2
                      bs6.2
                      bs6.2
                      Max Torque
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                      26.84 Nm
                      27 Nm @ 4000 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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                      Analogue and Digital
                      Digital
                      Analogue and Digital
                      Roadside Assistance
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                      YesYes
                      Speedometer
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                      Digital
                      Analogue
                      Tripmeter
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                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Odometer
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                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Seat Type
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                      Single
                      Single
                      Clock
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                      Yes
                      Rear Footpegs
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                      YesYes
                      Features and Safety
                      Service Due Indicator
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                      YesYes
                      Fuel Gauge
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                      -
                      Digital
                      Additional Features/Information
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                      Honda Selectable Torque
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                      ECO Mode
                      Performance
                      Overall Mileage
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                      33 kmpl
                      37 kmpl
                      Claimed Top Speed
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                      130 kmph
                      110 kmph
                      Dimensions and Capacity
                      Fuel Tank Capacity
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                      12.5 L
                      13 L
                      Width
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                      833 mm
                      785 mm
                      Length
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                      2071 mm
                      2110 mm
                      Height
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                      1065 mm
                      1125 mm
                      Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
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                      2.8 L
                      2 L
                      Ground Clearance
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                      165 mm
                      160 mm
                      Wheelbase
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                      1369 mm
                      1390 mm
                      Kerb Weight
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                      182 kg
                      195 kg
                      Gross Weight
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                      375 kg
                      Seat height
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                      788 mm
                      805 mm
                      Electricals
                      Headlight
                      LED
                      LED
                      Halogen
                      Taillight
                      LED
                      LED
                      Bulb
                      Indicators
                      LED
                      LED
                      Bulb
                      Low Fuel IndicatorNoYesYes
                      Alternator
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                      -
                      ACG
                      Tyres and Brakes
                      Front Brake Size
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                      280 mm
                      300 mm
                      Rear Brake Size
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                      240 mm
                      153 mm
                      Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                      23 psi
                      32 psi
                      Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                      23 psi
                      32 psi
                      Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                      28 psi
                      32 psi
                      Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                      30 psi
                      36 psi
                      Underpinnings
                      Frame
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                      Double Cradle
                      Twin Downtube Spine Frame

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                        rohan on Aug 26, 2026
                        4.3
                        Riding experience and Maintenance
                        The bike gives great performance and comfort for the long run, maintenance is little costly but the bike doesn't disappoint, ABS gives really good safety and bike due to its heavy weight remains stable on high speeds. Handling maneuvering is easy. It's easy to control, all the electricals work fine. Overall worth a buy.
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                        harshneet on Apr 09, 2026
                        4.5
                        Jawa 42 Scratch less. Excellent condition.
                        It is a great bike with comfort and riding pleasure. It gives good mileage. Totally satisfied with the bike. I am 42 years old and have done long rides on it with a maximum of 400 kms in 1 day. All the things in the bike are perfect, premium black matt colour, scratch less. Looks are fresher and very appealing.
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                        sarthak on Feb 09, 2026
                        3.8
                        jawa 42 the bike of my dream
                        Stylish look budget friendly, stylish look very nice to ride. Nice bike bahut acha bike hai, mere 3 generation ne use kiya hai bike bahut accha hai. Iska breaking system bhi bahut acha hai. All the best jawa. Comfort speed is good. This bike gives best mileage better than royal enfield bike, this bikes give you road presence so if you want good bike with road presence so you can go with jawa 42, it is good option for you. This bike goes with all type of generation, sab chala sakte hain isko papa bhi bachhe bhi, bahut accha bike hai agar aap bullet lene aa rahe ho toh maat lena uske badle yeh le lo. Sab ghum ghum ke dekhenge aapko apagr app bagal se jao ge toh.
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                        naman on Feb 09, 2026
                        4.7
                        Jawa 42: Retro Style, Modern Ride, Pure Dil Se Re
                        Maine Jawa 42 choose ki kyunki iska retro-modern look aur classic exhaust sound kaafi unique feel deta hai. Ride smooth aur comfortable hai, chahe city traffic ho ya highway. Engine performance strong hai aur bike ka style personality ko bhi highlight karta hai. Ride ab tak kaafi smooth aur enjoyable rahi hai. City traffic mein bike easy handle hoti hai, suspension comfortable lagta hai aur engine refined feel deta hai. Highway pe stability aur pickup dono confidence dete hain, overall ride ka experience satisfying hai. Yes, main is bike ko recommend zaroor karunga. Jawa 42 stylish look, comfortable ride aur balanced performance deti hai. Daily commute se leke weekend rides tak kaafi enjoyable experience milta hai. Value for money bhi acchi lagti hai.
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                        shreyas on Feb 05, 2026
                        4.5
                        It was a quite good Experience
                        The bike offers a great riding experience, it's comfortable to ride, and has good mileage. There's absolutely no wobbling on the highway, and its braking system is also very good. The bike is in excellent condition and has been properly serviced. In short, the bike is in top condition and has never been in an accident.
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                        sagar on Aug 03, 2026
                        4.7
                        experience of royal Enfield
                        I choose it because it offer's a perfect combination of style and comfort, performance, and reliability and the 349cc engine delivers smooth power and excellent riding, comforting it, suitable for city communting and long distance travel and it has modern features. I choose this motor cycle for comforts.
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                        orion on May 21, 2026
                        5.0
                        Royal Enfield
                        Good for city traffic and once the bike is ridden for 3/4 kms, its more smoother and with rising fuel price, the bike provides a very good mileage compared to its rivals and in long journeys Royal Enfield is much more reliable. This bike never disappoint. Very positive experience. I have been riding it in city traffic and compared to other bikes, this bikes is way more smoother and easy to handle. Good riding posture, good fuel economy, even long rides are fun to have in a Royal Enfield. The bike is reliable and good build quality, good to ride and every one who has ridden one has never regretted and this bikes are like u have one and u can ride them for years without any issues. Nice bike.
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                        nishant on May 02, 2026
                        5.0
                        Royal Feel with Bullet 350
                        Maine Royal Enfield Bullet 350 isliye choose ki kyunki mujhe hamesha se classic bikes pasand rahi hain aur Bullet ka look aur feel alag hi level ka hai. Iska design simple hone ke bawajood bhi kaafi royal aur premium lagta hai. Road par chalate waqt log automatically notice karte hain, jo ek alag hi confidence deta hai. Ab tak ka riding experience kaafi acha raha hai. Bullet 350 chalane ka feel alag hi hota hai, especially jab aap highway par ride karte ho. Engine ka power smooth hai aur bike stable rehti hai even high speed par bhi. Haan, main definitely Royal Enfield Bullet 350 recommend karunga, lekin yeh depend karta hai ki aap kis type ki riding pasand karte ho. Agar aapko classic look, strong road presence aur relaxed riding experience chahiye, to yeh bike perfect hai.
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                        venkatraman on Mar 27, 2026
                        4.7
                        I never dislike Royal Enfield bike
                        I would select a royal Enfield bike for my style and luxury life and like that sounds and performance chosen for long-distance comfort, while a more aggressive, aerodynamic, and stiff frame is chosen for racing The ride so far is a mix of learning building confidence and finding joy in the journey with many riders suggesting it takes about a month to get comfortable while some say it takes up to five years Key elements often include practicing low-speed maneuvers wearing proper gear and most importantly riding your own ride at a comfortable pace. Royal Enfield bikes are highly recommended for riders seeking a retro-styled comfortable and charismatic machine for cruising, commuting, or long-distance touring, particularly with the new 350cc J-series and 650cc twin-cylinder models.
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                        mohit on Feb 15, 2026
                        5.0
                        Great bike is standard 350
                        Highly praised for its iconic, timeless design, solid metal build quality, and superior comfort on long rides. Bullet my favourite bike, best bike 350 cc bike good looking sitting so comfortable pickup is so high and bike balance and stable super bike, braking is good royal bike in 350 segment, my love my bike.
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