Jamis CITIZEN 2 STEP-THRU 2019
2019 Urban
Estimate price |
499$
Weight | 14.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 60mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
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, 60mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY710 front, 31.8mm clamp, top swing/dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano EZ-Fire Plus, ST-EF510, 21-speed
Cassette
Shimano MF-TZ500 7-speed, 14-34T
Crank
Shimano FC-TY501, 48/38/28T, 170mm with chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 68 x 122.5mm
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Comfort platform style
Wheels
Rims
Alex ID19 double wall alloy rims with GSW sidewall, 32H, alloy hubs with QR and 14g stainless steel spokes
Tires
CST Marathon/Tour C-1446 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
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
CITIZEN 2 STEP-THRU completes the Jamis Citizen model. Jamis released 36 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Jamis CITIZEN STEP-THRU 2019 has a starting price of 369$. Jamis CITIZEN 3 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 569$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Comfort bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Comfort bike that is reliable is 360$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Jamis released this model in 2019, its price was 499$. Comparing this to the average Comfort bike price, we see that the price is 38.61% more expensive.
Average weight for Comfort bikes
Comfort bikes weigh an average of 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.
Jamis CITIZEN 2 STEP-THRU it’s weighing 14.4 kg (31.75 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 4.93% lighter than the average weight of Comfort bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
CITIZEN 2 STEP-THRU components
Fork
The SunTour is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 60mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Jamis CITIZEN 2 STEP-THRU 2019, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Jamis CITIZEN 2 STEP-THRU is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.