Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2018 Specialized Ariel Mechanical Disc
Value Guide market data · 2018 Specialized Ariel Mechanical Disc
12-month trend
4%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
5%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2018 Specialized Ariel Mechanical Disc
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 Mechanical Disc lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Specialized Ariel Mechanical Disc value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork
- SR Suntour NEX, Multi Circuit Damping, 60mm of travel, 1-1/8" steerer, QR, fender mounts
- Frame
- Specialized A1 premium aluminum, Fitness Geometry, fully-manipulated butted tubing, internal cable routing, flat mount disc, rack and Plug + Play fender mounts
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Tourney
- Bottom Bracket
- BSA, 68mm, square taper
- Chain
- KMC Z7, 7-speed w/ Missing Link
- Chainrings
- 48/38/28T
- Crankset
- Shimano Tourney, 3-piece
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Tourney, top swing, 31.8mm clamp
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Tourney TX, 7-speed
- Shifters
- Shimano EF510, EZ-Fire Plus
Brakes
- Brakes
- Mechanical disc, organic pads, 160mm/6-bolt rotor, tool-less reach adjust brake lever
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Double-butted alloy, 5-degree backsweep, 25.4mm
- Saddle
- Specialized Aldia Sport, steel rails, 155mm
- Seatpost
- Alloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 27.2mm
- Stem
- 10-degree rise, 25.4mm clamp
- Grips
- Specialized Body Geometry Women's XCT, lock-on
Wheels & Tires
- Tires
- Trigger Sport, 60TPI, 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.