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Jawa Forty-Two vs Royal Enfield Scram 440 in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 19, 2026

At a glance

	Jawa Forty-Two	Royal Enfield Scram 440
Ex-showroom price	Rs 6.73 lakh – Rs 7.58 lakh	Rs 6.9 lakh – Rs 7 lakh
Fuel	petrol	petrol
Variants on sale	6	3
Distributor	Agni MotoInc Pvt. Ltd.	Alpha Automotive Pvt. Ltd.

Variant-wise prices (July 19, 2026)

Jawa Forty-Two

Forty-Two ABS	रु 6,73,000
Forty-Two Dual ABS	रु 7,04,000
Forty-Two 2.1	रु 7,58,000
42 BS6 – Single Channel ABS	रु 6,73,000
42 BS6 – Dual Channel ABS	रु 7,04,000
42 2.1 – BS6	रु 7,58,000

Royal Enfield Scram 440

Scram 440	रु 6,94,900
Trail	रु 6,89,900
Force	रु 6,99,900

Specifications — Forty-Two 42 BS6 – Single Channel ABS vs Scram 440 Trail

Category	Jawa Forty-Two	Royal Enfield Scram 440
Battery & Range	Fuel tank capacity: 14 litres Claimed mileage: 35 kmpl	Fuel tank capacity 15 litres Claimed mileage around 30–35 km/l
Motor Power & Drivetrain	293cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, FI engine Max power: 26.51 PS Max torque: 27.05 Nm 6-speed manual gearbox Chain drive final transmission BS6-compliant engine	443 cc single-cylinder, long-stroke, air-oil-cooled SOHC engine Power output 25.4 PS @ 6250 rpm Torque output 34 Nm @ 4000 rpm 6-speed manual gearbox Wet multi-plate clutch Chain drive to rear wheel
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Wheelbase: 1369 mm Ground clearance: 165 mm	Wheelbase 1490 mm Ground clearance 195 mm
Dimensions	Overall length: 2122 mm Overall width: 789 mm Overall height: 1090 mm Kerb weight: 170 kg Seat height: 765 mm	Length 2160 mm Width 838 mm Height 1190 mm Kerb weight 196 kg Seat height 820 mm
Cargo	Underseat storage: minimal, typical classic motorcycle (Not disclosed officially (As of: 19/07/2026))	Underseat storage minimal, typical of scrambler bikes Provision for optional rear luggage rack and panniers
Comfort & Interior	Single-piece seat with retro stitching Ergonomic upright riding posture Standard telescopic front forks for comfort Gas-filled rear twin shock absorbers	Single-piece seat designed for long rides Upright riding position with wide handlebar Monoshock rear suspension tuned for mixed terrain 41 mm telescopic front forks, 190 mm travel
Infotainment & Convenience	Analogue speedometer with digital odometer Standard halogen headlamp Side-stand engine cut-off not mentioned (Not disclosed officially (As of: 19/07/2026))	Digi-analogue instrument cluster Basic Tripper navigation pod not standard on Trail USB charging port for devices LED headlamp with DRL
Safety	Single-channel ABS front Front disc brake, rear drum brake Tubeless tyres on alloy wheels not confirmed (Not disclosed officially (As of: 19/07/2026))	Dual-channel ABS with switchable modes Front and rear disc brakes Tubed spoke wheels more tolerant to off-road impacts High-mounted exhaust for water wading
Design & Exterior	Modern-retro roadster styling Round headlamp and bar-end mirrors Six colour options: Teal, Green, Blue, Lime, Nebula, Red Minimal side panels with Forty Two badging	Trail variant with spoke wheels and tube tyres Available colours: Trail Blue, Trail Green Scrambler styling with minimal bodywork Signature Royal Enfield rugged design cues
Sales & Imports	Price in Nepal: Rs 6,73,000 (ABS) on-road Imported as CBU units to Nepal Sold via Agni MotoInc network	Official price Trail: Rs. 6,89,900 on-road Kathmandu Locally assembled CKD by Alpha Automotive Available across all Royal Enfield showrooms in Nepal Launched in Nepal in 2026
Value for Money Verdict	Competitive pricing versus other retro 250–300cc bikes Offers distinctive Jawa heritage appeal	Competitive pricing versus other mid-capacity scramblers Balances city comfort with off-road ability Better performance than outgoing Scram 411 Value boosted by local CKD assembly
Pros	Strong mid-range performance from 293cc engine Attractive modern-retro styling and colour options Liquid-cooled engine in classic segment	Strong low-end and mid-range torque for hills Versatile chassis for city and trails Improved engine refinement over 411 predecessor Rugged build suitable for Nepal’s rough roads
Cons	Single-channel ABS less reassuring than dual ABS Limited dealership spread outside Kathmandu initially Underseat storage and practicality are minimal (Not disclosed officially (As of: 19/07/2026))	Tubed tyres increase hassle during punctures Kerb weight 196 kg feels heavy in tight off-road Seat height may challenge shorter riders Limited underseat storage capacity

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Jawa Forty-Two or Royal Enfield Scram 440?

As of July 2026, the Jawa Forty-Two starts at Rs 6.73 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.17 lakh less than the Royal Enfield Scram 440 at Rs 6.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Jawa Forty-Two and Royal Enfield Scram 440 in Nepal?

The Jawa Forty-Two costs Rs 6.73 lakh to Rs 7.58 lakh and the Royal Enfield Scram 440 costs Rs 6.9 lakh to Rs 7 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Jawa Forty-Two or the Royal Enfield Scram 440?

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