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JAWA 42 vs BSA Gold Star 650

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, JAWA 42 or BSA Gold Star 650? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 42 and Gold Star 650. JAWA 42 Price starts at Rs.1.73 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Vega White Gloss Single Channel ABS and BSA Gold Star 650 Price starts at Rs.3.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. JAWA 42 is 1 cylinder, 294 cc Engine can generate 26.94 bhp power whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is a 4 cylinder, 652 cc Engine can generate 45hp @6500rp power. In terms of mileage, 42 provides a mileage of 42 kmpl (base model), and Gold Star 650 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). JAWA 42 is available in 14 colours & 28 variants whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is available in 5 colours & 2 variants.

42 vs Gold Star 650

Key HighlightsJAWA 42BSA Gold Star 650
PriceRs.1.73 LakhRs.3.00 Lakh
Engine Capacity294.72 cc652 cc
Power26.94 bhp45hp @6500rp
Mileage/Range42 kmplN/A km/charge
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JAWA 42 Vega White Gloss Single Channel ABS bike
JAWA 42
Vega White Gloss Single Channel ABS
Rs. 1.73 Lakh
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BSA Gold Star 650 STD bike
BSA Gold Star 650
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Rs. 3.00 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.94 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.37 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.0
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.2 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    294.72 cc
    652 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    -
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    -
    Front Disc Size
    280
    320 mm
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    23
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    23
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    18
    18 x 2.5
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    30
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17 X 4.25"
    Wheel Type
    Spoke
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Forks
    41mm telescopic forks
    Rear Suspension
    Twin Shock Absorber
    Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90 - 18
    100/90-18

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    LED headlight
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or 24000 km
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Double Cradle
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    -
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    -
    Engine Capacity
    294.72 cc
    652 cc
    Engine Type
    Single cylinder 4 Stroke Liquid cooled DOHC
    Liquid-cooled, single- cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    4
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Bore x Stroke
    76 mm x 65 mm
    -
    Configuration
    -
    11.5:1
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    -
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Max Power
    26.94 bhp
    45hp @6500rp
    Max Torque
    26.84 Nm
    55Nm @4000rpm
    Mileage (Claimed)
    42 kmpl
    -
    Number of Gears
    6 Speed
    5

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2071 mm
    -
    Width
    833 mm
    -
    Height
    788 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1369 mm
    1425 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    -
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.2 Litres
    12 Litres
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    -
    Seat Height
    788 mm
    780 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    184 kg
    201 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Retro design is an eye candy to look
    • Comfortable riding position
    • Engine offers strong punch for fast performance
    • Latest features make it value for money
    • Modern-retro design looks good on the motorcycle
    • Biggest single-cylinder 652cc engine
    • Torque motor with 55 Nm of peak torque
    • Thumpy exhaust note
    • More affordable and powerful than its primary rival
    • Equipped with Brebmo brakes and Pirelli Phantom tyres
    Cons
    • Engine snatches at low-end
    • Heating of the engine in city traffic
    • Quality is inconsistent
    • Misses on modern features like digital cluster, bluetooth connectivity and more
    • The 5-speed transmission may disappoint some riders
    • The chrome on the motorcycle is difficult to maintain
    • Given that BSA is a new brand in the country, the number of sales and service centers is relatively limited
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    Safety

    42 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch. Gold Star 650 has ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Transmission

    JAWA 42 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Gold Star 650 comes with 5 Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    JAWA 42 has a 13.2 Litres fuel tank with 788 mm seat height. BSA Gold Star 650 has seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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        The bike is extremely comfortable for long distance rides. jawa 42 2.o high speed bike top class bike so milege 30 family person problem this bike for emergency sell bike
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        2 Month ago
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        Good bike comfortable bike nice look good service good images bikes service jawa bikes evilest bike good company bike nicely look I like jawa bike.
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        2 Month ago
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        1 Year ago
        5.0
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        Charles Charles
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