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1997 Jamis Coda · 1998 Jamis Coda

Specification1997 Jamis Coda1998 Jamis Coda
Overview
Model year19971998
BrandJamisJamis
ModelCodaCoda
Bicycle typeHybridHybrid
Archive ID6096774881
Original MSRP$549.95$609.95
ColorsMetallica silverFlame Red
Sizes16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23"16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23"
Weight24.3 lb—
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, double-buttedReynolds 525
ForkSpinnerJamis
Fork materialChromoly, butted, unicrown crownChromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupGrip Shift/Shimano STX-RCShimano Nexave
ShiftersGrip Shift ESP 500Shimano Nexave
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mmShimano Nexave top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurGrip Shift ESP 5.0Shimano Nexave
CranksetShimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teethShimano Nexave, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindleShimano BB-LP26, 110.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-951 w/clips & strapsWellgo w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano STX-RC M-System brakes, Avid SD-2.0 leversShimano Nexave modulated V brakes, Shimano Nexave levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Victor VP-H81NW1" Victor VP-242
HandlebarKalloy aluminumKalloy Riser 6061 butted
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemKalloy chromolyKalloy chromoly
SaddleViscount 2973Jamis Comp
SeatpostKalloy SP-265, 26.8 mm diameterPost Moderne suspension, 26.8mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano STX-RCFront: Formula aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano R080
RimsSun Rims CR18, 32-holeSun Rims CR18, 36-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm double buttedStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c Cheng Shin C-1069700 x 38c Cheng Shin C-1069
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1997 Jamis Coda1998 Jamis Coda
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle72°71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°74°
Chainstay / rear center434.3 mm435 mm
Wheelbase1046.5 mm1051 mm
Fork offset / rake50.8 mm50 mm

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