2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C vs 2024 JAWA 42
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C 69 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 JAWA 42 79 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 10 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 27.5 hp (2024 JAWA 42) up to 41 hp (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C).
- Torque spans 26.8 Nm (2024 JAWA 42) up to 42 Nm (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C).
- Weight spans 181 kg (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C) to 182 kg (2024 JAWA 42).
- Displacement spans 300 cc (2024 JAWA 42) to 450 cc (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C).
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| Specification | CF MOTO 450 CL-C | JAWA 42 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | CF MOTO | JAWA |
| Model | CF MOTO 450 CL-C | JAWA 42 |
| Engine size | 450cc | 300cc |
| Power | 41hp | 27.5hp |
| Torque | 42nm. | 26.8nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 181kg | 182kg |
| Front brake | 320mm disc 4-piston J. Juan radial Calipers (ABS) | Disc with Floating Caliper and ABS 280 mm disc |
| Rear brake | 220mm disc J. Juan Calipers (ABS) | Disc with Floating Caliper and ABS 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 69cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 130/90-R16 (CST) | Alloy Wheel - 90/90-18, 51P (Tubeless) |
| Rear tyre | 150/80-R16 (CST) | Alloy Wheel - 120/80-17, 61P (Tubeless) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 37mm Inverted Fork Telescopic | TELESCOPIC FORKS, ø 35 mm |
| Rear suspension | Adjustable Monoshock Absorber | TWIN SHOCK ABSORBER, GAS FILLED WITH ADJUSTABLE PRELOAD |
| Motorcycle type | Chopper – Cruiser | Chopper – Cruiser |
| Top speed | 190km/h | 155km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 12 L – 4 L/100km | 12.5 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5899 | $3600 |
| Brand price lists | View CF MOTO price list | View JAWA price list |
| Extra features | -TCS, ABS Standard features -Leather seat, navigation, Bluetooth connectivity -3.6-inch round TFT screen with T-Box. |
-TWIN EXHAUST |
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2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C vs 2024 JAWA 42: listed specifications
The 2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C and 2024 JAWA 42 are closely matched in weight, while the 450 CL-C has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
450 CL-C has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (450 cc vs 300 cc).
Peak power
450 CL-C has a clear listed power advantage (41 hp vs 27.5 hp).
Torque
450 CL-C has a clear listed torque advantage (42 Nm vs 26.8 Nm).
Listed top speed
450 CL-C has a clear listed top-speed advantage (190 km/h vs 155 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
450 CL-C and JAWA 42 have very similar listed weights (181 kg vs 182 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: JAWA 42 is listed higher (79 cm) than 450 CL-C (69 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of CF MOTO 450 CL-C vs JAWA 42?
CF MOTO 450 CL-C is listed at 190 km/h (118 mph) vs 155 km/h (96 mph) for JAWA 42.
Which has more horsepower, CF MOTO 450 CL-C or JAWA 42?
CF MOTO 450 CL-C has 41 hp compared with 28 hp on the JAWA 42.
Which is lighter, CF MOTO 450 CL-C or JAWA 42?
CF MOTO 450 CL-C is lighter at 181 kg vs 182 kg for JAWA 42.
Which is better, CF MOTO 450 CL-C or JAWA 42?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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