Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Jamis Dragon · 1996 Jamis Dragon
| Specification | 1997 Jamis Dragon | 1996 Jamis Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1996 |
| Brand | Jamis | Jamis |
| Model | Dragon | Dragon |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 62209 | 50904 |
| Original MSRP | $1,799.95 | $1,639.95 |
| Colors | Red | Polished |
| Sizes | 11", 13", 15", 17", 19", 21" | 14.5", 16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5" |
| Weight | 24.5 lb | 23.75 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Reynolds 853 | Chromoly, double-butted, heat-treated |
| Fork | Answer Manitou SX | Rock Shox Judy XC |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Grip Shift/Shimano Deore XT | Shimano Deore LX |
| Shifters | Grip Shift ESP 900 | Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Grip Shift ESP 9.0 | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth | White Industries, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN72, 110 mm spindle | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless) | Ritchey Logic (clipless) |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-3.0 levers | Onza H.O. brakes, Avid levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DLC | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2 |
| Handlebar | Titec Enduro 155 | Spectre Wonderbar |
| Handlebar extensions | Titec L-Bend | Not included |
| Stem | Syncros Cattlehead | Spectre Flip Flop forged alloy |
| Saddle | Vetta AT Transverse, manganese rails | Vetta AT Transverse, maganese rails |
| Seatpost | Titec AL-235, 27.0 mm diameter | Spectre UL Comp, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT | — |
| Rims | Front: Mavic 220, Rear: Mavic 221, 32-hole | Mavic 220, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted | Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor kevlar | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| 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 Dragon | 1996 Jamis Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71.5° | 71.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059.2 mm | 1041.4 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 12, 2026.