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2003 Jamis Explorer 3.0 · 2006 Jamis Explorer 3.0

Specification2003 Jamis Explorer 3.02006 Jamis Explorer 3.0
Overview
Model year20032006
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExplorer 3.0Explorer 3.0
Bicycle typeComfort/commuterComfort/commuter
Archive ID3048994283
Original MSRP$339.95$425.00
ColorsMetallic Black/SilverFlake, Royal BlueAno Red/Ano Silver, Ano Black/Ano Orange
Sizes12", 14", 17", 19", 21", womens 14.5", womens 17.5"13.5", 15.5", 18", 21"
Weight32.25 lb34 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum6061 PG Aluminum
ForkRock Shox Metro GPSSR Suntour XCM
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownAluminum/steel, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupComfort MixComfort Mix
ShiftersSRAM MRXShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Acera, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmShimano FD-C051, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano AlivioShimano Alivio
CranksetCyclone aluminum, 22/32/42 teethRPM aluminum, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed, 122.5mm spindleLoose ball
BB shell width68mm English—
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 34 teeth8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP aluminumResin platform
Brakes
BrakesTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro Tenera leversTektro aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Acera levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless steel1 1/8" sealed
HandlebarSteel, 1" riseHi-rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included—
StemAluminum, adjustableAluminum adjustable
SaddleViscount Super ComfortJamis Comfort
SeatpostAluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameterSuspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RFormula aluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann CN-520, 36-holeWeinmann 520, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples—
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda Kross26 x 1.95" Jamis Sport Comfort
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2003 Jamis Explorer 3.02006 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.