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2003 Jamis Exile · 2004 Jamis Exile

Specification2003 Jamis Exile2004 Jamis Exile
Overview
Model year20032004
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExileExile
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID3035092447
Original MSRP$729.95$829.95
ColorsCamo Green/BuffBlue/Black
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight26.25 lb26.25 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 520Reynolds 520
ForkAnswer Manitou Axel Elite, 80mm travelAnswer Manitou Axel Elite, 80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SLShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mmShimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore SGSShimano Deore SGS
CranksetTruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teethTruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketTruVativ DH ISIS, 113mm spindleTruVativ DH ISIS, 113mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo aluminumShimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
BrakesAvid Single Digit 3 brakes, Avid AD 3 leversAvid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid FR-1 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe STS1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe STS
HandlebarAnswer TaperliteAnswer Taperlite
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemRitchey Logic CompRitchey Logic Comp
SaddleWTB Speed V CompWTB Speed V Comp
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameterAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano DeoreShimano Deore
RimsMavic X139, 32-holeAlex TD-17, 32-hole
SpokesWTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gaugeWTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Scorpion26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Mosquito
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2003 Jamis Exile2004 Jamis Exile
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm425 mm
Wheelbase1062 mm1062 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 12, 2026.