This is the new Jawa 42 FJ. Retro-inspired Stylovka comes with a bigger engine – Garáž.cz

At the outset, let us remind you that the Indian company Classic Legends, based on a license agreement, produces Yezdi machines as well as motorcycles with the logo of the famous Czech brand. The current domestic offering includes five Jawa models, three of which bear the 42 designation – the original Jawa 42, then the new 42 FJ and then the 42 Bobber. The last motorcycle is based on the Pérák type, the fifth piece is the Jawa 350.

The Czech company Jawa Moto, based in Týnec nad Sázavou, now sells the Jawa 300 CL, Jawa 350 CL Pérák and also the Type 42 Bobber under the name 350 CL Bobber.

The new Jawa 42 FJ is actually a continuation of the previous 42, but it is slightly larger. The wheelbase reaches 1,440 millimeters, while the original 42 is 1,369 millimeters. Dry weight also increased slightly – from 182 to 184 kg. The fuel tank has a volume of 12 liters. The manufacturer also mentions a stronger front fork, new rear shock absorbers and larger tires.

The engine looks interesting. Classic Legends says they have given the device a new unit, called the Alpha2. And it promises a quieter and more refined feel, better throttle response, smoother running and better dynamics.

However, the specifications of the power unit are the same as the engine that powers the Pérák. So it is a liquid-cooled single cylinder with a volume of 334 cubic centimeters, providing a maximum power of 29 horsepower and a maximum torque of 30 Nm. The gearbox is six-speed.

The previous Jawa 42 relies on one cylinder with a volume of 295 cubic centimeters, a power of 27 horsepower and a torque of 27 Nm.

Visually, the new Jawa 42 FJ differs from the older version in its more modern design, a flatter tank with interesting graphics, a new seat, raised grooves, LED headlights or the presence of a digital alarm clock. In addition, the round device is specially balanced – it is controlled via controls on the left side of the handlebar.

We still don’t know if the new Jawa 42 FJ will arrive in the Czech Republic from India. But we believe it will happen. We must expect that this process, which includes European homologation, will take some time.