Cruisers
1997Jawa 350 Chopper
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The 1997 Jawa 350 Chopper is a lightweight custom cruiser powered by a punchy 344cc two-stroke twin engine delivering 23 horsepower and strong low-end torque. Its minimal weight of 149kg and accessible 750mm seat height make it ideal for riders seeking nimble, affordable chopper-style riding. Known for genuine Czech character and straightforward mechanical simplicity, it represents classic Eastern European motorcycle engineering at its most charming.
- Capacity
- 344.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 149.0 kg
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Power
- 23.0 HP (16.9 kW) @ 5250 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for relaxed, low-speed cruising and showing off custom chopper style rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- It has a laid-back, old-school two-stroke twin charm with modest torque and a distinctive cruiser stance.
- Not ideal for
- This isn't the bike for riders seeking high-speed touring, aggressive cornering, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 344.0 ccm
- Power
- 23.0 HP (16.9 kW) @ 5250 RPM
- Torque
- 32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m) @ 4750 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1544 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Air
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 120.0 km/h (74.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 149.0 kg
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 344 cc | 350 cc | 350 cc | 350 cc | 350 cc |
| Dry weight | 149 kg | 149 kg | 149 kg | 149 kg | 149 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Jawa 350 Chopper?
The 1997 Jawa 350 Chopper has a Capacity of 344.0 ccm (20.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Jawa 350 Chopper have?
The 1997 Jawa 350 Chopper has a Power of 23.0 HP (16.9 kW) @ 5250 RPM.
How many gears does the Jawa 350 Chopper have?
The 1997 Jawa 350 Chopper has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Jawa 350 Chopper?
The 1997 Jawa 350 Chopper has a Torque of 32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m or 23.6 ft.lbs) @ 4750 RPM.
How much does the Jawa 350 Chopper weigh?
The 1997 Jawa 350 Chopper has a Dry weight of 149.0 kg (328.5 pounds).
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