Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Marin
1996 Marin Bear Valley SE (02)
Value Guide market data · 1996 Marin Bear Valley SE (02)
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All Bear model years
2014$977 - $1,134▼ 14% vs. 1996
2013$800 - $929▼ 29% vs. 1996
2012$744 - $864▼ 34% vs. 1996
2011$688 - $799▼ 39% vs. 1996
2010$698 - $810▼ 38% vs. 1996
2002$558 - $648▼ 51% vs. 1996
2001$605 - $702▼ 47% vs. 19961997$604 - $701▼ 47% vs. 19961996$1,132 - $1,314Currently viewing1995$927 - $1,077▼ 18% vs. 19961994$679 - $788▼ 40% vs. 19961993$721 - $837▼ 36% vs. 19961996 Bear Valley SE (02) lineup
Overview
About this bike
1996 Marin Bear Valley SE (02) value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded steel
- Frame Tubing Material
- Tange chromoly, double-butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Answer Manitou Mach 5 Pro XC
- Fork Material
- Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1996 Marin Bear Valley SE (02)
- Component Group
- Shimano STX-RC
- Shift Levers
- Grip Shift SRT-600
- Crankset
- Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Marin Lite brakes, Avid SD-2.0 levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Marin Lite Comp alloy, 27.0 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Ritchey Vector
- Handlebar
- Marin Lite alloy
- Handlebar Stem
- Marin Lite alloy
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Tech alloy
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Mavic 238, 32-hole
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.10inch Marin Quake 7.0, Rear: 26 x 2.10inch Marin Quake 7.1
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Alloy cage, resin body w/clips & straps
Accessories
- Colors
- Black Anodized
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Marin Lite
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 14inch, 15.5inch, 17.5inch, 19inch, 20.5inch
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.