Jawa 42 Bobber is among the most alluring motorcycles in India’s current-gen classic space. Featuring raw industrial design and a minimalist stance, the cafe-racer-styled Street 500 is a 500cc motorcycle built for the urban jungle. With a distinctive single-seat design, imposing stance, and absolutely powerful engine the 42 Bobber gives a modern take to the Jawa tradition.
Great for solo riders and cafe racer enthusiasts, the Jawa 42 Bobber is more than just a bike — it’s you.
Distinctive Bobber Styling
The most striking thing about the Jawa 42 Bobber is that its’ unique. The bike typically has a low-slung frame, followed by fat tyres, open rear suspension, and a floating single seat that instantly gives it a custom-bike appeal.
Teardrop fuel tank, bar-end mirrors, chopped fenders and blacked-out engine bits contribute to the mean looks. The 42 Bobber is offered in a choice several premium matte and metallic colors that accentuate its muscular image.
Engine and Performance
At the heart of the Jawa 42 Bobber is a 334cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor which produces a power output of approximately 29.5 PS and 32.7 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a smooth shifting six-speed gearbox that provides responsive power delivery and strong mid-range performance.
It’s the kind of bike that’s great on a leisurely weekend ride or on a solo tour, and it’s set up perfectly for casual highway cruising thanks to the superb torque delivery. With a seat height of just 780 mm and a balanced chassis it is also suitable for new, smaller riders in city traffic.
Premium Features and Equipment
If the 42 Bobber looks old, then that’s just on the surface, because it spills the beans on its modern self with:
- Fully digital instrument cluster
- LED headlamp and tail lamp
- Dual-channel ABS
- Adjustable rear monoshock
- Slip and assist clutch
Ergonomically, too, the Z feels nice to sit on, with forward-set footpegs and wide bars creating a leant-back rider triangle.
Final Thoughts
The Jawa 42 Bobber is a very nicely done motorcycle, it has the soul of a custom cruiser, but the dependability of factory built. It’s the one to ride if you crave a traction-motif design, good performance and the freedom of solo riding.
So if you’ve been eyeing a stylish premium bike under 350cc that stands out from the rest, the Jawa 42 Bobber certainly deserves its spot on your list.