Jamis DRAGONSLAYER S2 27.5+ 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,599$
Weight | 14.51 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Reynolds 520 steel, 44mm head tube, 31.6 I.D. seat tube, internal dropper post routing, ISCG05, sliding 12x148mm dropouts, 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 SLX Shadow Plus, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 1x11-speed
Cassette
Shimano M7000, 11-speed, 11-46T
Crank
Shimano SLX, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano External
Chain
KMC X11, 11-speed
Chain Guide
None included
Pedals
MTB alloy platform
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 ST i40 TCS tubeless 27.5" rims, Formula sealed bearing 15x110mm front & 12x148mm rear 6-bolt disc hubs, stainless spokes
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
WTB Ranger, 27.5 x 3.0”, TCS tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT400 hydraulic disc, 180mm front & 160mm rear RT26 6-bolt rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT400
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride, 60mm (15”), 70mm (17”/19"), 80mm (21")
Handlebar
Race Face Ride, 31.8 x 740mm
Grips
Jamis Lock-On
Headset
FSA Orbit, Alloy cups
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Race Face Ride, 31.6 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.49 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Front Center | 673 mm | 699 mm | 720 mm | 742 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 88 mm | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Stack | 619 mm | 624 mm | 633 mm | 651 mm |
| Reach | 388 mm | 406 mm | 424 mm | 438 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 598 mm | 618 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1102 mm | 1128 mm | 1149 mm | 1171 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Standover Height | 771 mm | 804 mm | 838 mm | 874 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
DRAGONSLAYER S2 27.5+ belongs to the Jamis Dragonslayer model. 9 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Dragonslayer bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis DRAGONSLAYER S2 11-SPEED 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1399$. On the other hand, Jamis DRAGONSLAYER S1 27.5+ 2019, is the most expensive and costs 2499$.
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 Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Jamis released this model in 2019, its price was 1599$. In conclusion, this bike price is 72.73% smaller than the price of the average Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes weigh an average of 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.
Jamis DRAGONSLAYER S2 27.5+ it’s weighing 14.51 kg (31.99 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 11.79% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
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.
DRAGONSLAYER S2 27.5+ components
Fork
Jamis DRAGONSLAYER S2 27.5+ 2019 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
The DRAGONSLAYER S2 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 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The DRAGONSLAYER S2 27.5+ comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.