Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1997 Jamis Dakar Sport
Value Guide market data · 1997 Jamis Dakar Sport
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Price over time - 1997 Jamis Dakar Sport
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All Dakar model years
2020$1,487 - $1,727▼ 53% vs. 1997
2019$1,952 - $2,267▼ 38% vs. 1997
2018$1,859 - $2,159▼ 41% vs. 1997
2017$1,301 - $1,511▼ 59% vs. 1997
2016$5,858 - $6,803▲ 85% vs. 1997
2015$6,509 - $7,559▲ 106% vs. 1997
2014$5,859 - $6,804▲ 85% vs. 1997
2013$5,301 - $6,156▲ 68% vs. 1997
2012$4,743 - $5,508▲ 50% vs. 1997
2011$6,882 - $7,992▲ 118% vs. 1997
2010$7,696 - $8,937▲ 143% vs. 1997
2009$6,975 - $8,100▲ 121% vs. 1997
2008$5,952 - $6,912▲ 88% vs. 1997
2007$2,581 - $2,997▼ 18% vs. 1997
2006$3,162 - $3,6720% vs. 1997
2005$2,139 - $2,484▼ 32% vs. 1997
2004$1,953 - $2,268▼ 38% vs. 1997
2003$2,976 - $3,456▼ 6% vs. 1997
2000$744 - $864▼ 76% vs. 1997
1997$3,162 - $3,672Currently viewing1993$2,413 - $2,803▼ 24% vs. 19971997 Dakar Sport lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Jamis Dakar Sport 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, double-butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Indy XC
- Fork Material
- Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Cane Creek AD-4, 3.0inch travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Jamis Dakar Sport
- Component Group
- Shimano STX-RC
- Shift Levers
- Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
- Crankset
- Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Titec PG, 27.2 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Viscount 2973
- Handlebar
- Titec Enduro Hell Bent
- Handlebar Stem
- Kalloy Uno
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano STX-RC
- Rims
- Sun Rims CR18, 32-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.10inch WTB VelociRaptor
- Spoke Brand
- Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless)
Accessories
- Colors
- Charcoal, green
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Titec L-Bend
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 27.2
- Sizes
- 15inch, 17inch, 19inch, 21inch
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.