Jawa Classic

Detailed Review by Maxabout Team

Overview

The New Jawa Classic 300 has been recently updated in the Indian Markets with a BS6 compliant engine. The resurrected Czech brand launched the Jawa Classic and Jawa 42 back in 2018 while the Jawa Perak bobber was launched at the brand’s first anniversary of resurrection in the Indian markets. Equipped with a retro design and a powerful engine, the New Jawa Classic 300 is one of the most sought after cruisers in the Indian markets.

Jawa Classic 300 Design and Style

Available in the Indian markets with a single channel and dual-channel ABS version, the New Jawa Classic 300 gets a retro design language with lots of chrome treatment adding to its muscular cruiser outlook. Further adding to the authenticity is the dual exhaust unit finished in chrome while the brand has equipped it with a single-pod instrument cluster complementing its old school charm.

The motorcycle has been further equipped with broad seat design while the gas-charged suspension at the rear has been finished in chrome that adds to its overall unique stance. The swept-back design of the cruiser is accentuated with a round headlight set up at the front. The rear mudguard has been shod with a small tail light unit mated to turn indicators while the body-coloured grab rails for the pillion rider completes its retro styling.

Jawa Classic 300 Engine and Gearbox

Powering the New Jawa Classic 300 is a 293cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder that is now BS6 compliant and capable of offering maximum power of 27.33 HP and a peak torque of 27.02 Nm. The motorcycle has been fitted with a fuel injection engine to make it BS6 compliant while the Jawa motorcycles are the first in the Indian markets to be equipped with a cross port technology that allows the motorcycle to retain the twin exhaust unit in their BS6 avatars. The engine on the Jawa Classic 300 is mated to a Constant Mesh 6-speed gearbox.

Jawa Classic 300 Instrument Console

The retro-inspired Jawa 300 has been shod with a single-pod instrument unit that is capable of offering apt riding data. The instrument console gets an analogue speedometer and odometer in addition to getting the ABS light as well as a fuel gauge as well. The vintage instrument console has been offered to the motorcycle to pay tribute to the old school heritage of the Czech brand.

Jawa Classic 300 Suspension and Brakes

The suspension duties on the 2024 Jawa Classic 300 are handled by telescopic hydraulic forks at the front while the rear has been mated to twin shock absorbers. The motorcycle gets a minimalistic design language with retro bits. It has been shod with 280mm single disc brake at the front while the motorcycle can be availed with 153mm drum brake at the rear mated to a single-channel ABS and an optional 240mm single disc brake at the rear mated to a dual-channel ABS as Classic.

Jawa Classic 300 Dimensions, Top Speed and Mileage

Based on a double-cradle frame, the New Jawa Classic 300 measures 2071 mm in length, 833 mm in width and 1090 mm in height. The brand has equipped the retro cruiser with a seat height of 765 mm while the ground clearance stands at 165 mm. The motorcycle has been equipped with a wheelbase of 1369 mm while the kerb weight of the cruiser stands at 172 kg. It has a fuel tank capacity of 14-litres. The Jawa Classic has been equipped with a 90/90-18 front tyre and 120/80-17 rear tyre shod on 18 inches and 17 inches spoke wheels respectively. The company claimed mileage of the motorcycle stands at 35 kmpl while it is capable of witnessing a top speed of 120 kmph.

Jawa Classic 300 Colours and Graphics

The latest model of Jawa Classic 300 can be availed in the Indian markets in five colour schemes namely Jawa Black, Jawa Maroon, Jawa Grey, Jawa Khakhee and Jawa Midnight Grey. The motorcycle has been adorned with a minimalistic design with a retro-inspired outlook. The addition of chrome finishings further adds to its old school charm. The brand has equipped the motorcycle with a tear-drop fuel tank design which features the Jawa branding while the overall graphics scheme remains minimalist.

Verdict - Should You Buy the Jawa Classic 300?

The New Jawa Classic 300 is one of the most sought after cruisers in the country that is preferred by a host of enthusiasts. Its retro classic design language, affordable price tag as well as powerful performance makes it a perfect candidate for a cruiser that is worth getting all the attention on the road. At present, the Jawa Classic 300 competes in the Indian markets against the likes of Royal Enfield Classic 350, Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise and Royal Enfield Bullet 350.