Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
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
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Shimano 18T
Crank
Forged alloy crank, 170mm, with 44T alloy compact disc chainring
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge BB with alloy cups & sheath, 68 x 116mm
Chain
Taya 410H-GST, rustless
Pedals
Cruiser platform with heat-treated axles and rustless bushings
Wheels
Rims
Alex X303 36H silver anodized alloy rims with alloy double-sealed front and Shimano CB rear hubs, heavy-duty 12 gauge stainless steel spokes
Tires
CST Metropolitan Palm Bay, 26" x 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano coaster brake
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy hi-rise, 150mm quill, 100mm extension, with removeable 2-bolt cap
Handlebar
Jamis Cruise-control comfort bar
Grips
Kraton comfort type with full length,extra-thick, foam bar pads
Headset
Internal cup, threaded, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Taxi design with extra padding, extra-thick vinyl cover, heavy-duty strut rails & double-loop springs with bag loops
Seatpost
Alloy pillar style, 26.8 x 300mm, with plugged top, welded seat collar with chromoly QR
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 17" | 19" | SM | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm |
| Rake | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 584 mm | 593 mm | 594 mm | 612 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm | 457 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 125 mm | 110 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm | 485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089 mm | 1088 mm | 1088 mm | 1107 mm |
| Standover Height | 734 mm | 755 mm | 618 mm | 801 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
TAXI belongs to the Jamis Taxi model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name.
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.
Average price for Cruiser bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Cruiser bike is 332$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Cruiser bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 429$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that TAXI price is 29.22% more expensive than the average cost of a Cruiser bike.
Average weight for Cruiser bikes
The average weight for Cruiser bikes is 15.83 kg (34.9 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
a bit lighter than average, TAXI has a weight of 14.63 kg (32.25 lbs). To sum up, it’s 8.2% lighter than the average weight of Cruiser bikes.
TAXI components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, 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 TAXI 2019, has a 26″ aluminum model. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Jamis TAXI is equipped with Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.