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1996 Jamis Explorer (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 54154

Overview

Model year1996
BrandJamis
ModelExplorer (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID54154
Original MSRP$249.95
ColorsBlack, light blue, satin
Sizes14.5", 16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", womens 17.5"
Weight30.75 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
ForkAkisu
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Tourney TY-22
ShiftersGrip Shift Quickshift
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22
CranksetSR CW-XR05, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin TH-30, 122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-943

Brakes

BrakesJo-Ying 990A brakes, Jo-Ying 292A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tien Hsin TH-K2
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleJamis MTB
SeatpostPillar, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAlex VP-20, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Duro Diamond Grip
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube561.3 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center436.9 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.