Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Rocky Mountain
2017 Rocky Mountain Element 950 RSL
Value Guide market data · 2017 Rocky Mountain Element 950 RSL
12-month trend
15%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
18%
Drops faster than category avg
Price over time - 2017 Rocky Mountain Element 950 RSL
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Element model years
2024$11,624 - $13,499▲ 33% vs. 2017
2023$9,020 - $10,475▲ 3% vs. 2017
2022$8,918 - $10,356▲ 2% vs. 2017
2021$7,300 - $8,477▼ 16% vs. 2017
2020$6,881 - $7,991▼ 21% vs. 2017
2019$6,602 - $7,667▼ 24% vs. 2017
2018$8,555 - $9,935▼ 2% vs. 2017
2017$8,742 - $10,152Currently viewing
2016$5,580 - $6,480▼ 36% vs. 2017
2015$9,765 - $11,340▲ 12% vs. 2017
2014$7,719 - $8,964▼ 12% vs. 2017
2013$7,440 - $8,640▼ 15% vs. 2017
2012$4,650 - $5,400▼ 47% vs. 2017
2011$6,510 - $7,560▼ 26% vs. 2017
2010$6,045 - $7,020▼ 31% vs. 2017
2009$5,487 - $6,372▼ 37% vs. 2017
2008$5,208 - $6,048▼ 40% vs. 2017
2007$4,929 - $5,724▼ 44% vs. 2017
2004$4,091 - $4,751▼ 53% vs. 2017
2003$1,869 - $2,171▼ 79% vs. 2017
2001$3,581 - $4,158▼ 59% vs. 2017
2000$3,360 - $3,902▼ 62% vs. 2017
1997$3,719 - $4,319▼ 57% vs. 20172017 Element 950 RSL lineup
Overview
About this bike
2017 Rocky Mountain Element 950 RSL value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork
- Fox 34 Float Performance 120mm
- Frame
- SMOOTHWALL Carbon C13 Frame. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float DPS Remote Performance Elite 100mm
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano SLX
- Bottom Bracket
- Race Face BB92 Press Fit
- Cassette
- Shimano XT 11-46T
- Chain
- Shimano HG-600
- Chainrings
- 32T
- Crankset
- Race Face Aeffect SL Cinch
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XT
- Shifters
- Shimano SLX
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- Shimano SLX
- Brakes
- Shimano SLX 180/160mm
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Rocky Mountain AM 760mm
- Headset
- FSA Orbit NO.57E
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado Race
- Seatpost
- Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm
- Stem
- Rocky Mountain AM
- Grips
- Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Wheels & Tires
- Axles
- 15x110mm Thru (Front), 12x148mm Thru (Rear)
- Hubs
- Rocky Mountain (Front), SUNringlÉ SRC (Rear)
- Spokes
- WTB 1.8-1.6
- Tires
- Maxxis Ikon 29 x 2.2 Maxx Speed TR
- Wheel Set
- Sun Helix SL TR25 Tubeless Compatible
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.