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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0 and 2007 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0.
- Equipment
2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0 has 20 mm more front travel than 2007 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2007 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0 had an original MSRP $700 lower than 2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0.
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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.3; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.35; 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.
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Specification
2009 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0
2007 Jamis Dakar XAM 1.0
Overview
Model Year
2009
2007
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakar XAM 1.0
Dakar XAM 1.0
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$2,600.00
$1,900.00
Colors
Flesh
Sandstone
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 21"
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Weight
33.9 lb
32.5 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
Kinesium 7005 aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi 55 TST2, 160mm travel
Fox 32 Float RL, 140mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox DHX Air 4.0, 150mm travel
Fox DHX Air 3.0, 130mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore LX
Shifters
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Shimano Deore LX RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano Deore XT High Normal
Crankset
Shimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech II
Shimano Hollowtech II
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
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Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-971
Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Crank Brothers Acid
Crank Bros Smarty
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker Ryde w/180mm rotor front/Hayes Stroker Ryde w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde Hydraulic levers
Hayes HFX-9 brakes, Hayes HFX-9 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Syncros Hardcore
1 1/8" integrated FSA Orbit Z
Handlebar
Syncros AM OS riser
Easton EA50
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Syncros FL 31.8mm
Easton Vice AM
Saddle
Syncros FL
WTB Pure V Race
Seatpost
Syncros FR, 31.6mm diameter
Easton Vice, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula disc 20mm, Rear: Shimano M475 disc
Front: Shimano HB-M475 disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims
Mavic XM317, 32-hole
Mavic XM317, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.35" Maxxis High Roller
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.