| Attribute | Jawa Californian 250 1967 × | Zündapp DB 255 Elastic 250 1953 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1967 | 1953 |
| Make | Jawa | Zündapp |
| Model | Jawa Californian 250 | Zündapp DB 255 Elastic 250 |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 248 | 246 |
| Power (kw) | 11.7 | 9.5 |
| Cooling system | Air | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | - |
| Bore (mm) | 75 | 67 |
| Stroke (mm) | 65 | 70 |
| Compression | 8.0:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Two schock |
| Front brakes | - | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | - | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Tubular |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-19 |
| Seat | Dual | Dual |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 128 | 147 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0914 | 0.0646 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 110 | 100 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | - | 14.7 |