Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
1997 Specialized S-Works C3 FSR
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Overview
About this bike
1997 Specialized S-Works C3 FSR value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- C3 RTM carbon/aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- Answer Manitou FS Ti
- Fork Material
- Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Fox Alps-R1 Piggy back
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Specialized S-Works C3 FSR
- Component Group
- Shimano Deore XT
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
- Crankset
- S-Works Strongarm, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52
- Rear Cogs
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Ritchey Expert, 30.9 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Specialized Prolong Evolution CK, chromoly rails
- Handlebar
- S-Works Thermobar
- Handlebar Stem
- SBC M2 Metal Matrix Composite
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: SBC Stout suspension hub, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
- Rims
- Mavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.00inch Specialized Team Control Team, Rear: 26 x 1.90inch Specialized Team Master Team
- Spoke Brand
- Ritchey WCS stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Alloy nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Ritchey Logic (clipless)
Accessories
- Colors
- Natural
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 15.5inch, 17inch, 18inch, 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.