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    Jawa 42 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200

    Should you buy Jawa 42 or Bajaj Pulsar NS200 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 price in is Rs 1,84,950 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 price in is Rs 1,35,730 (ex-showroom). The engine in the 42 makes 27.32 PS and 26.84 Nm. On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar NS200 stand at 24.5 PS and 18.74 Nm respectively. Jawa offers the 42 in 2 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 comes in 4 colours. Out of 940 user reviews, Pulsar NS200 scores 4.4 whereas the Jawa 42 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 131 user reviews..The Jawa 42 Mileage is around 33 kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Mileage is around 40.36 kmpl.

    42 vs Pulsar NS200

    Key Highlights42Pulsar NS200
    Mileage (Overall)33 kmpl40.36 kmpl
    Max Power27.32 PS24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
    Body TypeRoadster BikesSports Bikes
    Engine TypeSingle Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCLiquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine
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    Jawa 42 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Comparison

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          Jawa 42
          Jawa 42
            Rs1,84,950*
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                Bajaj Pulsar NS200
                Bajaj Pulsar NS200
                  Rs1,35,730*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,11,546* Onwards
                Rs.1,57,560* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                33 kmpl
                40.36 kmpl
                Max Power
                27.32 PS
                24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
                User Rating
                4.5
                Based on Jawa 42 Reviews
                4.4
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 5,797
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 4,548
                Get EMI offers
                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.11,800
                42 Insurance
                Rs.10,972
                Pulsar NS200 Insurance
                ColoursAll Star Black MatteView All ColoursCocktail Wine Red - WhiteGlossy Ebony BlackMetallic Pearl WhitePewter Grey BlueView All Colours
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
                Liquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine
                Displacement
                294.72 cc
                199.5 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
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Assist And Slipper Clutch
                Wet Multiplate
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                76 mm
                72 mm
                Stroke
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                65 mm
                49 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                11:1
                11+/-0.5:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                26.84 Nm
                18.74 Nm @ 8000 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
                -
                Bluetooth
                Navigation
                -
                Yes
                Call/SMS Alerts
                -
                Yes
                Roadside AssistanceYes
                -
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                -
                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
                Clock
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                Yes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                Yes
                Distance To Empty
                -
                Yes
                Features and Safety
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                -
                Digital
                Riding Modes
                -
                Rain,Road,Off-Road
                Real Time Mileage Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                33 kmpl
                40.36 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                130 kmph
                136 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12.5 L
                12 L
                Width
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                833 mm
                804 mm
                Length
                2071 mm
                2017 mm
                Height
                1065 mm
                1075 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                2.8 L
                2 L
                Ground Clearance
                165 mm
                168 mm
                Wheelbase
                1369 mm
                1363 mm
                Kerb Weight
                182 kg
                158 kg
                Seat height
                788 mm
                805 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running Lamps
                -
                Yes
                Projector Headlight
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                Yes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To Empty
                -
                Yes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                280 mm
                300 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                240 mm
                230 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                23 psi
                25 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                23 psi
                25 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                28 psi
                28 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                30 psi
                32 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Double Cradle
                Pressed Steel Perimeter Frame

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Jawa 42

                  • The engine has a strong mid range punch and that makes it quite exciting in the city
                  • Sporty handling makes it a lot of fun in the city and out on the highway
                  • The analogue console in the base and mid variants looks gorgeous and there’s nothing like it in this segment

                  Bajaj Pulsar NS200

                  • Offers great performance and quick acceleration
                  • Now comes with a lot of new features like smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation
                  • The new headlight design gives the bike a premium look
                • Jawa 42

                  • Owners have often reported rusting, paint peeling and parts loosening out over a period of time even with the new Jawas
                  • Spoke wheels in the base variant look gorgeous but have tube tyres, which could make dealing with punctures quite a hassle

                  Bajaj Pulsar NS200

                  • The suspension setup is now a bit stiff and makes the rider feel most bumps and potholes
                  • The seat height is a bit too high and the wide seat makes the bike inaccessible to shorter riders
                  • Engine vibrations start creeping in at higher speeds and can be annoying

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • 42
                • Pulsar NS200
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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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                  jnanashree on Jan 21, 2026
                  4.3
                  My Two wheeler
                  Feels like a car in long rides. Mileage is around 30 in long rides. Power is awesome but not like sports bike. I have enjoyed the ride for more than 2 years. Its heavy, stable, very comfortable in long rides. My first bike and a powerful one. This bike attracts people. People will stop by and ask how much does it cost.
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                • Jawa 42 Reviews
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                  akash on Jul 16, 2026
                  5.0
                  best is the class
                  just go for it this bike doesn't have any compitition, the 200cc felt amazing and the look's are great, mileage and all led setup is good for night ride, also you can ride it in city and highways, you not gonna feel bored and in this price range, you're not gonna get anything better believe me, I have ridden alot of bike but the ns 200 one of is kind.
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                  gitesh on Mar 03, 2026
                  4.7
                  the best ever
                  The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is one of India’s most popular 200 cc streetfighter motorcycles, known for its powerful engine and sporty character. It’s powered by a 199.5 cc, liquid-cooled, 4-valve DTS-i engine that makes around 24.1–24.5 PS of power and ~18.7 Nm of torque, paired with a smooth 6-speed gearbox that delivers strong acceleration and a top speed near 140 km/h, making it fun for both city rides and highway cruising.
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                  amey on Feb 09, 2026
                  4.2
                  The underrated gem
                  The first gen 200ns was the bike I fell in love with back then, so I always wanted one and hence got the current version of the bike. Apart from that the character of the engine and mainly the muscular timeless design and the sound...! The ride until now has been pretty pretty good, Yes there are some nacks here n there in terms of the build quality, fit n finish and some minor vibration aroun fron visor and rear seat, But the bike feels soo much emgaging to ride, everytime I'm on the bike it wants me to rev the engine all the way, and I find myself smiling inside my helmet. the major chunk of power comes above 6k rpm and that's where all the fun starts. All though the engine is much much more refined than the original 200ns but still you can feel that aggresive character in it. I feel the braking could have been better specially the organic brake pads, I think bybre was much better. And the abs kicks in a bit sooner than needed. In terms of handling this bike is such a gem, with the new usd forks its better than ever, the bike feels so like yet so stable on highways and once you get it into corners, then you can actually unleash the full potential of this machine, the chassis and dynamics are so good, the bike just flows into corners, I think bajaj can do better job for tyres as well, the bike demands 110 and 140 sections. But Bajaj being Bajaj, they had to do cost cutting so. Overal I'd say an amazing experience so far not a single moment of regret. All I have is satisfaction and the urge to get on my bike again and go out for a spin...! Okay so if you're someone who is very much into techy features and all those stuff then you should stay away, there are many other competitors who are much better. But i think that's not the purpose of this bike. This machine is for someone who just wants to have fun every time they get on the bike, someone who want to feel that rush and adrenaline surge into your veins everytime you ride the bike, someone who wants to lean how to ride fast the right way, someone who cares more about the engaging riding feel and experience rather than spec sheets filled with all the tech gizmos... You should definitely go and have a proper ride on this bike to fell all that beforehand atleast once..!
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                  anuj on Jan 19, 2026
                  4.0
                  It’s very good bike in 65000.
                  It’s very good bike in absolute condition ready to ride it’s very comfortable and good bike for long routes and rides it would be good choice for you If you want the sports bike under 200cc it’s abosolute best to ride and ready to rock on the streets for riding very low maintenance sports bike value for money.
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                  durga on Nov 30, 2025
                  5.0
                  NH 200 best bike
                  I choose the Bajaj pulsar ns200 for its combination of strong performance aggressive styling and excellent value for money within the 200cc segment. It is a popular choice for riders looking for a good performance machine in a budget. The Bajaj pulsar ns200 generally offers a fun and capable ride praised for its engine performance sporty handling and comfortable ergonomics for city and some longer rides. However some riders note that the engine can feel coarse with vibrations at higher RPM and the pillion seat is considered uncomfortable for long trips. The pulsar ns200 is worth considering if you prioritise strong performance and sharp handling at an affordable price making it a good option for city and occasional highway riding. However it may not be the best choice if you want modern features as it lacks some advance feature and has some drawbacks such as poor rear brake feel uncomfortable pillion seat and dated styling.
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                FAQs on Jawa 42 and Bajaj Pulsar NS200

                Q) Which bike is better Jawa 42 or Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

                A) As per our average user rating, Jawa 42 has a score of 4.5/5 while Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has rate of 4.4 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Jawa 42 and Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is cheaper?

                A) Jawa 42 price starts at Rs 1,84,950 & Bajaj Pulsar NS200 price starts at Rs 1,35,730 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is cheaper between these.
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