Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2018 Specialized Ariel Elite Carbon
Value Guide market data · 2018 Specialized Ariel Elite Carbon
12-month trend
7%
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Price over time - 2018 Specialized Ariel Elite Carbon
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All Ariel model years
2019$1,116 - $1,296▼ 25% vs. 20182018$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 Carbon lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Specialized Ariel Elite Carbon 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
- Frame
- FACT 11m, full carbon, XC Geometry, internal split-housing cable routing, PF30 BB, 12x148mm rear end, triangulated post-mount 160mm brake mount
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2018 Specialized Ariel Elite Carbon
- Crankset
- FSA V-Drive
- Bottom Bracket
- FSA MegaEXO
- Rear Cogs
- Sunrace, 11-40t, 10-speed
- Chain
- KMC X10
- Front Derailleur
- microSHIFT XCD
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimnao SLX
- Chainrings
- 44/32T
- Shifters
- Flow Set Control
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- Tektro Flow Set Control, hydraulic disc; Front: 160mm; Rear: 140mm
Cockpit
- Saddle
- Specialized Aldia Comp
- Stem
- Specialized Flowset, integrated, 3D forged alloy
- Handlebars
- Specialized, double-butted alloy
- Seat Post
- Aluminum
- Tape/Grips
- Body Geometry Flow Set Control Grips, lock-on
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Axis Sport Disc; Rear: Shimano, loose ball bearings, 11-speed, 135mm axle, 28h
- Tires
- Specialized Trigger Sport Reflect, 700x38mm, 60TPI, wire bead
- Spokes
- Stainless, 14g w/self-locking threads
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- 700c Disc 6061 double wall pin joint
- Color
- Silver Tint Carbon/Tarmac Blk/Turquoise Reflective
Weight & Sizing
- Size
- X-Small / Small / Medium / Large
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.