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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2011 Jamis Dakar XC Comp and 2010 Jamis Dakar XC Comp.

  2. Gearing

    2010 Jamis Dakar XC Comp has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2011 Jamis Dakar XC Comp.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2011 Jamis Dakar XC Comp44/33/22T · 11–32T · 10-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear28.1 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.

2010 Jamis Dakar XC Comp42/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.82:1Total range590%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.5 mphHighest gear26.8 mph

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.

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Specification
2011 Jamis Dakar XC Comp
2010 Jamis Dakar XC Comp
Overview
Model Year
2011
2010
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakar XC Comp
Dakar XC Comp
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$1,600.00
Not documented
Colors
Monterey blue/pearl white
Victory Red/Pearl White
Sizes
13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23"
13", 15", 17", 19", 21", 23"
Weight
30.75 lbs
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Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
RockShox Tora TK Coil, 100mm travel
Rock Shox Tora XC Coil, 100mm travel
Fork Material
—
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown crown
Rear Shock
RockShox Ario, 90mm travel
RockShox Bar 2.1, 90mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.7
Shimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front Derailleur
SRAM X.7, 34.9mm top pull
Shimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 34.9mm
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
Shimano Deore XT Shadow
Crankset
SRAM S1000, 44/33/22t teeth
Shimano M442, 42/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Shimano ES25, 118mm spindle
BB Shell Width
—
68mm
Cassette
SRAM PG-1050
SRAM 950
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
KMC DX10SC
KMC Z9000
Pedals
Flats, steel outer cage
FPD Clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 3 hydraulic disc brakes, Avid Elixir 3 levers
Shimano M575 w/160mm rotor brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSa ZS-4D
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS-2K
Handlebar
Ritchey MTN Riser OS
Ritchey MTN Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Ritchey 4-Bolt
Ritchey 4-Bolt
Saddle
Jamis Trail
Jamis Trail
Seatpost
Ritchey OS 2-Bolt, 31.6mm diameter
Ritchey 2-Bolt, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore M595 Center Lock Disc
Shimano Deore M535 Center Lock Disc
Rims
Mavic XM 117, 32-hole
Mavic XM117 disc, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless Steel stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.1'' Geax Mezcal
26 x 2.1" Geax Saguaro
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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