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2003 Jamis Explorer 3.0 · 2005 Jamis Explorer 3.0

Specification2003 Jamis Explorer 3.02005 Jamis Explorer 3.0
Overview
Model year20032005
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExplorer 3.0Explorer 3.0
Bicycle typeComfort/commuterComfort/commuter
Archive ID3048993140
Original MSRP$339.95$389.95
ColorsMetallic Black/SilverFlake, Royal BlueRed/Silver, Silver/Black, Silver/Aqua
Sizes12", 14", 17", 19", 21", womens 14.5", womens 17.5"13.5", 15.5", 18", 21", womens 14.5", womens 17.5"
Weight32.25 lb33.25 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum6061 T6 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Metro GPSRock Shox Metro GPS, 50mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupComfort MixComfort Mix
ShiftersSRAM MRXShimano Acera EF29
Front derailleurShimano Acera, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmShimano Acera, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano AlivioShimano Acera
CranksetCyclone aluminum, 22/32/42 teethRPM forged, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed, 122.5mm spindleSealed, 117.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 34 teeth8-speed, 13 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC IG-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP aluminumResin platform
Brakes
BrakesTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro Tenera leversTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro Tenera levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless steel1 1/8" threadless steel
HandlebarSteel, 1" riseSteel, 1" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum, adjustableAluminum, adjustable
SaddleViscount Super ComfortJamis Comfort
SeatpostAluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameterAluminum suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RAluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann CN-520, 36-holeWeinmann CN-520, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda Kross26 x 1.95" Kenda Komfort
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2003 Jamis Explorer 3.02005 Jamis Explorer 3.0
Selected size / positionLegacy reference—
Head-tube angle71°—
Seat-tube angle73.5°—
Chainstay / rear center445 mm—
Wheelbase1059 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 11, 2026.