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Jawa 42 vs Bajaj Pulsar N250

Should you buy Jawa 42 or Bajaj Pulsar N250 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 Delhi is Rs 198142 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar N250 price in Delhi is Rs 149978 (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 N250 stand at 24.5 PS and 21.5 Nm respectively. Jawa offers the 42 in 8 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar N250 comes in 3 colours. Out of 130 user reviews, Pulsar N250 scores 4.1 whereas the Jawa 42 tallies 4.2 out of 5 based on 20 user reviews..

42 vs Pulsar N250

Key Highlights42Pulsar N250
Mileage (Overall)33 kmpl-
Max Power27.32 PS24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm
Body TypeCruiser BikesSports Bikes
Engine TypeSingle Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCSingle cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Oil cooled, FI
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Jawa 42 vs Bajaj Pulsar N250 Comparison

*Ex-showroom price in Delhi

Basic Information

On-Road PriceRs.2.30 Lakh onwards
Rs.1.74 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)33 kmpl
-
Max Power27.32 PS
24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm
User Rating
4.2
Based on 20 Reviews
4.1
Based on 130 Reviews
Body TypeCruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
EMI Starts₹ 6,296Get EMI offers
Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
₹ 5,048Get EMI offers
Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
InsuranceRs.12,873
42 Insurance

Rs.11,226
Pulsar N250 Insurance

Colours
All star Black
Orion Red
Orion Red
Sirius White
Sirius White
+-4 More
Glossy Racing Red
Brooklyn Black
Pearl Metallic White
Brochure
Brochure not available

Engine and Transmission

Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Oil cooled, FI
Displacement293 cc
249.07 cc
No. of Cylinders
1
-
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
-
Valve Per Cylinder
4
-
Fuel SupplyFuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Clutch
-
Slipper Clutch
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed Constant mesh
Bore
76 mm
-
Stroke
65 mm
-
Compression Ratio
11:1
-
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Max Torque
26.84 Nm
21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only

Features

Instrument Console
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity-
Bluetooth
Navigation-
Yes
Call/SMS Alerts-
Yes
USB Charging PortNoYes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Techometer-
Digital
Tripmeter
-
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Additional Features Of Variant
Twin Exhaust
Gear indicator, Turn by turn navigation, DTE, Reverse Monochrome
Seat TypeSingle
Split
Clock-
Yes
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
Average Fuel economy Indicator-
Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator-
Yes

Features and Safety

Switchable ABS-
Yes
Service Due Indicator-
Yes
Fuel Gauge-
Digital
Riding Modes-
Rain,Road,Off-Road
Traction Control-
Yes
Additional Features
Twin Exhaust
Gear indicator, Turn by turn navigation, DTE, Reverse Monochrome

Mileage and Performance

Overall Mileage33 kmpl
-

Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity14 L
14 L
Saddle Height
765 mm
928 mm
Ground Clearance-
165 mm
Wheelbase1369 mm
1342 mm
Kerb Weight172 kg
164 kg

Electricals

HeadlightHalogen
LED
Tail LightBulb
LED
Turn Signal LampBulb
LED
DRLs-
Yes
Low Fuel IndicatorNoNo
Distance to Empty Indicator-
Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator-
Yes

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter
280 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
280 mm
230 mm

Underpinnings

FrameDouble Cradle
-

Pros and Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Jawa 42

    • Motor feels a lot more usable, with the torque spread evenly across the rev range. This helps in riding at moderate speeds at a gear higher, which wasn’t possible earlier
    • Improved overall quality, with good attention-to-detail elements like logo on the rim stickers
    • Is one of the lightest in segment, so moving around in traffic of tight parking spaces is easy

    Bajaj Pulsar N250

    • Comfortable ride quality
    • Refined engine with a lot of torque, making city rides effortless
    • Low seat height makes it accessible for shorter riders
    • ABS modes and traction control make the bike quite feature rich

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*Ex-showroom price in Delhi

User Reviews of Comparison

  • 42
  • Pulsar N250
  • Totally Worth It

    I’ve been using this beast since 2020 and it is totally worth it I haven’t spent much on it just one service per.....Read More

    By prashant
    On: Apr 18, 2024 | 262 Views
  • Java 42 Bikes Excellence In Reliability.

    Java 42 bikes epitomize excellence in cycling. Crafted with precision engineering and cutting-edge technology, Java.....Read More

    By samman saini
    On: Mar 27, 2024 | 250 Views
  • Best Performance

    The Jawa 42 is a fantastic bike with impressive mileage, comfort, and excellent pickup. I love it and highly recommend.....Read More

    By faizan
    On: Feb 26, 2024 | 513 Views
  • Amazing BikeIt's a good-looking bike with amazing engine power. It also looks comfortable.

    The bike appears to be visually appealing and has an impressive engine power. Additionally, it seems to offer a.....Read More

    By manjot singh
    On: Feb 18, 2024 | 313 Views
  • Great Bike

    This bike is excellent with impressive mileage, making it exceptionally well-suited for long journeys. Its comfort and.....Read More

    By suraj yadav
    On: Jan 12, 2024 | 733 Views
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