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1998 Jamis Komodo

Velopedia Archive ID 70026

Overview

Model year1998
BrandJamis
ModelKomodo
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID70026
Original MSRP$1,669.95
ColorsGloss White
Sizes12", 14", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston ProGram Elite double-butted
ForkAnswer Manitou X-Vert
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTime ATAC Carbon

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Aheadset AC
HandlebarTitec Enduro
Handlebar extensionsTitec L-Bend
StemSyncros Cattlehead
SaddleSDG Ventura Comp, chromoly rails
SeatpostThomson Elite, 26.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Ringle, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
RimsSun Rims XC, 28-hole/32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.20" WTB Racing Raptor kevlar
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 26, 2026.