Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Haro
1998 Haro Escape AO
Value Guide market data · 1998 Haro Escape AO
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Price over time - 1998 Haro Escape AO
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All Escape model years
2009$911 - $1,058▼ 61% vs. 1998
2008$837 - $972▼ 64% vs. 1998
2007$911 - $1,058▼ 61% vs. 1998
2004$1,256 - $1,458▼ 46% vs. 1998
2001$628 - $729▼ 73% vs. 1998
2000$400 - $464▼ 83% vs. 1998
1999$1,814 - $2,106▼ 22% vs. 19981998$2,325 - $2,700Currently viewing
1997$3,227 - $3,748▲ 39% vs. 19981996$2,976 - $3,456▲ 28% vs. 19981995$809 - $940▼ 65% vs. 19981993$669 - $777▼ 71% vs. 19981998 Escape AO lineup
Overview
About this bike
1998 Haro Escape AO value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- 7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
- Fork Brand & Model
- RST 260
- Fork Material
- Chromoly, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1998 Haro Escape AO
- Component Group
- Shimano AceraX
- Shift Levers
- Shimano AceraX EZ Fire
- Crankset
- Shimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- YST BB 969, 110.5mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- KMC IG-51, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Tektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Shimano AceraX levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Kalloy SP-242, 27.2mm diameter
- Saddle
- Selle Italia Triax
- Handlebar
- Wei Han ATB-1 steel
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless YST CS558
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Joy Tech aluminum, Q/R
- Rims
- Araya GP-710, 32-hole
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.10inch Ritchey Alfa Bite, Rear: 26 x 2.10inch Ritchey Omega Bite
- Spoke Brand
- HTI stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo LU-955A w/clips & straps
Accessories
- Colors
- Polished, too blue
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 28.9
- Sizes
- 15.5inch, 17.5inch, 19.5inch
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.