Jamis CITIZEN 2 STEP THRU 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 60mm
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Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 8
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
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
SR Suntour XCC-T208, 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 ID-19 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
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" |
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| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 589 mm | 599 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1083 mm | 1103 mm | 1108 mm |
| Standover Height | 458 mm | 450 mm | 485 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
CITIZEN 2 STEP THRU completes the Jamis Citizen model. 36 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Jamis CITIZEN STEP-THRU 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 399$. On the other hand, Jamis CITIZEN 3 2020, is the most expensive and costs 649$.
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.
Comfort bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Comfort bike you should know that the average price is 360$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Comfort bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Jamis CITIZEN 2 STEP THRU price was 549$. Comparing the average cost of a Comfort bike to this one, you will see that CITIZEN 2 STEP THRU price is 52.5% higher.
Average weight for Comfort bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Comfort bike, we get 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.
Jamis CITIZEN 2 STEP THRU it’s weighing 14.63 kg (32.25 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Comfort bike weighs 3.28% more than CITIZEN 2 STEP THRU.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 60mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the CITIZEN 2 STEP THRU bike is equipped with the 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. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
