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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Jamis Dakota Sport and 2008 Jamis Dakota Sport.
- Identity & price
2008 Jamis Dakota Sport had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Jamis Dakota Sport.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2009 Jamis Dakota Sport
2008 Jamis Dakota Sport
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakota Sport
Dakota Sport
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,100.00
$1,000.00
Colors
Starfire Blue/Pearl White
Pearl White/Monterey Blue
Sizes
15.5", 17", 19", 21"
15.5", 17", 19", 21"
Weight
28.6 lb
29 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kinesis Superlight 7005 triple butted aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
RockShox Tora SL Coil, 100mm travel
RockShox TORA 302 Coil, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore, clamp on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Shimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink ES25, 126mm spindle
Shimano ES25, 113mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm
68mm English
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
SRAM PG-950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z9000
KMC Z9000, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
FPD Clipless
FPD Clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M485 w/160mm Rotor brakes, Shimano M485 hydraulic levers
Shimano M485 hyraulic brakes w/160mm rotors brakes, Shimano hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Zero Stack
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Zero-Stack
Handlebar
Ritchey MTN
Easton EA30 flat bar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
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Stem
Ritchey
Easton EA30 31.8mm clamp
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport SE
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Ritchey, 31.6mm diameter
Easton EA30, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano M495 Centerlock, Rear: Shimano M495 Centerlock Cassette
Shimano M495 center-lock
Rims
Alex DP-17, 32-hole
WTB Speed Disc, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
26 x 2.10" WTB Motoraptor
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.