Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Rocky Mountain
2015 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL
Value Guide market data · 2015 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL
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Price over time - 2015 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL
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All Element model years
2024$11,624 - $13,499▲ 19% vs. 2015
2023$9,020 - $10,475▼ 8% vs. 2015
2022$8,918 - $10,356▼ 9% vs. 2015
2021$7,300 - $8,477▼ 25% vs. 2015
2020$6,881 - $7,991▼ 30% vs. 2015
2019$6,602 - $7,667▼ 32% vs. 2015
2018$8,555 - $9,935▼ 12% vs. 2015
2017$8,742 - $10,152▼ 10% vs. 2015
2016$5,580 - $6,480▼ 43% vs. 2015
2015$9,765 - $11,340Currently viewing
2014$7,719 - $8,964▼ 21% vs. 2015
2013$7,440 - $8,640▼ 24% vs. 2015
2012$4,650 - $5,400▼ 52% vs. 2015
2011$6,510 - $7,560▼ 33% vs. 2015
2010$6,045 - $7,020▼ 38% vs. 2015
2009$5,487 - $6,372▼ 44% vs. 2015
2008$5,208 - $6,048▼ 47% vs. 2015
2007$4,929 - $5,724▼ 50% vs. 2015
2004$4,091 - $4,751▼ 58% vs. 2015
2003$1,869 - $2,171▼ 81% vs. 2015
2001$3,581 - $4,158▼ 63% vs. 2015
2000$3,360 - $3,902▼ 66% vs. 2015
1997$3,719 - $4,319▼ 62% vs. 20152015 Element 970 RSL lineup
Overview
About this bike
2015 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- Rocky Mountain Smoothwall Carbon, ABC Pivots, tapered head tube, Press Fit BB, 95mm travel
- Fork Brand & Model
- Fox 32 Float FIT CTD Factory, 15mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 100mm travel
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float Remote CTD Custom Race Valved w/SmoothLink design
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2015 Rocky Mountain Element 970 RSL
- Crankset
- Race Face Turbine
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano HG81, 10-speed: 11-36
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano XT
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XTR, Shadow Plus
Cockpit
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado Race
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano XT
- Tires
- Maxxis Ikon, 29 x 2.2
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.