Jamis EXPLORER A2 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
449$
Weight | 13.83 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 TIG-welded aluminum, all-new sport comfort design with upright ride position, replaceable derailleur hanger, center-mount kickstand bracket
Suspension Fork
Hi-tensile steel unicrown, radius blades with dropout eyelets
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TY300
Front Derailleur
TY510 top swing/dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano EZ-Fire Plus, ST-EF500, 21-speed
Cassette
Shimano freewheel 7-speed, 14-34
Crank
SR Suntour XCC-T208, 48/38/28T, 170mm with chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 68 x 110.5mm
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Comfort platform with TPE non-slip insert
Wheels
Rims
Alloy 36H rims, Formula alloy hubs, QR front and rear, 14g stainless steel spokes
Tires
CST - 1918, 27.5 x 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax alloy direct pull brakes with Shimano levers
Cockpit
Stem
Jamis alloy, angle-adjustable, 90mm ext x 150mm quill (14–18") or 110mm ext x 180mm quill (19–21”)
Handlebar
Comfort hi-rise, steel, 25.4 x 80mm rise x 15? sweep x 620mm
Grips
Kraton comfort
Headset
Internal cup, threaded, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Jamis Comfort with extra thick padding, synthetic suede top, burnished side panels and bumper springs
Seatpost
Alloy micro-adjust, 350mm x 27.2mm, with alloy QR clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 585 mm | 596 mm | 616 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 155 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1057 mm | 1064 mm | 1075 mm | 1095 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 766 mm | 806 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
Model Overview
EXPLORER A2 belongs to the Jamis Explorer model. 16 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Explorer bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis EXPLORER A2 STEP-THRU 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 449$. Jamis EXPLORER A1 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 549$.
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.
Comfort bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Comfort bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 360$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 449$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that EXPLORER A2 price is 24.72% higher than the average cost of a Comfort bike.
Comfort bikes average weight
The average weight for Comfort bikes is 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
a bit lighter than average, EXPLORER A2 has a weight of 13.83 kg (30.49 lbs). In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 9.26% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
The EXPLORER A2 2020 bike is equipped with aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. After 700c wheels, 650b is the second most popular choice for road bikes. However, if you want higher speeds, you should look for a bike with 700c wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.