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1997Jawa 640 Classic
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The 1997 Jawa 640 Classic is a traditional two-stroke twin from the Czech maker Jawa. Its air-cooled 350cc parallel twin makes 23.5 hp and 31.4 Nm through a four-speed gearbox and chain. A 780 mm seat, 150 kg dry weight and 17-litre tank give it a simple, old-school feel.
- Capacity
- 350.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 150.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 23.5 HP (17.3 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Best used for light commuting, leisurely rides, and classic-bike enjoyment rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- A charming, old-school two-stroke twin that rewards a relaxed, mechanically engaged riding style over outright speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking high speed, long-distance touring comfort, or modern 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
- 350.0 ccm
- Power
- 23.5 HP (17.3 kW)
- Torque
- 31.4 Nm (3.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1567 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Air
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 150.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.50 litres
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
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 | 1994 | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 350 cc | 350 cc | 350 cc | 350 cc | 344 cc | 344 cc |
| Dry weight | 150 kg | 150 kg | 150 kg | 150 kg | 149 kg | 149 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | — | — |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
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 640 Classic?
The 1997 Jawa 640 Classic has a Capacity of 350.0 ccm (21.36 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Jawa 640 Classic have?
The 1997 Jawa 640 Classic has a Power of 23.5 HP (17.3 kW).
How many gears does the Jawa 640 Classic have?
The 1997 Jawa 640 Classic has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Jawa 640 Classic?
The 1997 Jawa 640 Classic has a Torque of 31.4 Nm (3.2 kgf-m or 23.2 ft.lbs).
How much does the Jawa 640 Classic weigh?
The 1997 Jawa 640 Classic has a Dry weight of 150.0 kg (330.7 pounds).
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