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2001 Jamis Explorer · 1998 Jamis Explorer

Specification2001 Jamis Explorer1998 Jamis Explorer
Overview
Model year20011998
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExplorerExplorer
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID9059171518
Original MSRP$240.00$239.95
ColorsBlack, Blue, OrangeFlame Red, Gloss 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 16", womens 19"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steelHi-tensile steel
ForkSpinnerJamis
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, unicrown crownHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersSRAM MRXGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurSR FD-TP180GXH, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmShimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraShimano Tourney TY-22
CranksetSakae CW-XR182PB, 24/34/42 teethSR XR11, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketThree piece, sealed, 118mm spindleChin Haur CH-48, 118mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo resinWellgo
Brakes
BrakesTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro linear-pull leversShimano Altus brakes, GS-1 alloy levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8"1 1/8" Chin Haur CH90
HandlebarJamis Hi-RiseHsin Lung steel
Handlebar extensionsN/ANot included
StemJamis Hi-RiseJamis
SaddleViscountJamis Sport
SeatpostTrans X JD-555, 26.8mm diameterPillar, steel, 26.8mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RFront: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: aluminum, nutted
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-holeWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesXingda stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin26 x 1.95" Kenda K-850
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2001 Jamis Explorer1998 Jamis Explorer
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°70.5°
Seat-tube angle74°72.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm430 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm1050 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm50 mm

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