Comparing the JAWA 42 and the TVS Apache RTR 180 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the JAWA 42 is available at a price on request, while the TVS Apache RTR 180 is priced at ₹135,000. On the engine front, the JAWA 42 comes with a 294.7 cc unit compared to the TVS Apache RTR 180's 177.4 cc, producing 27.3 PS and 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 33 kmpl for the JAWA 42 versus 45 for the TVS Apache RTR 180. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Oil-cooled |
| Displacement | 294.7 cc | 177.4 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SI, fuel-injected |
| Power | 27.3 PS | 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm |
| Torque | 26.8 Nm | 15.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.2 L | 12 L |
| Mileage | 33 kmpl | 45 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 184 | 140 |
| Seat Height | 788 | 790 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Single-channel ABS (Super-Moto) |
| Front Brake | Disc Front 280 mm, Caliper - Front 2 Piston | 270 mm dia Petal Disc |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Brake | Disc Front 240 mm, Caliper - Rear 1Piston | 200 mm dia Petal Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload | Monotube inverted gas-filled shock (MIG) with spring aid |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | Alloy/Spokes wheel - 90/90-18, 51P | 90/90–17 tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | Alloy/Spokes Wheel - 120/80-17, 61P | 120/70–17 tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy/Spokes | Alloy wheels |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | Halogen HS1 35/35 W with AHO + LED position lamp |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | MF Battery | 12 V, 6 Ah MF |
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| Cluster | — | Digital console with SmartXonnect (Bluetooth, ride modes, GTT) |
| Color Options | Vega WhiteVoyager RedAsteroid GreyOdyssey BlackNebula BlueCelestial Copper MatteOrion Red MatteSirius White MatteAll Star Black MatteCosmic Rock Dual ToneCelestial Copper Matte Dual ToneStarship Blue Dual ToneInfinity Black Matte Dual ToneCosmic Carbon Dual ToneIvory | Gloss BlackPearl White |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Vega White Single Channel Spoke | 159431 Voyager Red Single Channel Spoke | 161275 Aestroid Grey Single Channel Spoke | 161275 Odysse Black Single Channel Spoke | 161275 Vega White Dual Channel Spoke | 168650 Asteroid Grey Dual channel ABS Spoke wheels | 170493 Odyssey Black Dual channel ABS Spoke wheels | 170493 Voyager Red Dual channel ABS Spoke wheels | 184942 Ivory | 184950 Sirius White Matte Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels | 189142 Cosmic Rock Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels Dual Tone | 192942 Celestial Copper Matte Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels | 195142 Nebula Blue Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels | 195142 Starship Blue Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels Dual Tone | 195142 Celestial Copper Matte Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels Dual Tone | 195142 All Star Black Matte Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels | 198142 Infinity Black Matte Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels Dual Tone | 198142 Cosmic Carbon Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels | 198142 Orion Red Matte Dual channel ABS Alloy wheels | 198142 | Disc | 125590 Limited Edition | 128490 |
| Starter | Self Start Only | Electric |
| Transmission | 6-Speed | 5-speed manual gearbox |









