Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Rocky Mountain
2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970
Previous used estimate
$744 - $766
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970
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4%
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Overview
About this bike
29-inch wheels and 95mm of rear travel equal serious speed. Rocky Mountain's Element 970 is built to go fast from handcrafted FORM custom hydroformed aluminum with a tapered head tube and press fit bottom bracket. Suspension is provided by a 100-travel RockShox SID fork up front and a 95mm RockShox Monarch shock out back to deliver trail-smoothing plushness for steamrolling roots, rocks and anyone who tries to hang on your wheel. In the components department, a SRAM X7/X9 drivetrain and Formula discs deliver dependable shifting and braking. Plus, the 29-inch DT Swiss wheelset is tubeless ready, the Maxxis tires are waiting to slay the corners and the Easton spec is dependably light so you can roll up to the start line or just be the envy of your riding crew.
Specifications
- Category
- Mountain
- Product Family
- Element
- Component Rear Shock
- Fox Float CTD Evolution
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float CTD Evolution
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork and rear shock service intervals and check pivot bearings for play.