Jawa Forty Two (RE Classic 350 Rival) – 5 Things To Know
Here we bring you 5 important things to know about the Jawa Forty Two.
The iconic Jawa nameplate is finally back in the Indian market. Classic Legends, Mahindra’s subsidiary has introduced the 3 new Jawa bikes – Jawa, Jawa Forty Two and Jawa Perak Custom. The Forty Two is the brand’s entry-level model, which will challenge the Royal Enfield Classic 350. The motorcycle will be sold through exclusive Jawa dealerships. The company currently has 65 dealerships, which will reach to 105 in the next 1 year. Here we bring you 5 important things to know about the Jawa Forty Two.
– Most Affordable Jawa
The Jawa Forty Two is available at a price tag of Rs 1.55 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the Jawa is priced at Rs 1.64 lakh. It is the most affordable Jawa in India right now. While the Jawa resembles the original model, the Forty Two is a modern iteration of this iconic bike.
– Engine & Transmission
The Jawa Forty Two is powered by a 293cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that also powers the Jawa. It is based on the Mahindra’s Mojo engine, but engineers have tuned this powertrain heavily to suit the needs of this Classic motorcycle. This fuel-injected engine is capable of producing 27bhp of power and 28Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel via a 6-speed gearbox. Also See – After Jawa, Classic Legends To Bring Back Yezdi Bikes In India
– Single-channel ABS System
The new Jawa bikes come equipped with single-channel ABS system as standard. This would make it compliant with new safety norms for bikes above 150cc capacity in India. Besides ABS, the bike gets 280mm front disc and 153mm rear drum brake.
– Design & Styling
The Forty Two is basically the toned-down version of the Jawa Classic. With less chrome treatment and brighter shades, the new model looks more modern than the Classic. It features large fuel tank, round headlamp with chrome bezel, blacked-out handlebar with bar end mirrors and flat bench seat. There is classic gold pinstrip on the fuel tank and the flared mud-guard, which gives it a retro-styling. The bike features the signature cigar-shaped twin exhaust pipes. Also See – Jawa 300 Vs Royal Enfield Classic 350
– Six colors & Dimensions
The new Jawa Forty Two is available in six exterior paint jobs – Galactic Green, Halley, Teal, Nebula Blue, Comet Red, Starlight Blue Lumos Lime.
The motorcycle rides on 1369mm wheelbase, while the seat height stands at 765mm. The bike weighs 170kg, which makes it 25kgs lighter than the RE Classic 350. The bike gets 18-inch front wheels and 17-inch rear wheels wrapped in 90/90 and 120/80 section tyres respectively.
