Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2018 Specialized Ariel Elite
Value Guide market data · 2018 Specialized Ariel Elite
12-month trend
6%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
2%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2018 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▼ 25% vs. 2018
2018$1,488 - $1,728Currently viewing2017$1,395 - $1,620▼ 6% vs. 2018
2016$1,116 - $1,296▼ 25% vs. 2018
2015$1,116 - $1,296▼ 25% vs. 2018
2014$921 - $1,069▼ 38% vs. 2018
2013$1,116 - $1,296▼ 25% vs. 2018
2012$614 - $713▼ 59% vs. 2018
2011$921 - $1,069▼ 38% vs. 2018
2010$670 - $778▼ 55% vs. 2018
2009$539 - $626▼ 64% vs. 20182018 Ariel Elite lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Specialized Ariel Elite value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork
- SR Suntour NCX w/ Specialized Fitness Brain technology, 60mm of travel, 1-1/8" steerer, 12mm thru-axle, fender mounts
- Frame
- Specialized A1 SL Premium Aluminum, Fitness Geometry, fully-manipulated butted tubing, internal cable routing, flat mount disc, rack and Plug + Play fender mounts
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano SLX
- Bottom Bracket
- 68mm, BSA
- Chain
- KMC, X10, EPT anti-corrosion coating, 10-speed w/ Missing Link
- Chainrings
- 44/32T
- Crankset
- FSA V-Drive, 2-piece
- Front Derailleur
- microSHIFT XCD, 31.8mm clamp, 10-speed
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano SLX, Shadow Plus, SGS cage, 10-speed
- Shifters
- microSHIFT, Flow Set Control, 10-speed
Brakes
- Brakes
- TRP Flow Set Control, hydraulic disc, metal pads, post mount; Front: 160mm rotor; Rear: 140mm rotor
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Double-butted alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 31.8mm
- Saddle
- Specialized Aldia Sport, steel rails, 155mm
- Seatpost
- Alloy, 2-bolt, 25mm offset, 27.2mm
- Stem
- Specialized Flowset, integrated, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 12-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
- Grips
- Specialized Body Geometry Women's Flow Set Control grips, lock-on
Wheels & Tires
- Tires
- Trigger Sport Reflect, 60 TPI, wire bead, 700x38mm
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.