Jamis HARDLINE A2 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 160mm
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Travel Rear 160mm
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Fork Fox Rhythm Float 36
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Groupset Deore, Race Face
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Triple-butted 6061 aluminum, 160mm travel 3VO suspension, Enduro® Max sealed bearing pivots, 1.5 – 1 1/8” tapered head tube, 12x148mm thru-axle, Internal dropper post routing, Custom Jamis upper chainguide mounts, ISCG05 lower chainguide mounts, Fox Float X Performance Series EVOL shock w/3-position compression, 10mm hardware, replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Rhythm Series Float 27.5? w/ sweep adjust compression & lock-out,15x110mm axle, air spring compression, rebound adjust, tapered alloy steerer, 160mm travel, 44mm rake
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 12-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 1×12-speed
Cassette
Shimano M6100, 12-speed, 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Ride, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BSA
Chain
KMC X12, 12-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Stan’s No Tubes Flow D 27.5? rims, Shimano MT410 15x110mm front & 12x148mm rear hubs, stainless spokes
Tires
Vittoria Mazza 27.5 x 2.4?, TNT tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT420 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180mm RT30 rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride, 50mm extension, 35mm clamp diameter
Handlebar
Race Face Ride, 760mm x 20mm rise, 35mm diameter
Grips
Jamis Lock-On
Headset
FSA Orbit IS Integrated, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
KS Rage Dropper, Southpaw remote
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 728 mm | 753 mm | 779 mm | 804 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 122 mm | 123 mm | 123 mm | 123 mm |
| Stack | 579 mm | 589 mm | 598 mm | 607 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 433 mm | 455 mm | 476 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 604 mm | 629 mm | 654 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1151 mm | 1176 mm | 1202 mm | 1227 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 13 mm | 13 mm | 13 mm | 13 mm |
| Standover Height | 745 mm | 739 mm | 743 mm | 759 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
HARDLINE A2 is a Jamis Hardline model. There are 29 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Jamis HARDLINE A2 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3799$. Jamis HARDLINE C1 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 9499$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 3799$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that HARDLINE A2 price is 5.56% higher than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro bike, we get 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
a bit heavier than average, HARDLINE A2 has a weight of 15.42 kg (34 lbs). To sum up, it’s 8.06% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
HARDLINE A2 components
Fork
Jamis HARDLINE A2 2023 bike is equipped with the Fox Rhythm Float 36 fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The wheels on HARDLINE A2 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Jamis HARDLINE A2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
The Jamis model is also equipped with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.
