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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Jamis Dakar XAM 2.0 and 2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 2.0.
- Data limitation
Only 2008 Jamis Dakar XAM 2.0 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Identity & price
2008 Jamis Dakar XAM 2.0 had an original MSRP $1,400 lower than 2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 2.0.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.27:1Total range464%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.3; rear size isn’t listed.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2008 Jamis Dakar XAM 2.0
2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 2.0
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakar XAM 2.0
Dakar XAM 2.0
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$3,300.00
$4,700.00
Colors
Graphite
Ghost Blue
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 21"
15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight
34 lb
33.8 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Fox 36 Talas RC2, 100 - 160mm adjustable travel
Fox 36 Talas RC2, 100 - 160mm adjustable travel
Fork Material
Single
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox DHX Air 5.0, 150mm travel
Fox DHX Air 5.0, 150mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
SRAM X.0/mix
SRAM X.0/mix
Shifters
SRAM X.0 Trigger
SRAM X.0 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT, 34.9mm clamp
TruVativ Hammerschmidt
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.0
SRAM X.0 Mid Cage
Crankset
FSA Moto X, 24/36 teeth
TruVativ Hammerschmidt
Bottom Bracket
FSA Integrated
TruVativ Hammerschmidt
Cassette
SRAM PowerGlide 970
SRAM PG-970
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-971, 1/2 X 3/32"
SRAM PC-971
Pedals
Crank Brothers Acid
Crank Brothers Acid
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 5 Hydraulic Disc w/7" Rotor front/Avid Juicy 5 Hydraulic Disc w/6" Rotor rear brakes, Avid Juicy 5 levers
Avid Elixir w/185mm rotor front/Avid Elixir w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Avid Elixir hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
1 1/8" Syncros Hardcore
Handlebar
Easton EA70 Monkey Bar
Syncros FL 35 riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton Vice
Syncros FL 31.8mm
Saddle
WTB Devo
Syncros FL
Seatpost
Easton EC70, 31.6mm diameter
Crank Brothers Joplin, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Syncros FR/DH Race 20mm, Rear: Syncros FR/DH Race
Front: Syncros FR 20mm, Rear: Syncros FR disc
Rims
Mavic XM 317, 32-hole
Mavic XM317, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
WTB stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.30" WTB Prowler SS
26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.