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1997 Jamis Bossy 16

Velopedia Archive ID 63959

Overview

Model year1997
BrandJamis
ModelBossy 16
Bicycle typeJuvenile
Archive ID63959
Original MSRP$149.95
ColorsPink, purple
Sizes8"
Weight32 lb

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
Crankset1-piece 4 1/2", 32 teeth
Bottom bracketOne piece
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed, 18 teeth
ChainKMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsVictor VP-210

Brakes

BrakesKT coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Chin Haur CH66-3
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemHsin Lung MX-552
SaddleVelo VL-175-2
SeatpostPillar, steel, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Kung Ten aluminum, nutted, Rear: Kung Ten coaster brake
RimsCMC 7X steel, 28-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire16 x 1.75" Cheng Shin C-640
Wheel size16" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube368.3 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle69°
Chainstay / rear center315 mm
Wheelbase741.7 mm
Fork offset / rake25.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 14, 2026.