Jamis TAXI 24″ 2022
2022 Youth
Estimate price |
579$
Weight | 13.04 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 24" -
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, 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
Jamis Cruise-control comfort tread, 24×2.125” blackwall, thorn-proof tubes
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
Model Overview
TAXI 24″ belongs to the Jamis Taxi model. Jamis launched 15 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Jamis Taxi bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Jamis TAXI YOUTH 16″ 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 399$. On the other hand, Jamis TAXI 2022, is the most expensive and costs 579$.
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.
Youth bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Youth bike is 278$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 579$. Comparing this to the average Youth bike price, we see that the price is 108.27% more expensive.
Youth bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Youth bike is 11.74 kg (25.88 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.
considerably heavier than average, TAXI 24″ has a weight of 13.04 kg (28.75 lbs). In other words, this model is 11.07% heavier than the average Youth bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the TAXI 24″ model has 24″ aluminum wheels. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The TAXI 24″ comes with Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.
Sizes
Jamis TAXI 24″ 2022 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.