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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 Dakar XC and 2008 Jamis Dakar XC.
- Identity & price
2008 Jamis Dakar XC had an original MSRP $130 lower than 2009 Jamis Dakar XC.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
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 Dakar XC
2008 Jamis Dakar XC
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakar XC
Dakar XC
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$1,025.00
$895.00
Colors
Gloss Black/Ano Silver, Inca Gold/Gloss Black
Gloss White, Sandstone
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 21", 23"
13", 15", 19", 21", 23"
Weight
34.6 lb
35 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
RockShox Tora XC, 100mm travel
RockShox Tora 289, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Single
Rear Shock
X Fusion Glyde R coil, 90mm travel
Fox Vanilla R Coil, 90mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Alivio
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio, clamp on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Shimano M361, 22/32/42 teeth
Shimano M341, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink ES25, 126mm spindle
Shimano ES25, 113mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm
68mm English
Cassette
Shimano HG40
Shimano HG-40
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z82
KMC Z82, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
FPD Clipless
FPD Clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M416 Mechanical Disc w/6" rotors brakes, Tektro ML-330 levers
Shimano Mechanical Disc brakes, Tektro ML-330 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Aheadset STS-2K
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS-2K
Handlebar
Jamis XC riser
Easton EA30 Monkeybar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
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Stem
Jamis XC alloy
Easton EA30 31.8mm clamp
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport SE
WTB Speed V
Seatpost
Jamis alloy micro-adjust, 31.6mm diameter
Easton EA30, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano M65 Centerlock disc
Shimano M65
Rims
Alex DP-17, 32-hole
WTB Speed Disc
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Geax Saguaro
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.