Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
2008 Jamis Dakar BAM 1.0
Value Guide market data · 2008 Jamis Dakar BAM 1.0
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Price over time - 2008 Jamis Dakar BAM 1.0
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All Dakar model years
2020$1,487 - $1,727▼ 75% vs. 2008
2019$1,952 - $2,267▼ 67% vs. 2008
2018$1,859 - $2,159▼ 69% vs. 2008
2017$1,301 - $1,511▼ 78% vs. 2008
2016$5,858 - $6,803▼ 2% vs. 2008
2015$6,509 - $7,559▲ 9% vs. 2008
2014$5,859 - $6,804▼ 2% vs. 2008
2013$5,301 - $6,156▼ 11% vs. 2008
2012$4,743 - $5,508▼ 20% vs. 2008
2011$6,882 - $7,992▲ 16% vs. 2008
2010$7,696 - $8,937▲ 29% vs. 2008
2009$6,975 - $8,100▲ 17% vs. 2008
2008$5,952 - $6,912Currently viewing
2007$2,581 - $2,997▼ 57% vs. 2008
2006$3,162 - $3,672▼ 47% vs. 2008
2005$2,139 - $2,484▼ 64% vs. 2008
2004$1,953 - $2,268▼ 67% vs. 2008
2003$2,976 - $3,456▼ 50% vs. 2008
2000$744 - $864▼ 87% vs. 2008
1997$3,162 - $3,672▼ 47% vs. 20081993$2,413 - $2,803▼ 59% vs. 20082008 Dakar BAM 1.0 lineup
Overview
About this bike
2008 Jamis Dakar BAM 1.0 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- 7005 aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- Marzocchi 66 RCV, 180mm travel
- Fork Material
- Single
- Rear Shock
- Fox DHX 4.0, 150mm travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2008 Jamis Dakar BAM 1.0
- Component Group
- SRAM X.7/mix
- Shift Levers
- SRAM X.7 Trigger
- Crankset
- FSA Moto X, 24/36 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- FSA Mega EXO
- Rear Cogs
- 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
- Chain
- SRAM PC-971, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Avid Juicy 5 w/203mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 5 levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Syncros Derived, 31.6mm diameter
- Saddle
- WTB Devo HP Comp
- Handlebar
- Syncros Bulk
- Handlebar Stem
- Syncros AMS
- Headset
- 1 1/2inch threadless Aheadset
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: WTB Laser Disc Super Duty 20mm, Rear: WTB Laser Disc Super Duty 150x20mm
- Rims
- WTB Laser Disc FR, 32-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.50inch WTB Prowler MX
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Pedals
- Pedals
- Crank Brothers 5050x
Accessories
- Colors
- Coal
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 42
- Sizes
- 16inch, 17.5inch, 19.5inch
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.