Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Jamis Taxi

Velopedia Archive ID 64830

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Jamis
Model	Taxi
Bicycle type	Cruiser
Archive ID	64830
Original MSRP	$249.95
Colors	Black
Sizes	19", womens 17.5"
Weight	35 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	MX Tubular
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	Tracer 2011, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Wellgo LU-915

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST Sealed Tech
Handlebar	Cruiser Bend
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Leadtec
Saddle	Cheeks
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-200, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: King Kong aluminum, nutted, Rear: Shimano coaster brake
Rims	Alex 7X, 36-hole
Spokes	Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 105g straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.125" Sand Jam
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	558.8 mm
Head-tube angle	70°
Seat-tube angle	70°
Chainstay / rear center	475 mm
Wheelbase	1079.5 mm
Fork offset / rake	35.6 mm

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