GUWAHATI: Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles on Tuesday launched a new variant of its popular 42 model, dubbed the Jawa 42 FJ 350.
This comes a few weeks after the company launched an updated version of the existing model of the same name.
This latest iteration features a more aggressive design, highlighted by a distinctive tear-drop fuel tank adorned with bold ‘Jawa’ branding.
With prices starting at Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom), this new model is notably different from the recently refreshed Jawa 42, both in appearance and technical specifications.
The motorcycle comes with a steel chassis that is suspended by a 41mm telescopic fork and twin shock absorbers, offset speedometer, intuitive controls for a better riding experience, double grill frame for better handling, alpha 2 power chain for flat torque that is predictable and exciting.
It has a six-speed transmission coupled with a map specifying each gear’s requirement. This has been done for the bike to produce maximum power.
It incorporates the more powerful 334 cc engine from the Jawa 350, setting it apart from its predecessor.
The motorcycle also features uniquely designed alloy wheels with a machined finish, upswept exhausts, and an offset fuel tank cap, adding to its sporty appeal.
The bike also has front disc breaks, continental ABS system and brambo breaks for safety of the highspeed vehicle. Jawa inculcates robo painting to maintain consistent and thick paint for the bike.
The Jawa 42 FJ350 is available in five colours, including Auror Green Matte priced at Rs 2,10,142; Cosmo Blue Matte at Rs 2,15,142; Mistique Copper at Rs 2,15, 142; Deep Black- Red Clad at Rs 2,20,142; and Deep Black- Black Clad at Rs 2,20, 142.
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The new Jawa 42 is expected to compete with Royal Enfield 350, which is priced at Rs 1.99 lakh in ex-showroom.
Bookings for this bike are open now, and the company will soon begin delivery.
Jawa will open 100 more new stores across the country before the festive season begins next month, announced the company.
