Jamis Citizen 2 FAQs
What type of bike is the Jamis Citizen 2?
The Jamis Citizen 2 is a comfort-oriented hybrid bicycle designed for city commuting, casual riding, fitness rides, errands and relaxed weekend cycling. Its upright riding position makes it particularly suitable for riders who prioritize comfort.
What frame does the Jamis Citizen 2 use?
It features a 6061 aluminium frame with triple-gauge main tubes, a hydro-formed top tube, internal cable routing, replaceable derailleur hanger, kickstand plate and fender/rack eyelets. It is available in both sloping men's and step-through women's designs.
What suspension fork does the Jamis Citizen 2 have?
The Citizen 2 comes with an SR Suntour CR8 suspension fork featuring a coil spring, external preload adjustment and 60 mm of travel. This helps improve comfort over bumps and uneven city roads.
What groupset does the Jamis Citizen 2 use?
According to the BYK India specification, the Citizen 2 uses a Shimano 24-speed drivetrain with a Shimano Tourney TX-800 rear derailleur, Shimano FD-TY710 front derailleur and Shimano EZ-Fire Plus ST-EF500 shifters.
How many gears does the Jamis Citizen 2 have?
The Jamis Citizen 2 has 24 speeds, arranged as a 3×8 drivetrain.
What crankset does the Jamis Citizen 2 have?
It comes with a forged alloy 48/38/28T triple crankset with a chain guard and 170 mm crank arms.
What cassette does the Jamis Citizen 2 use?
The Citizen 2 uses a Sunrace 8-speed 11-34T cassette, providing a useful gear range for city riding, fitness cycling and moderate climbs.
Does the Jamis Citizen 2 have disc brakes?
No. The Citizen 2 uses Promax TX-121 linear-pull rim brakes with a front power modulator and Shimano levers.
Is the Jamis Citizen 2 good for long rides?
Yes. The Citizen 2 is suitable for comfortable recreational and fitness rides, including longer relaxed rides. It is primarily designed for comfort and casual cycling rather than aggressive road riding or racing.
Is the Jamis Citizen 2 good for city commuting?
Yes. It is particularly well suited to daily city commuting because of its upright riding position, suspension fork, 700×38C tyres, comfortable saddle and adjustable handlebar.
What tyres does the Jamis Citizen 2 use?
It comes with CST Platinum Performance 700×38C tyres with a silver safety stripe. The 38C width provides a good balance of comfort, stability and rolling efficiency for city riding.
What wheels does the Jamis Citizen 2 use?
The bike uses Alex ID19 double-wall alloy rims with GSW sidewalls, 32H alloy hubs with quick release and 14G ED black spokes.
Does the Jamis Citizen 2 have rack and mudguard mounts?
Yes. The frame has fender and rack eyelets, making it practical for commuting, carrying accessories and everyday use.
Does the Jamis Citizen 2 have a suspension seatpost?
Yes. It comes with a suspension alloy micro-adjust seatpost measuring 27.2 × 350 mm, which provides additional comfort over bumps and uneven roads.
Does the Jamis Citizen 2 have an adjustable handlebar?
Yes. It features a Jamis alloy angle-adjustable stem, allowing riders to adjust the handlebar position for a more comfortable and upright riding posture.
Is the Jamis Citizen 2 suitable for beginners?
Yes. The comfortable geometry, upright riding position, suspension fork, suspension seatpost and simple Shimano drivetrain make it an excellent option for beginners and riders returning to cycling.
Is the Jamis Citizen 2 suitable for off-road riding?
It can handle smooth gravel paths, uneven city roads and light recreational surfaces, but it is not designed for technical off-road trails or mountain biking. The Citizen 2 is primarily a comfort and city-oriented hybrid bicycle.
Who should buy the Jamis Citizen 2?
The Citizen 2 is ideal for riders looking for a comfortable bicycle for daily commuting, casual fitness rides, weekend cruising, errands and sightseeing. It is especially suitable for riders who prioritize comfort over speed and aggressive performance.
Does the Jamis Citizen 2 come with a warranty?
Yes. The Jamis Citizen 2 comes with a 3-year warranty on the frame and fork, subject to the applicable warranty terms and conditions.