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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2011 Jamis Laser 16.
- Identity & price
2011 Jamis Laser 16 had an original MSRP $171 lower than 2021 Jamis LASER 16.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
- Data limitation
Published weights cannot be compared because the measurement conditions are missing or differ.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2021 Jamis Laser 16
2011 Jamis Laser 16
Overview
Model Year
2021
2011
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Laser 16
Laser 16
Bicycle Type
Youth
Juvenile
Original MSRP
$345.95
$175.00
Colors
Ano Deep Blue, Victory Red
Electric green, Victory Blue
Sizes
8″ B
8"
Weight
22.75 lbs
27.75 lbs
Frameset
Frame Construction
Lightweight 6061 aluminum MX-moto frame design, includes chainguard and training wheels
Steel
Frame Material
Aluminum
MX Hi-Ten
Fork
Tubular unicrown, MX Hi-Ten,straight blades
Hi Ten
Fork Material
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Steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
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Juvenile Mix
Crankset
Cold-forged steel, electro-plated black finish, 3 1/2” arms, 28T chainring
Cold-forged steel, 36T teeth
Bottom Bracket
OPC bearing type, VP-B35
Opc
Chain
KMC C410
KMC Z410
Pedals
BMX high-impact resin pedals
BMX resin
Brakes
Brakes
Hi-Stop rear coaster brake
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Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Standard threaded type, 22.2mm.
Standard threaded type
Handlebar
BMX style with safety bell
BMX style
Handlebar Extensions
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Not included
Stem
BMX alloy with front facing removable cap, 150mm quill
BMX Alloy
Saddle
Jamis BMX Jr.
Jamis Jr BMX
Seatpost
Pillar, electro-plated black finish, 27.2 x 250mm with 31.8mm alloy clamp
Pillar, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
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Front: steel, Rear: Hi Stop coaster brake
Wheels
Electro-plated black steel 28H rims, steel front and Hi- Stop coaster brake rear hubs, 14G black electroplated spokes
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Rims
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Steel, 28-hole
Spokes
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Nickel-plated, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
CST Dirt Knobbies, 16 x 2.125”
16 x 2.125" CST Dirt Knobbies
Rear Tire
CST Dirt Knobbies, 16 x 2.125”
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Wheel Size
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16" wheels
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
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Effective top tube
395 mm
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Head-tube angle
70°
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Seat-tube angle
70°
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Head tube
85 mm
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Chainstay / rear center
336 mm
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Wheelbase
768 mm
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Bottom-bracket height
203 mm
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Standover height
423 mm
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Fork offset / rake
35 mm
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Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.