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2004 Jamis Dakota XC · 2003 Jamis Dakota XC

Specification2004 Jamis Dakota XC2003 Jamis Dakota XC
Overview
Model year20042003
BrandJamisJamis
ModelDakota XCDakota XC
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID9245030349
Original MSRP$1,399.95$1,399.95
ColorsRed/Gloss BlackBrushed Silver/Gloss Black
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight24.25 lb24.25 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 631Reynolds 631
ForkAnswer Manitou Skareb Elite, 80mm travelAnswer Manitou Skareb Elite, 80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SLShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mmShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGSShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetTruVativ Stylo, 22/32/44 teethShimano Deore LX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-ES51, 113mm spindleShimano BB-ES51, 113mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTime ATAC AliumTime ATAC Alium
Brakes
BrakesAvid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid FR-1 leversAvid Single Digit 7 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe SAS1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe SAS
HandlebarTruvativ XC riserAnswer Taperlite
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemTruVativ XRRitchey Logic Pro
SaddleFi'zi:k Plateau, chrome-moly railsFi'zi:k Plateau, chrome-moly rails
SeatpostThomson Elite, 27.2mm diameterThomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsMavic CrosslandMavic Crossroc
RimsMavic CrosslandMavic Crossroc UST, 20-hole
SpokesMavicMavic stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples—Brass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Tubeless26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Tubeless
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2004 Jamis Dakota XC2003 Jamis Dakota XC
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm425 mm
Wheelbase1062 mm1062 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 12, 2026.