Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
GT
1997 GT Karakoram (01)
Value Guide market data · 1997 GT Karakoram (01)
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All Karakoram model years
2017$856 - $994▲ 20% vs. 1997
2015$1,060 - $1,231▲ 49% vs. 1997
2014$1,107 - $1,285▲ 56% vs. 1997
2013$1,070 - $1,242▲ 50% vs. 1997
2012$1,023 - $1,188▲ 44% vs. 1997
2011$995 - $1,156▲ 40% vs. 1997
1999$607 - $705▼ 15% vs. 1997
1997$711 - $826Currently viewing1996$827 - $960▲ 16% vs. 19971995$910 - $1,057▲ 28% vs. 19971994$836 - $971▲ 18% vs. 19971997 Karakoram (01) lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 GT Karakoram (01) value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly, butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Indy SL
- Fork Material
- Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 GT Karakoram (01)
- Component Group
- Shimano Deore LX
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano
- Rear Cogs
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.8 mm diameter
- Saddle
- WTB SST, hollow chromoly rails, w/kevlar sides
- Handlebar
- Kore Lite
- Handlebar Stem
- Kore lite
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Tioga
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano Deore LX
- Rims
- Mavic 238, 32-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.10inch WTB VelociRaptor
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Steel cage, aluminum body w/clips & straps
Accessories
- Colors
- Blue, Yellow
- BB Shell Width
- 73mm English
- Extensions
- GT Cut Weld
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 14.5inch, 16inch, 18inch, 20inch, 22inch
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.