Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1996 Jamis Dragon
Value Guide market data · 1996 Jamis Dragon
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
17%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1996 Jamis Dragon
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Dragon model years
2022$2,325 - $2,700▲ 52% vs. 1996
2021$1,860 - $2,160▲ 22% vs. 1996
2016$2,696 - $3,131▲ 77% vs. 1996
2015$2,696 - $3,131▲ 77% vs. 1996
2014$2,697 - $3,132▲ 77% vs. 1996
2013$2,697 - $3,132▲ 77% vs. 1996
2012$2,511 - $2,916▲ 65% vs. 1996
2011$2,790 - $3,240▲ 83% vs. 1996
2010$2,581 - $2,997▲ 69% vs. 1996
2009$2,302 - $2,673▲ 51% vs. 1996
2008$1,939 - $2,252▲ 27% vs. 1996
2006$1,953 - $2,268▲ 28% vs. 1996
2003$2,697 - $3,132▲ 77% vs. 1996
2002$2,418 - $2,808▲ 59% vs. 1996
1998$1,721 - $1,998▲ 13% vs. 1996
1997$1,674 - $1,944▲ 10% vs. 19961996$1,525 - $1,771Currently viewing1996 Dragon lineup
Overview
About this bike
1996 Jamis Dragon value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Judy XC
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded steel
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly, double-butted, heat-treated
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1996 Jamis Dragon
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano Deore LX
- Crankset
- White Industries, 22/32/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Brakes
- Brakes
- Onza H.O. brakes, Avid levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Spectre Wonderbar
- Stem
- Spectre Flip Flop forged alloy
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2
- Saddle
- Vetta AT Transverse, maganese rails
- Seatpost
- Spectre UL Comp, 26.8 mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Mavic 220, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Alloy nipples
- Tires
- 26 x 2.10inch WTB VelociRaptor
Pedals
- Pedals
- Ritchey Logic (clipless)
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Polished
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 23.75
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.