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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2005 Jamis Dakar XC Expert and 2006 Jamis Dakar XC Expert.
- Gearing
2006 Jamis Dakar XC Expert has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2005 Jamis Dakar XC Expert.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2005 Jamis Dakar XC Expert had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2006 Jamis Dakar XC Expert.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
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
2005 Jamis Dakar XC Expert
2006 Jamis Dakar XC Expert
Overview
Model Year
2005
2006
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakar XC Expert
Dakar XC Expert
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$2,099.95
$2,300.00
Colors
Red
Candy Red/Ano Silver
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight
27.25 lb
27.75 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded/bonded
Frame Material
Aluminum/carbon fiber seat stays
Kinesium Alloy/Carbon Stays
Fork
Fox FRL, 100mm travel
Fox Float RL, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float RL AVA, 90mm travel
Fox Float RP3, 90mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Shimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT SGS
Shimano Deore XT
Crankset
TruVativ Stylo Team, 22/32/44 teeth
Truvativ Stylo Team, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ GIGA pipe
Truvativ GXP, 113mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm English
68mm English
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG93, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG93, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Crank Brothers Candy C
Crank Brothers Candy C
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore LX hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers
Avid Juicy 5 brakes, Avid Juicy 5 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Zero Stack Threadless WTB Team
1 1/8" integrated WTB Team
Handlebar
Truvativ XR riser
Truvativ XR riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
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Stem
TruVativ XR
Truvativ XR
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Gobi
Fi'zi:k Gobi Cr-Mo Rails
Seatpost
TruVativ XR Dual Clamp, 27.2mm diameter
Truvativ XR Dual Clamp, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore XT disc
Shimano Deore disc
Rims
Mavic XM 317, 32-hole
Front: Mavic XM 317, Rear: Mavic XM-317 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
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Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Hutchinson Bulldog AirLight
26 x 2.10" Hutchinson Bulldog AirLight
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.