There is continued interest in the mid-size cruiser motorcycle segment in India. One of the most popular motorcycles in the segment is the Royal Enfield Meteor 350, which recently crossed a major global sales milestone by selling six lakh units in five years. However, the segment has become more competitive in recent years with models such as the Jawa 42 FJ. Among several rivals, the Jawa 42 FJ also competes in the same space and here’s how these two models compare on paper in terms of specifications, pricing and features.
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Jawa 42 FJ: Engine
The Meteor 350 is powered by a 349cc, single-cylinder, air-oil cooled engine that produces 20.2 bhp of power and 27 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. On the other hand, the Jawa 42 FJ uses a 334cc, single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. This motor produces around 29 bhp and 29.6 Nm of torque and is also paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Jawa 42 FJ: Design and dimensions
The Meteor 350 follows a classic cruiser design with a teardrop fuel tank, wide handlebar and forward-set footpegs. Its seat height is approximately 765 mm and weight is approximately 191 kg.The Jawa 42 FJ takes a slightly sporty approach while retaining the retro elements. It features a muscular tank design, blacked-out components and a short tail section. The bike rides on an 18-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel and has a seat height of around 790 mm.
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Jawa 42 FJ: Features and Hardware
Talking about the features, Meteor 350 gets semi-digital instrument cluster, tripper navigation with smartphone connectivity, LED tail lamp, USB charging port and dual-channel ABS. Royal Enfield also offers multiple variants and color options.The Jawa 42 FJ also has a good list of features. It includes a digital instrument cluster, LED lighting, dual-channel ABS and premium styling details.The Meteor 350 uses 41 mm telescopic front forks and twin rear shock absorbers. Braking duties are handled by a 300 mm front disc and 270 mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS. The Jawa 42 FJ features telescopic front forks and twin rear shocks, along with disc brakes at both ends and dual-channel ABS for added safety.
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Jawa 42 FJ: Price Comparison
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is priced at around Rs 1.95 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. On the other hand, the ex-showroom price of Jawa 42 FJ is around Rs 1.94 lakh.
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