Jamis CITIZEN 2 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 60mm
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Fork Suntour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 8
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminum triple gauge main tubes with hydro-formed top tube, sloping design for men’s, step through design for ladies, internal cable routing, center-mount kickstand plate, replaceable derailleur hanger and fender/rack eyelets
Suspension Fork
SR/Suntour CR8 suspension fork, coil spring with external preload adjustment, 60mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX-800
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY710 front, 31.8mm clamp, top swing/dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano EZ-Fire Plus, ST-EF500, 24-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG-2008, 8-speed, 12-32T
Crank
Forged alloy, 48/38/28T, 170mm with chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 68 x 122.5mm
Chain
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
Comfort platform style with TPE non-slip insert
Wheels
Rims
Alex ID19 double wall alloy rims with GSW sidewall, 32H, alloy hubs with QR and 14g ED black spokes
Tires
CST Platinum Performance with silver safety stripe, 700 x 38c
Brakes
Brakes
Promax TX-121 linear-pull with front power modulator and Shimano levers
Cockpit
Stem
Jamis alloy angle-adjustable, 90mm with 150mm quill (14 ?17”), 110mm with 180mm quill (18 ?23”)
Handlebar
Comfort hi-rise, alloy 25.4 x 80mm rise x 15 ? sweep x 640mm
Grips
Anatomic triple density kraton
Headset
Water-resistant sealed mechanism, threaded, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Jamis Comfort with Memory Foam, synthetic suede cover, burnished sides and bumper springs with satin steel rails, gender specific
Seatpost
Suspension alloy micro-adjust, 27.2 x 350mm with alloy clamp and QR seatpin. 300mm for Men’s 15, 17, Step-Thru 14
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | SM | SM | SM | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
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| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 562 mm | 571 mm | 580 mm | 590 mm | 598 mm | 613 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | 1074 mm | 1094 mm | 1099 mm | 1099 mm | 1114 mm | 1129 mm | 1144 mm |
| Standover Height | 724 mm | 457 mm | 462 mm | 476 mm | 756 mm | 792 mm | 824 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
CITIZEN 2 is a Jamis Citizen model. 36 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Citizen bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis CITIZEN 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 499$. Jamis CITIZEN 3 2023 on the other hand costs 759$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Comfort bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Comfort bike you should know that the average price is 360$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 599$. Comparing the average cost of a Comfort bike to this one, you will see that CITIZEN 2 price is 66.39% more expensive.
Comfort bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Comfort bike, we get 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Jamis CITIZEN 2 it’s weighing 14.63 kg (32.25 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 3.28% higher than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
CITIZEN 2 components
Fork
This bike has the Suntour fork installed. The fork’s travel is 60mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the CITIZEN 2 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
