Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Jamis Dakar Sport · 1996 Jamis Dakar Sport
| Specification | 1997 Jamis Dakar Sport | 1996 Jamis Dakar Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1996 |
| Brand | Jamis | Jamis |
| Model | Dakar Sport | Dakar Sport |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 61088 | 56009 |
| Original MSRP | $1,199.95 | $1,269.00 |
| Colors | Charcoal, green | Light blue, orange |
| Sizes | 15", 17", 19", 21" | 15", 17", 19", 21" |
| Weight | 27.2 lb | 26.75 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | Welded aluminum |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum, double-butted | 7005 aluminum, double-butted |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy XC | Rock Shox Quadra 21R |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Cane Creek AD-4, 3.0" travel | Noleen, 2.5" travel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano Deore LX |
| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL | Grip Shift SRT-600 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano Deore LX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth | Sugino Impel 300, 22/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle | Shimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless) | Wellgo WPD-96A (clipless) |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers | Shimano STX-RC M-System brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7N levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 |
| Handlebar | Titec Enduro Hell Bent | Spectre Wonderbar |
| Handlebar extensions | Titec L-Bend | Not included |
| Stem | Kalloy Uno | Spectre Flip Flop forged alloy |
| Saddle | Viscount 2973 | Vetta AT Transverse |
| Seatpost | Titec PG, 27.2 mm diameter | Spectre UL Comp, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano STX-RC | — |
| Rims | Sun Rims CR18, 32-hole | Sun Metal CRE16, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor | 26 x 1.90" Onza Rail kevlar |
| Rear tire | — | 26 x 1.90" Onza Rip kevlar |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1997 Jamis Dakar Sport | 1996 Jamis Dakar Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089.7 mm | 1071.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.