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1998 Jamis Coda · 1997 Jamis Coda

Specification1998 Jamis Coda1997 Jamis Coda
Overview
Model year19981997
BrandJamisJamis
ModelCodaCoda
Bicycle typeHybridHybrid
Archive ID7488160967
Original MSRP$609.95$549.95
ColorsFlame RedMetallica silver
Sizes16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23"16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23"
Weight—24.3 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 525Chromoly, double-butted
ForkJamisSpinner
Fork materialChromoly, butted, unicrown crownChromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano NexaveGrip Shift/Shimano STX-RC
ShiftersShimano NexaveGrip Shift ESP 500
Front derailleurShimano Nexave top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mmShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano NexaveGrip Shift ESP 5.0
CranksetShimano Nexave, 28/38/48 teethShimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110.5mm spindleShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo w/clips & strapsWellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano Nexave modulated V brakes, Shimano Nexave leversShimano STX-RC M-System brakes, Avid SD-2.0 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Victor VP-2421" Victor VP-H81NW
HandlebarKalloy Riser 6061 buttedKalloy aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemKalloy chromolyKalloy chromoly
SaddleJamis CompViscount 2973
SeatpostPost Moderne suspension, 26.8mm diameterKalloy SP-265, 26.8 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsFront: Formula aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano R080Shimano STX-RC
RimsSun Rims CR18, 36-holeSun Rims CR18, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
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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Measurement1998 Jamis Coda1997 Jamis Coda
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°72°
Seat-tube angle74°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center435 mm434.3 mm
Wheelbase1051 mm1046.5 mm
Fork offset / rake50 mm50.8 mm

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