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JAWA 42 Bobber vs KTM 250 Duke

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, JAWA 42 Bobber or KTM 250 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 42 Bobber and 250 Duke. JAWA 42 Bobber Price starts at Rs.2.13 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Mystic Copper and KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.39 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. JAWA 42 Bobber is 1 cylinder, 334 cc Engine can generate 29.51 bhp power whereas KTM 250 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 249 cc Engine can generate 30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, 42 Bobber provides a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model), and 250 Duke has a mileage of 30.8 kmpl (base model). JAWA 42 Bobber is available in 5 colours & 7 variants whereas KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

42 Bobber vs 250 Duke

Key HighlightsJAWA 42 BobberKTM 250 Duke
PriceRs.2.13 LakhRs.2.39 Lakh
Engine Capacity334 cc249.07 cc
Power29.51 bhp30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage/Range30 kmpl30.8 kmpl
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JAWA 42 Bobber Mystic Copper bike
Mystic Copper
Rs. 2.13 Lakh
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STD
Rs. 2.39 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
2.39 Lakh
Price Breakup
2.68 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.1
4.4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
15 Litres
Engine Displacement
334 cc
249.07 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston
Front Disc Size
280
320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
23
29
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23
29
Front Wheel Size
18
-
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
28
32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28
32
Rear Wheel Size
17
-
Wheel Type
Spoke
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
WAPEUSforks43mdiameter
Rear Suspension
Mono Shock Absorber 7 Step Adjustable
WP APEX MoNoshock& 10-step preload adjustable
Front Tyre Size
100/90 - 18
-

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
check
check
Gear Indicator
check
check
Tachometer
-
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
-
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years or 24000 km
2 Years or 30000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Double cradle Tubular Frame
Split-Trellis Frame

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
CDI
CDI
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
334 cc
249.07 cc
Engine Type
-
Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& FI Engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
-
1.5 kwh
Top Speed
130 kmph
148 kmph
Bore x Stroke
81 mm x 65 mm
72 mm x 61.1 mm
Configuration
-
12.63:1
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
29.51 bhp
30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
check
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
Riding Modes
Service Reminder Indicator
check
check
Under Seat Storage
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
check
Radial Tyres
check
Side Stand Alarm
-
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
Turn Signal
LED
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Brake Assist
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Power Modes
Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Traction Control System

Dimensions & Capacity

Width
-
820 mm
Height
-
1109 mm
Wheelbase
1485 mm
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
-
176 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
15 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.25 Litres
1.7 Litres
Body Type
Cruiser
Sports Bike
Seat Height
740 mm
800 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
-
162.8 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The best looking bike in this price
  • Low seat height makes it easy for short riders
  • Good punch from the motor
  • Most refined engine in the Duke series of models
  • Powerful & fast performance overall
  • Design is funky & modern with youthful appeal
  • Braking power is very powerful
  • Ride & handling combo is well tuned for enthusiasts
Cons
  • Not for those looking at a practical bike
  • Excessive heat from the engine in traffic
  • Slightly firm ride quality
  • Mid-range vibrations from engine are still present
  • Aggressive riding position is not suited to all
  • Pricey when compared to the rivals
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Detailed Comparison of JAWA 42 Bobber and KTM 250 Duke

Safety

42 Bobber comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator. 250 Duke has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

JAWA 42 Bobber has features like Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and KTM 250 Duke, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

Transmission

JAWA 42 Bobber comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and 250 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

JAWA 42 Bobber has a 14 Litres. KTM 250 Duke has 1109 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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JAWA 42 Bobber and KTM 250 Duke Owner Reviews

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    • RS
      Rahul Surve
      18 Dec 2024
      4.2
      Jawa Bobber is amazing bike when the wheels on the roads it’s own the road and it is king of the road, bobber is ultimate.
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    • V
      Vansh
      08 Dec 2024
      3.8
      This bike is amazing. Best bike under 2.5 lakhs. In single seat it looks a different one from other.
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    • S
      Shobha
      29 Nov 2024
      5.0
      The Jawa 42 boasts a striking design with a classic retro flair and modern touches. Its sleek lines, stylish chrome accents, and distinctive tank make it a head-turner on the road.
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    • R
      Rahul
      7 Month ago
      5.0
      This bike is the best bike as for now with looks, comfort, and the attraction level of people. With custom work, the bike is ready to rock on roads
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    • S
      Sam
      10 Month ago
      2.6
      really good performance and the looks are really sick but the average is really really low but its eye catching on the roads and people actually look at it as it has backfires too so yea worth buying for just showoff
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