Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Jamis Taxi

Velopedia Archive ID 73170

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Jamis
Model	Taxi
Bicycle type	Cruiser
Archive ID	73170
Original MSRP	$249.95
Colors	Black, Blue
Sizes	19", womens 15.5", womens 17.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Jamis
Fork material	Unicrown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Cruiser Mix
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece steel, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	American
Rear cogs	1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain	Taya rustless, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Vp

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST
Handlebar	Jamis Cruiser, steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Aluminum
Saddle	Jamis Cruiser
Seatpost	Aluminum

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: aluminum, nutted, Rear: coaster brake
Rims	Sun Rims 225, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 12g straight gauge
Front tire	26 x 2.125" Kenda K-53
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.