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    Jawa 42 vs Ultraviolette Shockwave

    Should you buy Jawa 42 or Ultraviolette Shockwave 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 Ultraviolette Shockwave price in is Rs 1,75,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the 42 makes 27.32 PS and 26.84 Nm. Jawa offers the 42 in 2 colours whereas the Ultraviolette Shockwave comes in 2 colours. Out of 4 user reviews, Shockwave scores 4.6 whereas the Jawa 42 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 131 user reviews..

    42 vs Shockwave

    Key Highlights42Shockwave
    Mileage (Overall)33 kmplNot Applicable
    Max Power27.32 PS-
    Body TypeRoadster BikesElectric Bikes
    Motor PowerNot Applicable10.81 kW
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    Jawa 42 vs Ultraviolette Shockwave Comparison

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          Jawa 42
          Jawa 42
            Rs1,84,950*
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                Ultraviolette Shockwave
                Ultraviolette Shockwave
                  Rs1,75,000*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,11,546* Onwards
                Rs.1,84,383* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                33 kmpl
                Not Applicable
                Max Power
                27.32 PS
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                User Rating
                4.5
                Based on Jawa 42 Reviews
                4.6
                Based on Ultraviolette Shockwave Reviews
                Body Type
                Roadster Bikes
                Electric Bikes
                Motor Power
                Not Applicable
                10.81 kW
                Motor Type
                Not Applicable
                Magnet Synchronous Motor
                Charging Time
                Not Applicable
                -
                Range
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                165 km/charge
                EMI Starts₹ 5,797
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                		₹ 5,345
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.11,800
                42 Insurance
                Rs.9,383
                Shockwave Insurance
                ColoursAll Star Black MatteCosmic BlackFrost White
                Brochure
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                Engine and Transmission
                Motor Power
                Not Applicable
                10.81 kW
                Range (Mode 1)
                Not Applicable
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                Range (Mode 2)
                Not Applicable
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                Range (Mode 3)
                Not Applicable
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                Engine Type
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                Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
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                Displacement
                294.72 cc
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                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
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                Cooling System
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                Liquid Cooled
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                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
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                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Not Applicable
                Clutch
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                Assist And Slipper Clutch
                Not Applicable
                Ignition
                -
                Not Applicable
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
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                Bore
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                76 mm
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                Stroke
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                65 mm
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                Compression Ratio
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                11:1
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                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
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                No. Of Batteries
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                1
                Max Torque
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                26.84 Nm
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                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
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                Features
                Cruise Control
                Not Applicable
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                External Speakers
                Not Applicable
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                Charger Output
                Not Applicable
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                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
                Regenerative Braking
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                		Yes
                Roadside AssistanceYes
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                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
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                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                		Yes
                Rear Footpegs
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                		Yes
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                Features and Safety
                Charging Point
                Not Applicable
                -
                Fast Charging
                Not Applicable
                		Yes
                Operating System
                Not Applicable
                -
                Fast Charging Time
                Not Applicable
                -
                Processor
                Not Applicable
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                Mobile Application
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                		Yes
                Service Due IndicatorYes
                -
                Traction Control
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                		Yes
                EBS
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                		Yes
                Additional Features/Information
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                Ghost Mode
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                Performance
                City Mileage (Tested)
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                Not Applicable
                Highway Mileage (Tested)
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                Not Applicable
                Overall Mileage
                33 kmpl
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                Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
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                Not Applicable
                Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
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                Not Applicable
                Claimed Top Speed
                130 kmph
                120 km/Hr
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                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12.5 L
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                Width
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                833 mm
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                Length
                2071 mm
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                Height
                1065 mm
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                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                2.8 L
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                Ground Clearance
                165 mm
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                Wheelbase
                1369 mm
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                Kerb Weight
                182 kg
                120 kg
                Seat height
                788 mm
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesNo
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                280 mm
                270 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                240 mm
                220 mm
                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)
                30 psi
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                Battery, Motor and Charging
                Motor Type
                Not Applicable
                Magnet Synchronous Motor
                Battery Capacity
                Not Applicable
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                Reverse Assist
                Not Applicable
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                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Double Cradle
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                Pros & Cons

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                • 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

                  Ultraviolette Shockwave

                  • Good specs on paper
                  • Vertical TFT console with Bluetooth & e-SIM smartphone connectivity
                  • Long travel suspension setup with 200mm front and 180mm rear travel

                • 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

                  Ultraviolette Shockwave

                  • Introductory pricing is limited

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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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                  2 6
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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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                  soumya on Mar 01, 2026
                  5.0
                  A perfect combination of speed and distance.....
                  Nothing special only for looks. This bikes comes in a decent adventures looks which attracted my for have a test drive and after the ride I was sure that I should go for this bike. Because it fulfilled my needs. I made a ride 164 km that is the widest rage I ran this bike and if you ask the experience is quite good and decent. In shorts I love this bike speed because even in high air flow area this bike stands with smooth bike. I am recommending this bike because this bike easy to handle and performs really good and also gives a smooth experience. For a rider this is necessary that bike should give a smooth texture and no pain while riding. And this comes under all my expertise. So that's it.
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                  ojasvi on Sep 12, 2025
                  4.0
                  Not too exciting bit no complains
                  It was easy and good so far I am satisfied sometimes I am just worried if something gets wrong while i am riding in between cities what will happen as ultraviolet service centers are not every where and no one touches electric bikes and will ultraviolet provide on road assistance. Apart from that so far I have had no complaints.
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                  harmandeep on Aug 22, 2025
                  4.5
                  Value and specifications
                  Superb bike with a great value brings top speed of 120km/h with it. Worth to buy. It is a good choice in mountain bikes but the thing is charging in remote areas. But according to price and specifications it fits its standards. Most of the rally bikes are expensive and have less mileage. I am gonna buy this!
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                  sujalchawda on Aug 10, 2025
                  4.8
                  Aura the bike.
                  Its totally awesome and gives luxury vibes and whenever i ride it i feel like all eyes are on me infact on my shockwave. Definitely worth buying and worth spending every single rupee on it. Safety is 10/10 and the experience is totally unbelievable plus the black colour makes it look more premium i'm so happy
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                FAQs on Jawa 42 and Ultraviolette Shockwave

                Q) Which bike is better Jawa 42 or Ultraviolette Shockwave?

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

                Q) Which bike among Jawa 42 and Ultraviolette Shockwave is cheaper?

                A) Jawa 42 price starts at Rs 1,84,950 & Ultraviolette Shockwave price starts at Rs 1,75,000 in Delhi . Ultraviolette Shockwave is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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