Jawa Motorcycles invoke pleasant memories for a plethora of Indians. The brand, in its prime during the 1960s and '70s, was known for its young and vibrant motorcycles that were a strong part of the then pop culture, despite being a Czech brand. Over the years though, the Jawa motorcycles disappeared from showrooms, but continue live on amidst enthusiasts, owners and loyalists that certainly want the brand to make a comeback. That's exactly what will happen in a few hours from now as Jawa Motorcycles will officially announce its revival in India, albeit in a whole new avatar, and backed by a completely different team. Before the company announces its first bike for India, let's take a quick at the Jawa's journey in the country.
Origins
The Jawa brand traces its roots back to the Czech Republic. With manufacturing taking prominence after World War I, engineer Frantisek Janecek purchased the motorcycle business Wanderer from German manufacturer Winklhofer & Jaenicke in 1929, along with the design and tooling for the new Wanderer 500 motorcycle. The motorcycle company was re-branded as Jawa, taking the first two letters from "Janicek" and "Wanderer," The first offering from the company was the Jawa 500 OHV and essentially the Wanderer 500, for which Janicek had purchased the design and tooling rights of, as part of the deal.
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