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2001 Jamis Explorer · 1999 Jamis Explorer

Specification2001 Jamis Explorer1999 Jamis Explorer
Overview
Model year20011999
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExplorerExplorer
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID9059184387
Original MSRP$240.00$229.95
ColorsBlack, Blue, OrangeAzure Blue, Gloss Black, Magenta
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"
Weight—31.25 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedPulse-welded
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steelHi-tensile steel
ForkSpinner—
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, unicrown crownHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersSRAM MRXGrip Shift MRX-200
Front derailleurSR FD-TP180GXH, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmShimano Tourney TY-32, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraShimano Tourney TY-30
CranksetSakae CW-XR182PB, 24/34/42 teethSR CW-XR 11, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketThree piece, sealed, 118mm spindleChin Haur CH-48, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth7-speed, 14 - 34 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo resinWellgo LU-943
Brakes
BrakesTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro linear-pull leversTektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-378A levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8"1 1/8" Chin Haur CH-90
HandlebarJamis Hi-RiseSteel, rise
Handlebar extensionsN/ANot included
StemJamis Hi-RiseSteel
SaddleViscountVelo VL-313
SeatpostTrans X JD-555, 26.8mm diameterPolygon PM-790, 26.8mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RFront: Jou Yu JY-731, Rear: Jou Yu JY-734
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-holeSun Rims Z-19, 32-hole
SpokesXingda stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gaugeShun Jiu stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin C-1212
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2001 Jamis Explorer1999 Jamis Explorer
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle74°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm425 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm1055 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm—

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