Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1998 Jamis Dragon
Value Guide market data · 1998 Jamis Dragon
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
19%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1998 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▲ 35% vs. 1998
2021$1,860 - $2,160▲ 8% vs. 1998
2016$2,696 - $3,131▲ 57% vs. 1998
2015$2,696 - $3,131▲ 57% vs. 1998
2014$2,697 - $3,132▲ 57% vs. 1998
2013$2,697 - $3,132▲ 57% vs. 1998
2012$2,511 - $2,916▲ 46% vs. 1998
2011$2,790 - $3,240▲ 62% vs. 1998
2010$2,581 - $2,997▲ 50% vs. 1998
2009$2,302 - $2,673▲ 34% vs. 1998
2008$1,939 - $2,252▲ 13% vs. 1998
2006$1,953 - $2,268▲ 13% vs. 1998
2003$2,697 - $3,132▲ 57% vs. 1998
2002$2,418 - $2,808▲ 41% vs. 19981998$1,721 - $1,998Currently viewing
1997$1,674 - $1,944▼ 3% vs. 19981996$1,525 - $1,771▼ 11% vs. 19981998 Dragon lineup
Overview
About this bike
1998 Jamis Dragon value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Answer Manitou SX Ti
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Reynolds 853
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano XT
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN72, 110mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano Deore XT
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore XT, 24/34/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Titec Enduro
- Stem
- Syncros Cattlehead
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch Aheadset AC
- Saddle
- SDG Ventura Comp, titanium rails
- Seatpost
- Thomson Elite, 27.0mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Ringle, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
- Rims
- Sun Rims XC, 28-hole/32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Alloy nipples
- Tires
- 26 x 2.20inch WTB Racing Raptor kevlar
Pedals
- Pedals
- Time ATAC Carbon
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Flame Red
- Extensions
- Titec L-Bend
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.