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2003 Jamis Exile · 2005 Jamis Exile

Specification2003 Jamis Exile2005 Jamis Exile
Overview
Model year20032005
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExileExile
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID3035093114
Original MSRP$729.95$899.95
ColorsCamo Green/BuffAno Black
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight26.25 lb28.75 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 520Reynolds 520
ForkAnswer Manitou Axel Elite, 80mm travelManitou Axel Super, 80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SLSRAM X-7
Front derailleurShimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mmSRAM X.7, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore SGSSRAM X.7
CranksetTruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teethTruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketTruVativ DH ISIS, 113mm spindleTruVativ ISIS Drive SL, 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-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo aluminumShimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
BrakesAvid Single Digit 3 brakes, Avid AD 3 leversAvid BB-5 disc front/Avid BB-5 disc rear brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe STS1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarAnswer TaperliteTruVativ XR flat
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemRitchey Logic CompTruVativ XR
SaddleWTB Speed V CompWTB Speed V Comp
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameterTruVativ XR Single Clamp, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano DeoreFront: Shimano M475 disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
RimsMavic X139, 32-holeAlex TD-17, 32-hole
SpokesWTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gaugeWTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Scorpion26 x 2.10" Hutchinson Bulldog AirLight
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2003 Jamis Exile2005 Jamis Exile
Selected size / positionLegacy reference—
Head-tube angle71°—
Seat-tube angle73.5°—
Chainstay / rear center425 mm—
Wheelbase1062 mm—
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm—

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.