Jamis Boss 7 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
399$
Weight | 15.08 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Diamond frame design with 6061 aluminum oversized tubing, sloping top tube design, water bottle bosses, alloy kickstand, and painted steel chainguard
Suspension Fork
Oversized hi-tensile steel tubular unicrown with leading dropout and fender boss
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TY-300 rear
Shift Levers
Shimano RevoShift RS-35, 7-speed
Cassette
Shimano, 14-28, 7- Speed
Crank
Forged alloy crank, 170mm alloy, with 44T compact disc chainring
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 68 x 122.5mm
Chain
KMC Z51NP, silver
Pedals
Cruiser platform with grip tape
Wheels
Rims
Alex Y303 36H black anodized alloy rims with alloy nutted hubs and 14 gauge stainless steel spokes
Tires
CST Metropolitan Palm Bay, 26" x 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro alloy linear pull brake with Tektro CL530 alloy levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy hi-rise, 180mm quill, 100mm extension, with removeable 2-bolt cap
Handlebar
Jamis Cruise-control comfort bar
Grips
Comfort style
Headset
Internal cup, threaded, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Boss Cruiser design with extra padding and heavy-duty, double-loop springs
Seatpost
Alloy micro-adjust, 27.2 x 300mm, with 31.8mm alloy clamp and cromo seatpin
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 17" | SM | 19" | SM | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm |
| Rake | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 584 mm | 584 mm | 593 mm | 594 mm | 612 mm | 622 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 356 mm | 483 mm | 457 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 110 mm | 150 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089 mm | 1089 mm | 1088 mm | 1088 mm | 1107 mm | 1117 mm |
| Standover Height | 734 mm | 604 mm | 753 mm | 618 mm | 797 mm | 848 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Boss 7 completes the Jamis Boss model. There are 14 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Boss bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis Boss COASTER STEP-OVER 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 359$. Jamis Boss 7 2020 on the other hand costs 399$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Cruiser bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Cruiser bike is 332$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Cruiser bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Jamis Boss 7 price was 399$. In conclusion, this bike price is 20.18% more expensive than the price of the average Cruiser bike.
Average weight for Cruiser bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Cruiser bike is 15.83 kg (34.9 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 15.08 kg (33.25 lbs), Jamis bike is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Cruiser bike weight is 4.97% higher than this one.
Boss 7 components
Fork material
Boss 7 has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Jamis Boss 7 2020, has a 26″ aluminum model. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Jamis Boss 7 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.