Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
2018 Jamis Dakar A2
Value Guide market data · 2018 Jamis Dakar A2
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Price over time - 2018 Jamis Dakar A2
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All Dakar model years
2020$1,487 - $1,727▼ 20% vs. 2018
2019$1,952 - $2,267▲ 5% vs. 2018
2018$1,859 - $2,159Currently viewing
2017$1,301 - $1,511▼ 30% vs. 2018
2016$5,858 - $6,803▲ 215% vs. 2018
2015$6,509 - $7,559▲ 250% vs. 2018
2014$5,859 - $6,804▲ 215% vs. 2018
2013$5,301 - $6,156▲ 185% vs. 2018
2012$4,743 - $5,508▲ 155% vs. 2018
2011$6,882 - $7,992▲ 270% vs. 2018
2010$7,696 - $8,937▲ 314% vs. 2018
2009$6,975 - $8,100▲ 275% vs. 2018
2008$5,952 - $6,912▲ 220% vs. 2018
2007$2,581 - $2,997▲ 39% vs. 2018
2006$3,162 - $3,672▲ 70% vs. 2018
2005$2,139 - $2,484▲ 15% vs. 2018
2004$1,953 - $2,268▲ 5% vs. 2018
2003$2,976 - $3,456▲ 60% vs. 2018
2000$744 - $864▼ 60% vs. 2018
1997$3,162 - $3,672▲ 70% vs. 20181993$2,413 - $2,803▲ 30% vs. 20182018 Dakar A2 lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Jamis Dakar A2 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Rear Shock
- X-Fusion O2 Pro RL air shock with rebound adjust & lockout
- Fork
- X-Fusion RC32 RL 27.5", air spring compression, alloy steerer, lever actuated lockout, external rebound, 32mm stanchions, magnesium lowers, 120mm travel
- Frame
- Triple-butted 6061 alloy, 120mm travel mp2 suspension, 1.5 - 1 1/8” tapered head tube, asymmetrical chainstays w/ internal dropper post routing, ISCG05 chainguide mount, replaceable derailleur hanger, Formula thru-axle
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2018 Jamis Dakar A2
- Crankset
- SR Suntour Zeron
- Bottom Bracket
- SR Suntour External
- Chain
- KMC X10-1, 10-speed
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore Shadow Plus, 10-speed
- Cassette/Rear Cogs
- Shimano HG500, 10-speed, 11-42T
- Chainrings
- 32T
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore, 1x10-speed
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano M315 hydraulic disc, 180mm front & 160mm rear RT26 6-bolt rotors
Cockpit
- Saddle
- WTB Volt Sport
- Headset
- FSA Orbit 1.5 Zero-Stack internal cup, 8mm cone spacer
- Stem
- Race Face Ride, 50mm
- Handlebars
- Race Face Ride, 35 x 760mm
- Seat Post
- Race Face Ride, 31.6 x 400mm
- Tape/Grips
- Jamis Lock-On
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Formula 6-bolt disc hubs, 32H
- Tires
- Vittoria Goma, 27.5 x 2.25”, folding
- Axles
- Front: Quick Release<br>Rear: 12 x 142mm
- Spokes
- Stainless spokes
Pedals
- Pedals
- MTB alloy platform
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- WTB ST i23 TCS 27.5" tubeless rims
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.