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2003 Jamis Durango SX
Original manufacturer specifications including Mountain Mix drivetrain, 26" wheels, 26.5 lb published weight.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2003
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $569.95
- Sizes
- 12", 14", 17", 19", 21"
- Colors
- Matte Gold/Matte Black, Platinum/Primal Gray
- Weight
- 26.5 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 33 preserved details · archived image · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 30354
Model history 7 other years
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 7005 aluminum |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Axel Comp, 80mm travel |
| Fork Material | Aluminum/magnesium, single crown |
| Rear Shock | N/A |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Mountain Mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Deore RapidFire SL |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Chin Haur CH-52, 111mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | KMC Z9000, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo resin |
Brakes
| Brakes | Tektro forged linear-pull brakes, Avid AD 3 levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe STS |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Aluminum, 1" rise |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Jamis aluminum |
| Saddle | Jamis ATB |
| Seatpost | Aluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Formula aluminum, Q/R |
|---|---|
| Rims | Alex XT-3000, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Scorpion |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
Historical reference geometry
Geometry
Historical model-level geometry recovered from Velopedia’s original archive database. The source does not identify which listed frame size this reference describes, so fit interpretation is intentionally limited and no size-normalized Archive Context is generated.
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 591 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1068 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Geometry source: Historical archive database — model-level reference geometry. The historical source provides one model-level geometry set and does not identify the corresponding frame size.
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Model-level historical reference
Period context: At 71°, the head angle sits somewhat steeper than typical among mountain geometries represented in Velopedia for this period. Its 73.5° seat angle is somewhat steeper than typical among the same-period mountain references.
Compared with 529 distinct legacy mountain geometries from model years 2001–2005. Only angular measurements are used because the historical reference frame size is unidentified.See it in periodOpen an immediate comparison with preserved 2003 mountain geometries. The source frame size remains unidentified.
See its 2003 geometry context Parts & serviceability
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26x2.00" Hutchinson Scorpion
Named tire and published size
Linear-pull brake pads
Published brake type — verify pad mounting style
Shimano Deore SGS
Interpreted as Shimano Deore · 9-speed · mechanical Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
More qualified parts (3)
Shimano Deore RapidFire SL
Interpreted as Shimano Deore · 9-speed · mechanical Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
27.2 mm seatpost
Published diameter — verify length and setback
Alex XT-3000, 32-hole
Named archived component — verify dimensions
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Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesInspect pad condition, cable movement and the rim sidewalls or brake tracks for wear. A concave or heavily worn braking surface can mean the wheel also needs replacement.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 9-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2003 Jamis Durango SX · Mountain bike, front suspension · Published sizes: 12", 14", 17", 19", 21"
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Answer Manitou Axel Comp, 80mm travel · Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: Answer Manitou Axel Comp, 80mm travel
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Mountain Mix · Shifters: Shimano Deore RapidFire SL · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore SGS · Crankset: Shimano, 22/32/44 teeth · Bottom bracket: Chin Haur CH-52, 111mm spindle · Rear cogs: 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth · Chain: KMC Z9000, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Tektro forged linear-pull brakes, Avid AD 3 levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Alex XT-3000, 32-hole · Hubs: Formula aluminum, Q/R · Front tire: 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Scorpion
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe STS · Handlebar: Aluminum, 1" rise · Stem: Jamis aluminum · Seatpost: Aluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameter · Saddle: Jamis ATB · Pedals: Wellgo resin
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Build relationships are limited to the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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