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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Handling
2002 Jamis Dragon has a 0.5° slacker head-tube angle than 2003 Jamis Dragon in the archived geometry. Frame size is not identified for 2003 Jamis Dragon and 2002 Jamis Dragon.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Gearing
2003 Jamis Dragon has a 8% lower climbing ratio than 2002 Jamis Dragon.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2002 Jamis Dragon had an original MSRP $300 lower than 2003 Jamis Dragon.
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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.67:1Total range567%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.71:1Highest4.18:1Total range592%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; 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
2003 Jamis Dragon
2002 Jamis Dragon
Overview
Model Year
2003
2002
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dragon
Dragon
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$2,899.95
$2,599.95
Colors
Flame Red/Platinum
Red/White
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight
22.5 lb
23.25 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Reynolds 853 double butted
Reynolds 853
Fork
Answer Manitou Skareb Super, 80mm travel
Answer Manitou Mars Super, 3.15" travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum, single triple-clamp crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Shifters
Shimano XTR STI Dual Control
Shimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Shimano XTR top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR SGS Rapid Rise
Shimano XTR SGS
Crankset
Shimano XTR M960, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano XTR M952, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XTR integral, 113mm spindle
Shimano BB-M952, 112.5mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm English
68mm English
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-7701, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Time ATAC Classic
Time ATAC Classic
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR STI Dual Control levers
Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR RapidFire SL levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek S-2
1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek S-2
Handlebar
Answer Hyperlite
Answer Hyperlite
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Thomson Elite
Thomson Elite
Saddle
Fi'zi:k: Nisene Ti
Koski Contour Team
Seatpost
Thomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter
Thomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic Crossmax SL
Mavic Crossmax UST
Rims
Mavic Crossmax SL, 18-hole/24-hole
Mavic Crossmax UST, 18-hole/20-hole
Spokes
Mavic Zicral, aero
Mavic Zicral, aero
Spoke Nipples
Aluminum nipples
Aluminum nipples
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Tubeless
26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Tubeless
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Head-tube angle
71°
70.5°
Seat-tube angle
73.5°
73.5°
Chainstay / rear center
425 mm
424.2 mm
Wheelbase
1062 mm
1054.1 mm
Fork offset / rake
38.1 mm
38.1 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run. Legacy reference geometry is model-level historical data whose corresponding frame size is not identified; compare those dimensions as reference values rather than size-normalized fit data.