Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
1997 Specialized Ground Control AIM A1 Pro
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Overview
About this bike
1997 Specialized Ground Control AIM A1 Pro value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- SBC A1 Premium aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Indy SL
- Fork Material
- Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Rear Shock
- Rock Shox Deluxe, 2.75inch travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Specialized Ground Control AIM A1 Pro
- Component Group
- Shimano Deore LX
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
- Crankset
- SBC Son of Strongarm, 22/32/42 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- SBC sealed cartridge
- Rear Cogs
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Specialized Prolong Evolution Carbotech
- Handlebar
- SBC aluminum
- Handlebar Stem
- SBC aluminum
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Ritchey Logic
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: SBC aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
- Rims
- Mavic 220, 32-hole
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.00inch Specialized Team Control kevlar, Rear: 26 x 1.95inch Specialized Team Master kevlar
- Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Alloy nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Ritchey Logic (clipless)
Accessories
- Colors
- Yellow/Black
- 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.