Royal Enfield Classic 500 vs Jawa 42 FJ

BikeWale brings you comparison of Royal Enfield Classic 500 and Jawa 42 FJ. The ex-showroom price of Royal Enfield Classic 500 is ₹ 2,01,626 and Jawa 42 FJ is ₹ 1,99,142. Royal Enfield Classic 500 is available in 1 colour and Jawa 42 FJ is available in 1 colour and 4 variants. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Royal Enfield Classic 500 and Jawa 42 FJ.

Royal Enfield Classic 500 vs Jawa 42 FJ Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Classic 500	42 FJ
Price	₹ 2,01,626	₹ 1,99,142
Capacity	499 cc	334 cc
Power	27.2 bhp @ 5250 rpm	28.76 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Economy	32 kmpl	--

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Royal Enfield

Classic 500

ABS

₹ 2,01,626

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Jawa

42 FJ

Aurora Green Matte - Spoke

₹ 1,99,142

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Classic 500

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Jawa

42 FJ

Aurora Green Matte - Spoke

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	27.2 bhp @ 5,250 rpm	28.76 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Max Torque	41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm	29.62 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Riding Range (km)	--	--
Top Speed (kmph)	--	--
Riding Modes	--
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	499	334
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	32	--
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern	--	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	84	81
Stroke (mm)	90	65
Valves Per Cylinder	2	4
Compression Ratio	8.5 : 1	11 : 1
Ignition	--	CDI
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	--	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Fuel Delivery System	--	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13.5	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	2.5	--
Emission Standard	BS4	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	Telescopic, 35mm Forks, 130mm Travel	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjus	Twin Shock Absorber
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	280	320
Caliper - Front (Piston)	--	2
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	240	240
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	--	1
Wheel Type	Spoke	Spoke
Front Wheel Size (inch)	19	18
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	18	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90 - 19(Domestic), 90/90 - 18(Export)	100/90 - 18
Rear Tyre Size	120/80 - 18(Domestic), 110/80 - 18(Export)	140/70 - 17
Tyre Type	Tubed	Tubed
Radial Tyres
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	23
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	28
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	23
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	30

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--
Instrument Console	--	Digital
Odometer	Analogue	Digital
Speedometer	Analogue	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator	--
Average Speed	--
OTA Updates	--	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	--
Geo Fencing	--
Distance to Empty	--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	--	1
Tripmeter Type	--	Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Analogue	Digital
Digital Fuel Gauge
Tachometer	--
Gear Indicator	--
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder Indicator	--
Battery	12 volt, 14 Ah	MF Battery

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features

Colours

Classic Black

Aurora Green Matte

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7/5

359 Ratings

4.7/5

33 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.7Visual Appeal	5.0Visual Appeal
	4.4Reliability	4.7Reliability
	4.6Comfort	4.9Comfort
	4.2Service Experience	4.3Service Experience
	4.5Value for Money	4.7Value for Money

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Royal Enfield Classic 500

Such a dream bike for everyone. Look like a giant and royal very smooth while riding.

Jawa 42 FJ

The buying experience is amazing & also the riding experience is amazing i took it fo

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Jawa 42 FJ Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	190	194.6
Seat Height (mm)	800	800
Ground Clearance (mm)	135	178
Overall Length (mm)	2,140	--
Overall Width (mm)	790	--
Overall Height (mm)	1,090	--
Wheelbase (mm)	1,360	1,440
Chassis Type	Single Downtube,Using Engine As Stressed Member	Double Cradle

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	--
Shift Light
Headlight Type	--	LED
Brake/Tail Light	--	LED
Turn Signal	--	LED
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--

Riding Modes Switch	--
Cruise Control	--	Not Available
Hazard Warning Lights	--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control	--

Stepped Seat
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Additional Features	--	--

Standard Warranty (year)	--	2
Standard Warranty (km)	--	24000

Front Storage Box	--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)	--

GPS & Navigation	--
USB Charging Port	--

Royal Enfield Classic 500 vs Jawa 42 FJ