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1997 Jamis Durango SX · 1999 Jamis Durango SX

Specification1997 Jamis Durango SX1999 Jamis Durango SX
Overview
Model year19971999
BrandJamisJamis
ModelDurango SXDurango SX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID6781484137
Original MSRP$619.95$499.95
ColorsBlue, grey, matte copperBone White, Flame Red
Sizes11", 13", 15", 17", 19", 21"12", 14", 17", 19", 21"
Weight28.7 lb28.25 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRock Shox Indy CRST 381R, 2.75" travel
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crownAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano STXMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SLShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mmShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STXShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teethShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindleShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC IG-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-955S w/clips & strapsWellgo LU-955A w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesDia-Compe VC-747 brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 leversTektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro 381A levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-21 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarKalloy aluminumKalloy Riser 6061 butted
Handlebar extensionsKalloy aluminumNot included
StemKalloy aluminumKalloy aluminum
SaddleViscount 2974Velo VL-2000
SeatpostKalloy SP-265, 26.8 mm diameterKalloy SP-339, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano AlivioFront: Formula OV 31, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsSun Rims CR18, 32-holeSun Rims ZJ-19, 32-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeSha-Dar stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Duro HF-85526 x 1.95" Hutchinson Chameleon
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1997 Jamis Durango SX1999 Jamis Durango SX
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71.5°71°
Seat-tube angle73°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm425 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm1055 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm—

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.