Jamis Dakar was a very favorably-reviewed bike in its day. Yes, some things have changed but it makes your Dakar no less worthy of going out and hitting the trails. Lose your commuting accessories, get a shorter stem and maybe a riser bar and just ride . . . and enjoy.
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Originally Posted by Mark Twain
"Don't argue with stupid people; they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience."