Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Jamis Comet · 1999 Jamis Comet
| Specification | 1998 Jamis Comet | 1999 Jamis Comet |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 1999 |
| Brand | Jamis | Jamis |
| Model | Comet | Comet |
| Bicycle type | Road race & triathlon | Road race & triathlon |
| Archive ID | 76252 | 88000 |
| Original MSRP | $1,599.95 | $1,499.95 |
| Colors | Gloss White | Saffron Yellow |
| Sizes | 49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm, 61 cm | 47cm, 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm |
| Weight | — | 21 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum, double-butted aero | 7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger |
| Fork | Kinesis Air Foil | Kinesis Air Foil |
| Fork material | Aluminum, aero crown | Aluminum, aero crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano 600 Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Shifters | Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control | Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control |
| Front derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm | Shimano Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra SS | Shimano Ultegra SS |
| Crankset | Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth | Shimano Ultegra, 42/52 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-6500, 118.5mm spindle | Shimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth | 9-speed, 11 - 23 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Time Equipe Challenge Pro | Time Challenge Pro |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers | Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Shimano 600 Ultegra | 1" threadless Cane Creek C2 |
| Handlebar | TTT Forma | TTT Forma |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | N/A |
| Stem | Syncros Altura | Ttt |
| Saddle | SDG Ventura Comp, titanium rails | SDG Comp Belair, titanium rails |
| Seatpost | Thomson Elite, 27.0mm diameter | Thomson Setback, 27.2mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano 600 Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Rims | Mavic CXP 30, 28-hole/32-hole | Mavic CXP 33, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 23c Continental Grand Prix kevlar | 700 x 23c Hutchinson Krono |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels | 700c wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1998 Jamis Comet | 1999 Jamis Comet |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.3° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 989 mm | 988 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.