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1998 Jamis Durango Sport SX · 1999 Jamis Durango Sport SX

Specification1998 Jamis Durango Sport SX1999 Jamis Durango Sport SX
Overview
Model year19981999
BrandJamisJamis
ModelDurango Sport SXDurango Sport SX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID7986581024
Original MSRP$459.95$399.95
ColorsFlame Red, Gloss WhiteGloss Black, Kiwi Green
Sizes11", 13", 15", 17", 19", 21"11", 13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight—29.5 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromolyChromoly
ForkRST 281RST 281, 2.5" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crownAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400Shimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mmShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano AlivioShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teethShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110mm spindleShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo w/clips & strapsWellgo LU-943 w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro leversTektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro 381A levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" Victor VP-H98W sealed1 1/8" Victor VP-H98W
HandlebarHsin Lung steelChromoly riser
Handlebar extensionsKalloy aluminumNot included
StemJamisChromoly
SaddleJamis CompVelo VL-313
SeatpostKalloy aluminum micro-adjust, 26.8mm diameterKalloy SP-242, 26.8mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsFormula aluminum, Q/RFront: Formula OV 31, Rear: Formula OV 32
RimsSun Rims Z-19, 32-holeSun Rims Z-19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeSha-Dar stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.20" WTB Primal Raptor26 x 1.95" Hutchinson Chameleon
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1998 Jamis Durango Sport SX1999 Jamis Durango Sport SX
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm425 mm
Wheelbase1055 mm1055 mm

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