Jamis CITIZEN 2 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
629$
Weight | 14.63 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 Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
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 with external preload adjustment, 60mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX-800
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY710 front, 31.8mm clamp, top swing/dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano EZ-Fire Plus, ST-EF500, 24-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG-2008, 8-speed, 12-32T
Crank
Forged alloy, 48/38/28T, 170mm with chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 68 x 122.5mm
Chain
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
Comfort platform style with TPE non-slip insert
Wheels
Rims
Alex ID19 double wall alloy rims with GSW sidewall, 32H, alloy hubs with QR and 14g ED black spokes
Tires
CST Platinum Performance 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" | SM | SM | SM | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 562 mm | 571 mm | 580 mm | 590 mm | 598 mm | 613 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | 1074 mm | 1094 mm | 1099 mm | 1099 mm | 1114 mm | 1129 mm | 1144 mm |
| Standover Height | 724 mm | 457 mm | 462 mm | 476 mm | 756 mm | 792 mm | 824 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
CITIZEN 2 is part of the Jamis Citizen model. Jamis launched 36 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Jamis CITIZEN 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 459$. On the other hand, Jamis CITIZEN 3 2021, is the most expensive and costs 729$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Comfort bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Comfort bike is 360$. However, even though the average price of a Comfort bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 629$. In conclusion, this bike price is 74.72% higher than the price of the average Comfort bike.
Comfort bikes average weight
The average weight for Comfort bikes is 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 14.63 kg (32.25 lbs), Jamis bike is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 3.28% higher than this one.
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 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 60mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Jamis CITIZEN 2 2021, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
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.