Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Gary Fisher
1997 Gary Fisher Big Sur
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Overview
About this bike
1997 Gary Fisher Big Sur value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- 6061 T6 aluminum, heat-treated
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Indy C
- Fork Material
- Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Gary Fisher Big Sur
- Component Group
- Shimano STX
- Shift Levers
- Grip Shift SRT-400i
- Crankset
- Sugino Impel 350, 20/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Tektro RBP-376A levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Polygon PM-312, 27.2 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Bontrager Plus 10
- Handlebar
- System 1
- Handlebar Stem
- Aluminum
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Fisher Ginzu Team suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
- Rims
- Bontrager Maverick, 32-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.10inch WTB Primal Raptor
- Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Accessories
- Colors
- Matte black
- BB Shell Width
- 73mm English
- Extensions
- Fisher Fish Sticks
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- Large, medium, small, xlarge
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.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.