Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
2008 Giant XTC Alliance
Value Guide market data · 2008 Giant XTC Alliance
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Price over time - 2008 Giant XTC Alliance
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All XTC model years
2025UnavailableOther model year
2023$493 - $572▼ 59% vs. 2008
2022$1,395 - $1,620▲ 15% vs. 2008
2021$493 - $572▼ 59% vs. 2008
2020$2,139 - $2,484▲ 77% vs. 2008
2019$2,441 - $2,835▲ 102% vs. 2008
2018$3,557 - $4,131▲ 194% vs. 2008
2017$6,696 - $7,776▲ 454% vs. 2008
2016$8,277 - $9,612▲ 585% vs. 2008
2015$6,719 - $7,803▲ 456% vs. 2008
2014$7,673 - $8,910▲ 535% vs. 2008
2013$7,208 - $8,370▲ 496% vs. 2008
2012$3,418 - $3,969▲ 183% vs. 2008
2011$1,860 - $2,160▲ 54% vs. 2008
2010$3,069 - $3,564▲ 154% vs. 2008
2009$3,023 - $3,510▲ 150% vs. 20082008$1,209 - $1,404Currently viewing
2006$2,418 - $2,808▲ 100% vs. 2008
2005$3,255 - $3,780▲ 169% vs. 2008
2004$2,046 - $2,376▲ 69% vs. 2008
2003$3,069 - $3,564▲ 154% vs. 2008
2001$2,790 - $3,240▲ 131% vs. 2008
2000$1,349 - $1,566▲ 12% vs. 2008
1999$1,139 - $1,323▼ 6% vs. 20082008 XTC Alliance lineup
Overview
About this bike
2008 Giant XTC Alliance value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded/bonded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Alliance aluminum/composite
- Fork Brand & Model
- Marzocchi MX Pro LO, 100mm travel
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2008 Giant XTC Alliance
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Shift Levers
- SRAM X.7 Trigger
- Crankset
- Race Face Ride XC, 22/32/44 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Race Face XC X-Type
- Rear Cogs
- 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano HG-73
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Hayes Stroker Ryde w/160mm rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Race Face Ride XC, 30.9mm diameter
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado Race
- Handlebar
- Race Face Ride XC riser
- Handlebar Stem
- Race Face Ride XC 31.8
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch integrated
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Formula disc
- Rims
- WTB Dual Duty XC, 32-hole
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.1inch Kenda Small Block Eight, Rear: 26 x 1.95inch Kenda Small Block Eight
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel
Pedals
- Pedals
- Shimano PD-M520
Accessories
- Colors
- Brushed/White
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- Xsmall, small, medium, large, 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.