Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Diamond frame design with 6061 aluminum oversized tubing, painted steel chainguard, alloy kickstand (20” only) & training wheels for 16”
Suspension Fork
Oversized hi-tensile steel tubular unicrown with leading dropout and fender boss
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Shimano 19T
Crank
Forged alloy 3-pc crank, 5” arm with 32T chainring (20”) or polished steel 1-pc crank, 3 1/2” arm with 28T chainring (16”)
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge BB, 68 x 116mm (20”) or OPC type (16”)
Chain
Taya 410H-GST, rustless
Pedals
Cruiser platform with heat-treated axles and rustless bushings
Wheels
Rims
Alex X303 36H (20”) or 28H (16”) silver anodized alloy rims with alloy double-sealed front hub, Shimano CB rear (20”) / KT CB Rear (16”), and 14 gauge stainless steel spokes
Tires
Jamis Cruise-control comfort tread, 20”(10”) or 16”(8”) x 2.125” blackwall
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano coaster brake
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy hi-rise, 150mm quill, 80mm extension, with removeable 2-bolt cap (20”) or hi-rise with 130mm quill and 40mm extension (16”)
Handlebar
Jamis Kids comfort bar
Grips
Foam comfort type with full length,extra-thick, foam bar pads
Headset
Standard, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Taxi Kids design with extra paddding, extra-thick vinyl cover, & single loop springs with bag loops
Seatpost
Alloy pillar style, 27.2 x 300mm, with plugged top, welded seat collar with chromoly QR
About this model
TAXI YOUTH 20″ completes the Jamis Taxi model. 15 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Jamis TAXI YOUTH 16″ 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 399$. Jamis TAXI 2022 on the other hand costs 579$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Youth bikes
If you want an acceptable Youth bike you should know that the average price is 278$. However, even though the average price of a Youth bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 429$. Comparing this to the average Youth bike price, we see that the price is 54.32% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The TAXI YOUTH 20″ 2022 bike is equipped with 20″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Jamis TAXI YOUTH 20″ is equipped with Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.