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1999 Jamis Boss Cruiser · 2009 Jamis Boss Cruiser

Specification	1999 Jamis Boss Cruiser	2009 Jamis Boss Cruiser
Overview
Model year	1999	2009
Brand	Jamis	Jamis
Model	Boss Cruiser	Boss Cruiser
Bicycle type	Cruiser	Cruiser
Archive ID	83758	17954
Original MSRP	$219.95	$375.00
Colors	Metallic Black, Metallic Saffron, Starbeam Blue, Starbeam Green, Starbeam Magenta, Starbeam Red	Gloss Black/Inca Gold/Khaki, Mash
Sizes	19", 21", 23", 25", womens 17.5", womens 19"	17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23.5"
Weight	—	28.7 lb
Frameset
Frame construction	TIG-welded	TIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel	7005 aluminum
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown	High-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A	N/A
Drivetrain
Component group	Cruiser Mix	Cruiser Mix
Shifters	N/A	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A	N/A
Crankset	1-piece 6 1/2", 44 teeth	Forged Alloy, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece	Cotterless, 119mm spindle
BB shell width	American	68mm
Cassette	—	Shimano
Rear cogs	1-speed, 21 teeth	1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"	KMC Z51 NP
Pedals	Jamis Sand Jam	Cruiser Platform
Brakes
Brakes	Coaster rear	Shimano coaster rear
Cockpit & contact points
Headset	1" Victor	1 1/8" sealed
Handlebar	Steel, rise	Jamis Cruise Control
Handlebar extensions	N/A	Not included
Stem	Alloy 4 bolt	Alloy hi-rise quill
Saddle	Jamis cruiser	Boss Cruiser w/Springs
Seatpost	Pillar, steel, 25.4mm diameter	Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
Hubs	Front: steel, nutted, Rear: coaster brake	Front: Alloy nutted, Rear: Shimano Coaster Brake
Rims	Sun Rims Z-25, 36-hole	Alex Zuma, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge	Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples	—
Front tire	26 x 2.125" Jamis Sand Jam	26 x 2.125" Jamis Cruise Control
Wheel size	26" wheels	26" wheels

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