2003 Jamis Dakota XC

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Answer Manitou Skareb Elite, 80mm travel · Aluminum/magnesium, single crown

• Check paint damage, vent holes and accessible internal surfaces for corrosion. Look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.

Archived: Fork: Answer Manitou Skareb Elite, 80mm travel

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Group: Shimano Deore XT · Shifters: Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore XT SGS · Crankset: Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/44 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-ES51, 113mm spindle · Rear cogs: 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Avid Single Digit 7 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Mavic Crossroc UST, 20-hole · Hubs: Mavic Crossroc · Front tire: 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Tubeless

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.
• Confirm whether the bike is actually set up tubeless, whether both tires hold pressure, and when sealant and rim tape were last serviced.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe SAS · Handlebar: Answer Taperlite · Stem: Ritchey Logic Pro · Seatpost: Thomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter · Saddle: Fi'zi:k Plateau, chrome-moly rails · Pedals: Time ATAC Alium

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.