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    Jawa 42 vs Yamaha R15S

    Should you buy Jawa 42 or Yamaha R15S 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 1,84,942 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Yamaha R15S price in is Rs 1,59,170 (ex-showroom). The engine in the 42 makes 27.2 PS and 26.3 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R15S stand at 18.4 PS and 14.2 Nm respectively. Jawa offers the 42 in 5 colours whereas the Yamaha R15S comes in 3 colours. Out of 1184 user reviews, R15S scores 4.4 whereas the Jawa 42 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 132 user reviews..The Jawa 42 Mileage is around 33 kmpl, while the Yamaha R15S Mileage is around 40 kmpl.
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          Jawa 42
          Jawa 42
            Rs1,84,942*
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                Yamaha R15S
                Yamaha R15S
                  Rs1,59,170*
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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.2,11,935* Onwards
                      Rs.1,83,270* Onwards
                      Rs.1,90,384* Onwards
                      Mileage (Overall)
                      33 kmpl
                      40 kmpl
                      37 kmpl
                      Max Power
                      27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm
                      18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
                      20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm
                      User Rating
                      4.5
                      Based on Jawa 42 Reviews
                      4.4
                      Based on Yamaha R15S Reviews
                      4.5
                      Based on Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Reviews
                      Body Type
                      Roadster Bikes
                      EMI Starts₹ 5,809
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                      Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                      ₹ 5,310
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                      Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                      ₹ 5,506
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                      Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                      Insurance
                      Rs.10,523
                      42 Insurance
                      Rs.11,367
                      R15S Insurance
                      Rs.11,476
                      Bullet 350 Insurance
                      ColoursAll Stars IvoryMatte BlackRacing BlueNew Matte BlackMilitary Black
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                      Engine and Transmission
                      Engine Type
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                      Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
                      Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
                      Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-oil Cooled
                      Displacement
                      294.72 cc
                      155 cc
                      349 cc
                      Number Of Cylinders
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                      1
                      1
                      1
                      Cooling System
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                      Liquid Cooled
                      Liquid Cooled
                      Air & Oil Cooled
                      Valves (per cylinder)
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                      4
                      4
                      2
                      Supply System
                      Electronic Injection
                      Fuel Injection
                      Electronic Injection
                      Clutch
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                      Assist And Slipper Clutch
                      Wet, Multiple Disc
                      Wet, Multi Plate
                      Ignition
                      -
                      TCI (Transistor controlled ignition)
                      Electronic Fuel Injection
                      Gearbox
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                      6 Speed
                      6 Speed
                      5 Speed
                      Bore
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                      76 mm
                      58 mm
                      72 mm
                      Stroke
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                      65 mm
                      58.7 mm
                      85.8 mm
                      Compression Ratio
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                      11:1
                      11.6:1
                      9.5:1
                      Emission Norm Compliance
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                      bs6.2
                      bs6.2
                      bs6.2
                      Max Torque
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                      26.3 Nm @ 5800 rpm
                      14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
                      27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
                      Starting System
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                      Self Start Only
                      Self Start Only
                      Self Start Only
                      Features
                      USB Charging Port
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                      -
                      Yes
                      Instrument Console Type
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                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Analogue and Digital
                      Roadside AssistanceYes
                      -
                      Yes
                      Speedometer
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                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Analogue
                      Tachometer
                      -
                      Digital
                      -
                      Tripmeter
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                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Odometer
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                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Seat Type
                      Single
                      Single
                      Single
                      Body Graphics
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                      -
                      Yes
                      -
                      Clock
                      -
                      YesYes
                      Rear Footpegs
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                      YesYesYes
                      Average Fuel Economy Indicator
                      -
                      Yes
                      -
                      Features and Safety
                      Braking Type
                      Anti-lock Braking System
                      -
                      -
                      Service Due IndicatorYes
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                      Yes
                      Fuel Gauge
                      -
                      Digital
                      Digital
                      Additional Features/Information
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                      Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
                      ECO Mode
                      Real Time Mileage Indicator
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                      Yes
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                      Performance
                      Overall Mileage
                      33 kmpl
                      40 kmpl
                      37 kmpl
                      Claimed Top Speed
                      130 kmph
                      144 kmph
                      110 kmph
                      Dimensions and Capacity
                      Fuel Tank Capacity
                      13.2 L
                      11 L
                      13 L
                      Width
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                      833 mm
                      725 mm
                      785 mm
                      Length
                      2071 mm
                      1990 mm
                      2110 mm
                      Height
                      1065 mm
                      1135 mm
                      1125 mm
                      Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                      2.8 L
                      2.2 L
                      2 L
                      Ground Clearance
                      173 mm
                      170 mm
                      160 mm
                      Wheelbase
                      1369 mm
                      1325 mm
                      1390 mm
                      Kerb Weight
                      175 kg
                      142 kg
                      195 kg
                      Gross Weight
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                      -
                      375 kg
                      Seat height
                      795 mm
                      815 mm
                      805 mm
                      Electricals
                      Headlight
                      LED
                      LED
                      Halogen
                      Taillight
                      LED
                      LED
                      Bulb
                      Indicators
                      LED
                      LED
                      Bulb
                      Daytime Running Lamps
                      -
                      Yes
                      -
                      Low Fuel IndicatorYesYesYes
                      Average Fuel Economy Indicator
                      -
                      Yes
                      -
                      Alternator
                      -
                      -
                      ACG
                      Tyres and Brakes
                      Front Brake Size
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                      280 mm
                      282 mm
                      300 mm
                      Rear Brake Size
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                      240 mm
                      220 mm
                      153 mm
                      Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                      23 psi
                      29 psi
                      32 psi
                      Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                      23 psi
                      29 psi
                      32 psi
                      Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                      28 psi
                      33 psi
                      32 psi
                      Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                      30 psi
                      33 psi
                      36 psi
                      Underpinnings
                      Frame
                      Double Cradle
                      Deltabox
                      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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                        mahesh on Aug 14, 2026
                        4.3
                        Over all good bike and also it's all versions
                        Riding quality is too good. Very huge and look is too brilliant. Just 155 cc but still beat any 200 cc bike. Engine is too reliable. Average is very good compare to other bikes. It gives me 40km per litre mileage and this is too good because it's a sports bike and still it give 40 kmpl mileage. I like it.
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                        venkat on Aug 09, 2026
                        5.0
                        A good sports bike
                        This bike is meant for our age group especially for age group between 18 to 25 years. Going for long drive on this bike will feel like participating in bike race as pick is so good and balance is also very good. Pick up of this bike is very good and you will not feel tired after having long drives. And balance of this bike is very phenomenal and due to which chances of skidding is very less even on slippery roads. Yes, I recommend this bike specially for youngsters who like to ride a racing bike. This has amazing pick up and drives smoothly even on mud and bumpy roads. Though the mileage is low and drives smoothly.
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                        mandaliya on May 31, 2026
                        4.5
                        Driven by single person only
                        Bike's performance is an excellent, powerful pickup, starts easily, one handed used only, driven 7700 km only within 3 and half years. Overall experience is memorable, sound is normal, highway experience is totally amazing, driving R15S vs other bikes is totally different, average can be maintained if we drive well.
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                        soham on May 17, 2026
                        4.5
                        The best bike of segment
                        Its a stylish bike. Very good looking and powerful with a muscular body and heavy duty. I love the bike since beginning, my dream bike and very solid bike. Better in every aspect in mileage, great in looks and performance. It's very sharp looking and comfortable for long rides also a good mileage provider, good acceleration and pickup, fast, smooth, tension free riding and less maintenance bike for sure. In this price range, it's the best. The best bike. I would definitely recommend to young guys, not for old grandpa's, it gonna make you feel royal and elegant, very strong presence and that's why I am recommending this bike to all of my friends.
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                        ankith on Mar 23, 2026
                        3.8
                        Pocket rocket
                        The only bike in the segment which provides you punchy power and aggressive position it may have some cons still who are above 5.5 height can ride this rocket comfortable. Personally I love riding sports bike and this is seriously a legendary one in the segment also from 200cc segment. I reached upto 153 of speed on a highway which is so much within a 155cc segment. End of the day its very sexy for enthusiasts who prioritise power over features. So good i mean its powerful but not that torquey its so light weight and too much powerful no braking issues for me personally and mileage i got is around 42 to 45 in city and around 50 on highways too good for college students but you get back pains and spine problems not suitable for long rides good for flicking in traffic. Yes i do, The things you have to consider while buying this is its power packed for a beginner its good for track not suitable for long rides and also you have to be confident while driving this when VVA kicks in you just fly.
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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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