Jamis Dakar 1997 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Jamis |
| Model | Dakar |
| First production | 1997 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Dual Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | Check price Here ==> |
| Parts And Accessories | Jamis Dakar Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)- 15 (inches)- 17 (inches) / 43.18 (cm)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches) / 53.34 (cm)- 21 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) WTB VelociRaptor Kevlar |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Avid SD-3.0 LeversShimano Deore XT V-Brake Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano Deore XT |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic 220 |
| Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double ButtedChung Nan Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Easton Elite |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | Titec Enduro 155 |
| Handlebar extender | Titec L-Bend |
| Handlebar stem details | Syncros Cattlehead |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DLC |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-IG70 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 118 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-UN52 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 TeethCaramba Sidewinder |
| Gear shift levers | Grip Shift ESP 900 |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 28 Teeth8-speed |
Jamis Dakar Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)Shimano Deore XT Top-swing |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Grip Shift ESP 9.0 |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum |
| Fork type | Answer Manitou FS |
Other Specs of Jamis Dakar
| Component group sets | Grip Shift and Shimano Deore XT |
| Available colors | - Red |
| Weight | 26.0 |
| Pedals details | Wellgo WPD-700 |
| Rear shock absorber | 3.0 (inches) TravelCane Creek AD-8 |
| Saddle seat | Titanium RailsSDG Ventura Comp |
| Seat post extension | 27.0 (millimeters) DiameterTitec AL-235 |
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Jamis Dakar bike review
Jamis produced the Dakar bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,999.95.Dakar bike is available in many sizes such as 15 (inches), 17 (inches), 19 (inches) and 21 (inches).
Jamis Mountain bike Dakar can be found in one single color which is Red.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor kevlar tires and Chung Nan stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic 220, 32-hole. Jamis equiped this exact model with Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-3.0 levers braking system and Shimano Deore XT hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Jamis used Easton Elite material for the frame. Titec Enduro 155 high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Dakar to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Syncros Cattlehead.
For the smoothest biking experience Caramba Sidewinder, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-IG70 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Jamis, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Grip Shift ESP 900 gear shift levers.