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1996 Jamis Boss Cruiser-6

Velopedia Archive ID 51291

Overview

Model year1996
BrandJamis
ModelBoss Cruiser-6
Bicycle typeCruiser
Archive ID51291
Original MSRP$279.95
ColorsBlack, black cherry, dark blue, green, white
Sizes19", 23", 25", womens 17.5", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkMX Tubular
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Tourney TY-22
ShiftersGrip Shift Quickshift
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22
Crankset1-piece 6 1/2", 44 teeth
Bottom bracketOne piece
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-879-1

Brakes

BrakesMX 100 alloy caliper brakes, Jo-Ying 393PA levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tien Hsin
HandlebarCruiser Bend
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemHsin Lung
SaddleCruiser w/springs
SeatpostPillar, 25.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAlex alloy, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.125" Jamis Sand Jam
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle70°
Chainstay / rear center475 mm
Wheelbase1079.5 mm
Fork offset / rake34.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.