VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Jamis Explorer 24

Velopedia Archive ID 64080

Overview

Model year1997
BrandJamis
ModelExplorer 24
Bicycle typeJuvenile
Archive ID64080
Original MSRP$239.95
ColorsCharcoal
SizesBoys 11"
Weight28.3 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkSpinner
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-30, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Altus
CranksetSR XR10 aluminum, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPB-33, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-943

Brakes

BrakesLee Chi 748C brakes, Lee Chi GL-1 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarHsin Lung steel
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemHsin Lung steel
SaddleViscount 9701
SeatpostPillar, steel, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsKing Kong 510 SE, nutted
RimsAlex VP-20, 36-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire24 x 2.10" Duro HF-822
Wheel size24" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube525.8 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle72°
Chainstay / rear center406.4 mm
Wheelbase988.1 mm
Fork offset / rake45.7 mm

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