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2001 Jamis Explorer SX · 2002 Jamis Explorer SX

Specification2001 Jamis Explorer SX2002 Jamis Explorer SX
Overview
Model year20012002
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExplorer SXExplorer SX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID9058936911
Original MSRP$290.00$259.95
ColorsRed, SilverRed/Chrome, White/Black
Sizes14.5, 14.5", 16, 17.5, 19.5, 21.5", womens 17.5"14.5", 16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", womens 14.5", womens 17.5"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steelChromoly/hi-tensile steel
ForkSpinner, 2.5" travelInSync 266, 2.5" travel
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crownAluminum, single triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersSRAM MRXSRAM MRX
Front derailleurSR FD-TP180GXH, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmSRAM 3.0, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraShimano Acera
CranksetSakae CW-XR182PB, 24/34/42 teethCyclone aluminum, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketThree piece, sealed, 118mm spindleThree piece, sealed, 120mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo resinWellgo resin
Brakes
BrakesTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro linear-pull leversTektro forged linear-pull brakes, Tektro linear-pull levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8"1 1/8" threadless Tange Seiki TG-3
HandlebarJamis Hi-RiseAluminum, rise
Handlebar extensionsN/ANot included
StemJamis Hi-RiseJamis aluminum threadless
SaddleViscountViscount Bodyfit
SeatpostTrans X JD-555, 26.8mm diameterAluminum micro-adjust, 29.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RAluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-holeWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesXingda stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2001 Jamis Explorer SX2002 Jamis Explorer SX
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle74°74°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm38.1 mm

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