Jawa 42 2.1 vs Honda H’Ness CB350 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350: Spec Comparison

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When it comes to the underpinnings, all three bikes use a similar traditional frame, more or less. Furthermore, all three classics are sprung on a similar basic suspension setup but with different settings. The Jawa 42 runs on a firmer suspension, further cementing its sporty demeanour whereas the Meteor 350 and the H’Ness CB350 are more comfort-oriented motorcycles.

The 42’s agility is aided by its small wheel setup which offers nearly the same stability as the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and the Honda H’Ness CB30, both of which are running slightly larger wheel sizes. 

Dimensions

Specifications	Royal Enfield Meteor 350	Honda H’Ness CB350	Jawa 42
Wheelbase	1,380mm	1,441mm	1,369mm
Ground clearance	160mm	166mm	165mm
Fuel tank capacity	15-litres	15-litres	14-litres
Seat height	765mm	800mm	765mm
Kerb weight	191kg	181kg	172kg

 

The Jawa 42 weighs 19kg less than the RE Meteor 350. Its lightness and low seat height make it quite easy to manoeuvre through tight spots during city commutes. The Meteor comes close to the Jawa in this regard. You sit equally low and the wheelbase isn’t that much longer. Yes, weight does play quite a big role in the manageability front but on the go, you rarely feel the Meteor’s heft.

Features

Specifications	Royal Enfield Meteor 350	Honda H’Ness CB350	Jawa 42
Traction Control	No	Yes	No
LED Lighting	DRL and taillight	All systems	No
USB Charger	Yes	Yes	No
Smartphone Connectivity	Yes	Only DLX Pro model	No
Navigation	Yes	Only DLX Pro model	No

On the features front, the Jawa is completely barebones whereas the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 ticks all the right boxes. The one thing you need to know here is Honda offers the H’Ness CB350 with navigation and smartphone connectivity, but it’s more of a gimmick and also the only add-on you pay for compared to the base variant.

Unless you have made up your mind about the CB350 DLX Pro variant, we think the base variant offers more value for money and can serve you rather well.

Price & Verdict

Price	Royal Enfield Meteor 350	Honda H’Ness CB350	Jawa 42
	Fireball- Rs 1.75 lakh Stellar- Rs 1.81 lakh Supernova- Rs 1.90 lakh	DLX- Rs 1.86 lakh DLX Pro- Rs 1.92 lakh	Single Disc- Rs 1.68 lakh Double Disc- Rs 1.77 lakh 42 2.1- Rs 1.83 lakh

 

Now that we are done with the performance numbers, underpinnings and features, let’s talk about one of the most decisive factors: the pricing. For the asking price of the Meteor 350’s base variant, you get better refinement, comfort as well as more features than the other two.

All said and done, it’s only fair we put all three bikes against each other in the real world. So stay tuned to ZigWheels to find out how the Meteor 350, H’Ness CB350, and the Jawa 42 square up.