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    Jawa 42 vs Bajaj Pulsar RS200

    Should you buy Jawa 42 or Bajaj Pulsar RS200 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 RS200 price in is Rs 1,76,499 (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 RS200 stand at 24.5 PS and 18.74 Nm respectively. Jawa offers the 42 in 2 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 comes in 3 colours. Out of 29 user reviews, Pulsar RS200 scores 4.6 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 RS200 Mileage is around 35 kmpl.

    42 vs Pulsar RS200

    Key Highlights42Pulsar RS200
    Mileage (Overall)33 kmpl35 kmpl
    Max Power27.32 PS24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
    Body TypeRoadster BikesSports Bikes
    Engine TypeSingle Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCLiquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
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    Jawa 42 vs Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Comparison

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          Jawa 42
          Jawa 42
            Rs1,84,950*
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                Bajaj Pulsar RS200
                Bajaj Pulsar RS200
                  Rs1,76,499*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,11,546* Onwards
                Rs.2,08,596* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                33 kmpl
                35 kmpl
                Max Power
                27.32 PS
                24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
                User Rating
                4.5
                Based on Jawa 42 Reviews
                4.6
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 5,797
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 6,027
                Get EMI offers
                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.11,800
                42 Insurance
                Rs.14,057
                Pulsar RS200 Insurance
                ColoursAll Star Black MatteView All ColoursBrooklyn BlackPearl Metallic White and Caribbean BlueRacing RedView All Colours
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                Brochure not available
                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
                Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI 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, A&S Clutch
                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
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                -
                Bluetooth
                Navigation
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                Yes
                Call/SMS Alerts
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                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
                Single
                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
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                Yes
                Features and Safety
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
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                Digital
                Riding Modes
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                Rain,Road,Off-Road
                Windscreen
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                Yes
                Additional Features/Information
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                Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
                Real Time Mileage Indicator
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                Yes
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                33 kmpl
                35 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                130 kmph
                141 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12.5 L
                13 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
                2.6 L
                Ground Clearance
                165 mm
                168 mm
                Wheelbase
                1369 mm
                1363 mm
                Kerb Weight
                182 kg
                159.5 kg
                Seat height
                788 mm
                810 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 beam section 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 RS200

                  • Gets a negative LCD console with smartphone connectivity
                  • Gets three new ride modes: Rain, Road and Off-road
                  • Impressive top end performance
                  • Improved fit and finish, with tactile switchgear and a slip and assist clutch
                • 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 RS200

                  • Design and engine haven’t been updated in nearly nine years
                  • Low-end and mid-range performance are not as strong
                  • Stock tyres aren’t the best

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                User Reviews of Comparison

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                • Pulsar RS200
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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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                  harsh on Jun 08, 2026
                  4.8
                  I’m loving it
                  Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is a great bike if you are looking for thrill and throttle. The performance is really good but the comfort is compromised due to the obvious nature of the bike. Stylish look and modern design makes the bike look adorable. I trust Bajaj and their Pulsar RS 200 also because the bike is fairly priced at around 1.7 lac.
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                  ojasvi on Mar 23, 2026
                  5.0
                  Gliding Beast
                  I passed my high school with good grades and i turned 18 as well, that is when it all started. A friend of mine recently bought a RS 200 which kind of attracted me. I drove it once and that was it when i realised that this is the bike, the perfect bike for me. See now it's been over 5 years since I've owned this machine. So far, so good. I've drove this bike more than 1 lakh kilometres and trust me, the punch is still there, pretty good mileage of 28-30 km, you would get service centers almost everywhere, the service and parts are affordable and easily accessible. Also the main part is the care and maintenance of the bike, and i still think the bike is absolutely perfect for the next upcoming 10 or maybe 20 years. See if you're someone who wants an all rounder bike, which the parents would also approve, this is the bike. It's a comfortable commuter, not only your ride is comfortable, the passenger, be it my mom, also sits comfortably on the bike. The riding posture and bike design is great, good for long trips and for the streets as well. It delivers great power while saving you thousands of rupees for petrol. Like 30kmps mostly at higher rpms, i can afford that. Say if you choose to drive at low rpms, you could literally cover 45-50 kmps, if you how to drive.
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                  mr on Dec 16, 2025
                  4.7
                  Bajaj Pulsar RS200
                  Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is really a good bike. It is a total valuable for money Best mileage around 30kpml. Or handling is very much easier while riding.look nice , headlight and back light is too attractive. It is an energetic bike. best bike in its segment. break system and top speed are too much good in compared to other 200 cc bike. I personally love this Bajaj pulsar rs200.
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                  subhash on Sep 30, 2025
                  4.8
                  Description of Pulsar RS200
                  Suspension is very good. And grip of bike is super . Back light design is amazing, Design of silencer is outstanding. Side light is so sexy. Handle of bike is very comfortable. Ground clearance is so good. Ride on this bike is superb and very comfortable. Bike is very cool for long tour. Mileage of this bike is 35 km per litre approx. Height of bike is average for short height people. Ride is very memorable. Yes I am recommended for this bike because power of bike is so good. Six gear stroke engine for powerful ride during sandy and Rocky road. Bike has ABS break system. This Breaking system is very good and its have grippy performance
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                  subhnkar on Aug 28, 2025
                  4.0
                  best bike rs 200
                  best mileage bike under 200 best look wise bike sport bike rs 200 too good and very stylish looking for our .So smooth sound and good quality this bike. The price is to much but for this performance wise this bike is normal .this is an energetic bike . The bike abs is so good and the bike front look is so beautiful.
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                FAQs on Jawa 42 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200

                Q) Which bike is better Jawa 42 or Bajaj Pulsar RS200?

                A) As per our average user rating, Jawa 42 has a score of 4.5/5 while Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has rate of 4.6 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Jawa 42 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is cheaper?

                A) Jawa 42 price starts at Rs 1,84,950 & Bajaj Pulsar RS200 price starts at Rs 1,76,499 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is cheaper between these.
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