Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
1997 Specialized Hardrock Classic
Value Guide market data · 1997 Specialized Hardrock Classic
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Price over time - 1997 Specialized Hardrock Classic
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All Hardrock model years
2017$456 - $529▲ 9% vs. 1997
2016$521 - $605▲ 24% vs. 1997
2015$446 - $518▲ 7% vs. 1997
2014$651 - $756▲ 55% vs. 1997
2013$651 - $756▲ 55% vs. 1997
2012$642 - $745▲ 53% vs. 1997
2011$651 - $756▲ 55% vs. 1997
2010$567 - $659▲ 35% vs. 1997
2009$428 - $497▲ 2% vs. 1997
2008$614 - $713▲ 47% vs. 1997
2007$763 - $886▲ 82% vs. 1997
2005$512 - $594▲ 22% vs. 1997
2004$465 - $540▲ 11% vs. 1997
2003$539 - $626▲ 29% vs. 1997
2002$707 - $821▲ 69% vs. 1997
2001$464 - $539▲ 11% vs. 1997
1999$419 - $4860% vs. 1997
1998$400 - $464▼ 5% vs. 1997
1997$419 - $486Currently viewing1995$259 - $301▼ 38% vs. 19971994$335 - $389▼ 20% vs. 19971993$404 - $469▼ 4% vs. 19971997 Hardrock Classic lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Specialized Hardrock Classic value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
- Fork Brand & Model
- SBC
- Fork Material
- Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Specialized Hardrock Classic
- Component Group
- Shimano AceraX
- Shift Levers
- Grip Shift MRX-170
- Crankset
- SR aluminum, 22/34/42 teeth
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano brakes, aluminum levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.2 mm diameter
- Saddle
- SBC Supersoft Spring Comfort
- Handlebar
- Steel
- Handlebar Stem
- Steel
- Headset
- 1inch
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano cassette, Q/R
- Rims
- Weinmann 519, 36-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 1.95inch Specialized Crossroads III
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Resin
Accessories
- Colors
- Green, purple
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 13.5inch, 15.5inch, 17inch, 19inch, 21inch, 23inch, womens 15.5inch, womens 18inch
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.