VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Jamis Eureka

Velopedia Archive ID 72268

Overview

Model year1998
BrandJamis
ModelEureka
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID72268
Original MSRP$849.95
ColorsBall-Burnished, Electric Blue
Sizes12", 14", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Spyder R
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX-RC, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX-RC V-Brake brakes, Shimano STX-RC levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Aheadset STS
HandlebarKalloy Riser 6061 butted
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemJamis Flip-Flop
SaddleJamis Comp
SeatpostKalloy aluminum micro-adjust, 27.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsSun Rims CR18, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.20" WTB Primal Raptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube578 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1055 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

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