Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Marin
1997 Marin Larkspur
Value Guide market data · 1997 Marin Larkspur
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Price over time - 1997 Marin Larkspur
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All Larkspur model years
2022$1,115 - $1,295▲ 301% vs. 1997
2020$391 - $454▲ 41% vs. 1997
2019$419 - $486▲ 51% vs. 1997
2018$512 - $594▲ 84% vs. 1997
2016$614 - $713▲ 121% vs. 1997
2015$605 - $702▲ 117% vs. 1997
2014$558 - $648▲ 101% vs. 1997
2013$558 - $648▲ 101% vs. 1997
2012$716 - $832▲ 158% vs. 1997
2011$484 - $562▲ 74% vs. 1997
2010$460 - $535▲ 66% vs. 1997
2003$326 - $378▲ 17% vs. 1997
2002$326 - $378▲ 17% vs. 19971997$278 - $323Currently viewing1996$287 - $334▲ 3% vs. 19971997 Larkspur lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Marin Larkspur value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
- Fork Brand & Model
- Marin
- Fork Material
- Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Marin Larkspur
- Component Group
- Shimano AceraX/Altus
- Shift Levers
- Shimano AceraX EZ Fire
- Crankset
- Shimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-CT91, 116 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG50, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Aluminum cantilever brakes, Shimano AceraX levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.0 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Marin Comfort
- Handlebar
- Marin Lite aluminum
- Handlebar Stem
- Chromoly
- Headset
- 1inch Marin Lite
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano Altus
- Rims
- Aluminum, 36-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 38c street tread
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Resin
Accessories
- Colors
- Matte Silver
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 13inch, 15.5inch, 17.5inch, 19inch, 20.5inch
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.