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1998 Jamis Bossy (02) · 1996 Jamis Bossy (02)

Specification1998 Jamis Bossy (02)1996 Jamis Bossy (02)
Overview
Model year19981996
BrandJamisJamis
ModelBossy (02)Bossy (02)
Bicycle typeJuvenileJuvenile
Archive ID7429152412
Original MSRP$159.95$169.95
ColorsGrape, PinkGrape
SizesGirlsGirls 11.5"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded steel
Frame materialHi-tensile steelHi-tensile steel
ForkJamisMX Tubular
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crownHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupN/AN/A
ShiftersN/AN/A
Front derailleurN/AN/A
Rear derailleurN/AN/A
Crankset1-piece steel, 36 teeth1-piece 5 1/2", 36 teeth
Bottom bracketOne pieceOne piece
BB shell widthAmerican68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed, 21 teeth1-speed, 18 teeth
ChainKMC, 1/2 x 1/8"KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsResinVictor VP-810
Brakes
BrakesCoaster brakeKT coaster brake
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Jamis Cruiser1" Tien Hsin
HandlebarCruiser BendCruiser Bend
Handlebar extensionsN/AN/A
StemAluminumHsin Lung
SaddleBossy CruiserCruiser w/springs
SeatpostPillar, steelPillar, 25.4 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsFront: steel, nutted, Rear: coaster brake w/training wheels—
RimsSteel, 36-holeCMC 7X steel, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gaugeSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples—Brass nipples
Front tire20 x 2.125" Bossy Street Tread20 x 2.125" Cheng Shin C-640
Wheel size20" wheels20" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1998 Jamis Bossy (02)1996 Jamis Bossy (02)
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—73°
Seat-tube angle—71°
Chainstay / rear center—373.4 mm
Wheelbase—904.2 mm
Fork offset / rake—35.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.