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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2005 Jamis Laser 1.6 is BMX; 2006 Jamis Laser 1.6 is Kids.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2005 Jamis Laser 1.6 and 2006 Jamis Laser 1.6.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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 Laser 1.6
2006 Jamis Laser 1.6
Overview
Model Year
2005
2006
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Laser 1.6
Laser 1.6
Bicycle Type
BMX
Juvenile
Original MSRP
$129.00
$150.00
Colors
Blue, Red
Radium Blue/Pearl White
Sizes
Boys 8"
Boys 8"
Weight
—
27 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Hi-tensile steel
Aluminum
Fork
—
Jamis
Fork Material
High-tensile steel, unicrown crown
High-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Juvenile Mix
Shifters
—
SRAM MRX
Front Derailleur
—
Shimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
—
Shimano RD-TX30
Crankset
Steel one-piece, 36 teeth
Steel one-piece, 36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Vp
One piece
Rear Cogs
1-speed
1-speed
Chain
KMC Z410, 1/2 x 1/8"
KMC Z410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals
Resin MTB
Resin platform w/non-slip insert
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster brake rear
Aluminum linear-pull front/KT coaster rear brakes, aluminum linear-pull levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Aheadset
1" threaded steel
Handlebar
BMX
BMX
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Aluminum
BMX 2-Bolt
Saddle
Jamis ATB
Jamis Jr. BMX
Seatpost
Aluminum pillar, 26.6mm diameter
Pillar, steel, 28.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum
Front: Heavy Duty, Rear: KT coaster brake
Rims
Aluminum, 28-hole
ED Black Steel
Spokes
Stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
UCP, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
16 x 1.75" Cheng Shin
16 x 2.125" Brooklyn Speedway
Wheel Size
16" wheels
16" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.