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2005 Jamis Explorer 4.0 · 2004 Jamis Explorer 4.0

Specification2005 Jamis Explorer 4.02004 Jamis Explorer 4.0
Overview
Model year20052004
BrandJamisJamis
ModelExplorer 4.0Explorer 4.0
Bicycle typeComfort/commuterComfort/commuter
Archive ID9313992442
Original MSRP$599.95$569.95
ColorsSilver, Silver/BlueBrushed, Silver/Red
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 18", 21", womens 14.5", womens 17.5"13.5", 15.5", 18", 21", womens 14.5", womens 17.5"
Weight32.75 lb31.75 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum6061 T6 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Metro GPS, 50mm travelRock Shox Metro GPS, 50mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupComfort MixComfort Mix
ShiftersSRAM Dual DriveSRAM Dual Drive
Front derailleurSRAM 3.0, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mmSRAM 3.0, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurSRAM Dual DriveSRAM Dual Drive
CranksetSRAM Dual Drive, 22/32/42 teethSRAM Dual Drive, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed, 111mm spindleSealed, 111mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP aluminumVictor VP aluminum
Brakes
BrakesTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro Tenera leversTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro Tenera levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless steel1 1/8" threadless steel
HandlebarSteel, 1" riseSteel, 1" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum, adjustableAluminum, adjustable
SaddleJamis ComfortJamis Comfort
SeatpostAluminum suspension, 27.2mm diameterAluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RAluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann CN-520, 36-holeWeinmann CN-520, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda Komfort26 x 1.95" Kenda Komfort
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2005 Jamis Explorer 4.02004 Jamis Explorer 4.0
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—71°
Seat-tube angle—73.5°
Chainstay / rear center—445 mm
Wheelbase—1059 mm
Fork offset / rake—45 mm

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