Ducati Sebring vs Jawa Californian 350 (1969)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Sebringstacks up against the Jawa Californian 350. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati SebringJawa Californian 350
Model year19681969
Price
Engine340 cc343 cc
Horsepower20 hp28 hp
Weight136 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18 3.25-19 / 3.25-19

Ducati Sebring vs Jawa Californian 350 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Sebring and the Jawa Californian 350 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Sebring brings 20 hp in a 136 kg package, while the Jawa Californian 350 counters with 28 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: