Jamis CITIZEN 2 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.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 622 mm | mm | 631 mm | 647 mm | 657 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 542 mm | 558 mm | 567 mm | 582 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1057 mm | 1072 mm | 1066 mm | 1082 mm | 1092 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 721 mm | 749 mm | 781 mm | 815 mm | 842 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
CITIZEN 2 belongs to 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
Jamis CITIZEN STEP-THRU 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 369$. Jamis CITIZEN 3 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 569$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Comfort bike is 360$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Jamis released this model in 2019, its price was 499$. In conclusion, this bike price is 38.61% higher than the price of the average Comfort bike.
Average weight for Comfort bikes
Comfort bikes weigh an average of 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
slightly lighter than average, CITIZEN 2 has a weight of 14.4 kg (31.75 lbs). In other words, this model is 4.93% lighter than the average Comfort bike.
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.
Overview of components
Fork
Jamis CITIZEN 2 2019 bike is equipped with the SunTour fork, and has 60mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The CITIZEN 2 2019 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Jamis CITIZEN 2 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.