Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2010 Specialized Ariel Elite
Value Guide market data · 2010 Specialized Ariel Elite
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
25%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2010 Specialized Ariel Elite
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Ariel model years
2019$1,116 - $1,296▲ 67% vs. 2010
2018$1,488 - $1,728▲ 122% vs. 20102017$1,395 - $1,620▲ 108% vs. 2010
2016$1,116 - $1,296▲ 67% vs. 2010
2015$1,116 - $1,296▲ 67% vs. 2010
2014$921 - $1,069▲ 37% vs. 2010
2013$1,116 - $1,296▲ 67% vs. 2010
2012$614 - $713▼ 8% vs. 2010
2011$921 - $1,069▲ 37% vs. 2010
2010$670 - $778Currently viewing
2009$539 - $626▼ 20% vs. 20102010 Ariel Elite lineup
Overview
About this bike
2010 Specialized Ariel Elite value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- FRAME
- Ariel A1 Premium Aluminum, low standover women's geometry frame, forged dropouts w/ replaceable hanger, integrated kickstand mount
- FORK
- SR SunTour SF10-NVX-MLO 700C, alloy lower, 75mm travel, 28mm stanchions, coil spring, mechanical lock-out
- Fork Brand & Model
- SR Suntour SF10-NVX-MLO 700C, 75mm travel
- Fork Material
- Alloy/chromoly steerer, single crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Specialized A1 Premium aluminum
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Deore
- FRONT DERAILLEUR
- Shimano FD-M590, 31.8mm clamp, top swing, dual pull
- REAR DERAILLEUR
- Shimano Deore, 9-speed
- SHIFT LEVERS
- Shimano Deore 9-speed, rapid fire
- CASSETTE
- Shimano CS-HG50, 9-speed, 11-32t
- CHAIN
- KMC X-9, 9-speed w/ reusable Missing Link
- CRANKSET
- Sugino XD500TG w/ chainguard
- CHAINRINGS
- 48 x 36 x 26T, w/ chainguard
- BOTTOM BRACKET
- Cartridge bearing, square spindle with crank stop right side and capless bolts
- Component Group
- Hybrid Mix
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore
Brakes
- FRONT BRAKE
- Alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad
- REAR BRAKE
- Alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad
- BRAKE LEVERS
- V-Brake, Linear pull
- Brakes
- Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Alloy linear levers
Cockpit
- HEADSET
- 1-1/8"" threadless, sealed loose ball bearings
- SEAT BINDER
- Forged alloy
- STEM
- Forged alloy, 2-bolt, 25.4mm, 10 degree rise
- HANDLEBARS
- Alloy riser bar, 25.4mm, 25mm rise, 620mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 8 degree up
- GRIPS
- Specialized Myka, closed end, 130mm
- SADDLE
- Specialized Body Geometry XC women's, front and rear bumpers, 155mm width
- SEATPOST
- Alloy, 2-bolt forged head, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm
- Handlebar
- Specialized alloy riser
Wheels & Tires
- FRONT TIRE
- Specialized Borough XC Sport 700x45c, 60TPI, wire bead
- REAR TIRE
- Specialized Borough XC Sport 700x45c, 60TPI, wire bead
- INNER TUBES
- Schraeder valve
- RIMS
- Alex Crosstrail, 700c, alloy double wall w/ machine sidewalls, 32h
- FRONT HUB
- Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, QR
- REAR HUB
- Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, cassette, QR, 32h
- SPOKES
- 1.8mm (15g) stainless
- Hubs
- Forged Alloy Sealed
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
- Tires
- 700 x 45c Specialized Borough XC Sport
Pedals
- PEDALS
- Composite platform body, sealed loose ball bearings
Accessories
- Colors
- Silver/Charcoal
- Extensions
- Not included
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.