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2005 Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0 · 2004 Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0

Specification2005 Jamis Dakar XLT 1.02004 Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0
Overview
Model year20052004
BrandJamisJamis
ModelDakar XLT 1.0Dakar XLT 1.0
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspensionMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID9310792454
Original MSRP$1,729.95$1,599.95
ColorsAno SilverRed/Black
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight31.75 lb30.5 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum7005 aluminum
ForkManitou Minute 1:00, 100 - 130mm adjustable travelAnswer Manitou Black Comp, 125mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockManitou Swinger SPV, 125mm travelAnswer Manitou SPV 4-way, 125mm travel
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SLShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurSRAM X.7, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmShimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGSShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetTruVativ Hussefelt, 22/32/44 teethTruVativ Hussefelt, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketTruVativ ISIS SPL, 113mm spindleTruVativ GIGA pipe SL, 113mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M505 SPDWellgo dual function w/alloy cage
Brakes
BrakesHayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc front/Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic rear leversHayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" Zero Stack Threadless WTB Race1 1/8" Zero Stack Threadless Cane Creek ZS-2
HandlebarTruVativ LETruvativ XC riser
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemTruVativ XRTruVativ XR
SaddleWTB Laser V CompWTB Laser V Comp
SeatpostTruVativ XR Single Clamp, 27.2mm diameterTruVativ Team, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano Deore discShimano Deore disc
RimsMavic XM 117 Disc, 32-holeMavic XM 117 Disc, 32-hole
SpokesWTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeWTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.30" Hutchinson Spider26 x 2.30" Hutchinson Scorpion
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2005 Jamis Dakar XLT 1.02004 Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—70°
Seat-tube angle—74°
Chainstay / rear center—435 mm
Wheelbase—1090 mm
Fork offset / rake—38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.