Jamis CITIZEN 3 2023
2023 Urban
Estimate price |
759$
Weight | 15.54 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork Suntour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
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 NEX HLO suspension, coil spring with preload adjuster and hydraulic lockout, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M360
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY710 front, 31.8mm, top swing/dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus Rapid Fire SL-M310, 24-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 8-speed, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano TY301, 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, 32H, Formula alloy hubs with QR and 14g ED black spokes
Tires
CST Platinum Performance with silver safety stripe, 700 x 38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-M280 mechanical disc w/ Tektro CL530 ergonomic designed alloy levers with kraton insert
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 3 completes the Jamis Citizen model. 36 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Jamis CITIZEN 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 499$. On the other hand, Jamis CITIZEN 3 2023, is the most expensive and costs 759$.
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.
Average price for Comfort bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Comfort bike that is reliable is 360$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Jamis released this model in 2023, its price was 759$. Comparing the average cost of a Comfort bike to this one, you will see that CITIZEN 3 price is 110.83% higher.
Average weight for Comfort bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Comfort bike is 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 15.54 kg (34.26 lbs), the CITIZEN 3 model is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 2.85% lower than this one.
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
This bike has the Suntour NEX fork installed. The fork’s travel is 63mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on CITIZEN 3 are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. 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 Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.