Jamis KOMODO A1 27.5+ 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,799$
Weight | 13.61 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset XT, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Triple-butted 6061 aluminum, 1.5 - 1 1/8” tapered head tube, post mount disc brakes, 12x148mm thru-axle drop-outs, internal dropper post routing, replaceable derailleur hanger, Formula thru-axle
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Recon RL 29/27.5+, Solo Air spring, external rebound, lockout adjust, 32mm stanchions, 15x110mm axle, tapered aluminum steerer, 120mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT, 1x11-speed
Cassette
Shimano M7000, 11-speed, 11-46T
Crank
Race Face Aeffect, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Race Face External
Chain
KMC X11, 11-speed
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 15x110mm front, 12x148mm rear
Rear Hub
Formula sealed bearing, 6-bolt, 15x110mm front, 12x148mm rear
Rims
WTB STX i35 TCS tubeless 27.5" rims, Formula sealed bearing 15x110mm front & 12x148mm rear 6-bolt disc hubs, stainless spokes
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Vee Tire Co Crown Gem, 27.5 x 2.8”, Tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT500 hydraulic disc, 180mm front & 160mm rear RT56 6-bolt rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT500
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride, 60mm
Handlebar
Race Face Ride, 31.8 x 740mm
Grips
Jamis Lock-On
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5 Zero-Stack internal cup, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
KS e10i Internal Dropper, Southpaw remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.21 mm | 1.22 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 693 mm | 719 mm | 745 mm | 771 mm |
| Rake | 70 mm | 70 mm | 48 mm | 69 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 68 mm | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Stack | 555 mm | 564 mm | 576 mm | 583 mm |
| Reach | 409 mm | 431 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 583 mm | 608 mm | 633 mm | 658 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1121 mm | 1147 mm | 1173 mm | 1199 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 780 mm | 815 mm | 844 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
KOMODO A1 27.5+ is a Jamis Komodo model. There are 17 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Komodo bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis KOMODO A2 27.5+ 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1049$. Jamis KOMODO A1 27.5+ 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 1799$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 1799$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that KOMODO A1 27.5+ price is 53.53% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 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.
With a weight of 13.61 kg (30 lbs), Jamis bike is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 4.85% heavier than the average Trail bike.
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.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
The KOMODO A1 27.5+ 2019 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The KOMODO A1 27.5+ comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Jamis KOMODO A1 27.5+ includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!