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
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
111%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1998 Haro Escape AO
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
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
- Fork Brand & Model
- RST 260
- Fork Material
- Chromoly, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- 7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Acera
- Bottom Bracket
- YST BB 969, 110.5mm spindle
- Cassette
- 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- KMC IG-51, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano AceraX
- Crankset
- Shimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano AceraX EZ Fire
Brakes
- Brakes
- Tektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Shimano AceraX levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Wei Han ATB-1 steel
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless YST CS558
- Saddle
- Selle Italia Triax
- Seatpost
- Kalloy SP-242, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Joy Tech aluminum, Q/R
- Rims
- Araya GP-710, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- HTI stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.10inch Ritchey Alfa Bite, Rear: 26 x 2.10inch Ritchey Omega Bite
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo LU-955A w/clips & straps
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Polished, too blue
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 28.9
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.