Jawa 42 FJ Launched at Rs 1.99 Lakh in India, Gets 29bhp Alpha-2 Engine, Offset Speedometer and More

Jawa-Yezdi Motorcycles has expanded the Jawa 42 lineup with the launch of a new roadster model – the 42 FJ. Compared to the relatively old Jawa 42, the new Jawa 42 FJ has a sportier design, a bigger 334cc engine, and new colourways. It ranges from Rs 1.99 lakh to Rs 2.20 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The launch comes almost a month after the company introduced the updated version of the Jawa 42, which is already on sale.

While the updates around the older Jawa 42 were largely limited to engine tweaks, the 42 FJ features a slimmer fuel tank (with a brushed aluminium finish and a 'Jawa' decal), a new single-piece seat, and a single-piece handlebar. The fenders and side panels closely resemble the regular 42, while the diamond-cut alloy wheels seem to be borrowed from the 42 Bobber. Other design bits include a split grab rail and upswept twin exhausts. Features-wise, the Jawa 42 FJ gets all-LED illumination, a digital instrument cluster (with Bluetooth connectivity), an offset speedometer, an assist and slipper clutch, and dual-channel ABS (standard).

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Jawa 42 FJ: Powertrain

The new Jawa 42 FJ gets a 334cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine, which also powers the Jawa 350. In the Jawa 350, the 334cc Alpha-2 engine makes 22.2bhp at 7,000rpm and 28.2Nm of peak torque at 5,000rpm, whereas the Jawa 42 FJ makes 29bhp and 29.6Nm of peak torque. For transmission, it gets a 6-speed unit.

Jawa 42 FJ: Hardware

The Jawa 42 FJ sits on a double cradle tubular frame, suspended by a telescopic front fork and rear shock absorbers with 5-step preload adjustability. The bike's braking is handled by Brembo discs. The bike comes with a choice of wire-spoked or alloy wheels, wrapped in rubber tyres.

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Bookings for the new Jawa 42 FJ are open. Interested buyers can book the bike for a token amount of Rs 942.