Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1997 Jamis Explorer
Value Guide market data · 1997 Jamis Explorer
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Price over time - 1997 Jamis Explorer
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All Explorer model years
2013$460 - $535▲ 106% vs. 1997
2012$409 - $475▲ 83% vs. 1997
2011$372 - $432▲ 67% vs. 1997
2010$581 - $675▲ 161% vs. 1997
2008$442 - $513▲ 98% vs. 1997
2006$488 - $567▲ 119% vs. 1997
2002$242 - $281▲ 9% vs. 1997
2001$270 - $313▲ 21% vs. 1997
1999$195 - $227▼ 12% vs. 1997
1998$223 - $2590% vs. 19971997$223 - $259Currently viewing1996$270 - $313▲ 21% vs. 19971997 Explorer lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Jamis Explorer value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
- Fork Brand & Model
- Spinner
- Fork Material
- Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Jamis Explorer
- Component Group
- Shimano Altus
- Cassette
- 7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Lee Chi 748C brakes, Lee Chi GL-1 levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar Stem
- Hsin Lung steel
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- King Kong 510 SE, Q/R
- Rims
- Alex VP-20, 36-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.00inch Duro HF-855
- Spoke Brand
- Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo LU-943
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not included
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.