2022 Jawa 350 OHC Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Jawa's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2022 Jawa 350 OHC utilizes a 397.2 cc (24.2 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 26.8 HP (19.6 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 31 Nm (22.9 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 67.5 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the 350 OHC measures 160 kg (353 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.17 HP/kg (5.97 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 760 mm (29.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,420 mm (55.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 130 km/h (81 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Jawa archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2021 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
67.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.17 HP/kg (5.97 kg/HP)
Standover Height
760 mm (29.9 in)
Engine
Displacement397.2 ccm (24.24 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Power26.8 HP (19.6 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque31.0 Nm (3.2 kgf-m or 22.9 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression8.8:1
Bore x Stroke85.0 x 70.0 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox4-speed
Performance
Top Speed130.0 km/h (80.8 mph)
Emission DetailsEuro 4
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Travel70 mm (2.8 inches)
Wheelbase1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-18
Rear Tyre130/70-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø276 mm (10.9 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight160.0 kg (352.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1676 HP/kg
Seat Height760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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