Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
1997 Specialized Rockhopper A1 Comp FS
Value Guide market data · 1997 Specialized Rockhopper A1 Comp FS
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
51%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1997 Specialized Rockhopper A1 Comp FS
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Rockhopper model years
2025$884 - $1,026▲ 6% vs. 1997
2024$837 - $9720% vs. 1997
2023$884 - $1,026▲ 6% vs. 1997
2022$1,070 - $1,242▲ 28% vs. 1997
2021$1,302 - $1,512▲ 56% vs. 1997
2020$907 - $1,053▲ 8% vs. 1997
2019$1,209 - $1,404▲ 44% vs. 1997
2018$1,070 - $1,242▲ 28% vs. 1997
2017$1,256 - $1,458▲ 50% vs. 1997
2016$1,070 - $1,242▲ 28% vs. 1997
2015$1,442 - $1,674▲ 72% vs. 1997
2014$1,302 - $1,512▲ 56% vs. 1997
2013$1,209 - $1,404▲ 44% vs. 1997
2012$1,023 - $1,188▲ 22% vs. 1997
2011$1,674 - $1,944▲ 100% vs. 1997
2010$1,442 - $1,674▲ 72% vs. 1997
2009$1,256 - $1,458▲ 50% vs. 1997
2008$1,116 - $1,296▲ 33% vs. 1997
2007$818 - $950▼ 2% vs. 1997
2006$1,023 - $1,188▲ 22% vs. 1997
2005$1,023 - $1,188▲ 22% vs. 1997
2004$818 - $950▼ 2% vs. 1997
2003$1,265 - $1,469▲ 51% vs. 1997
2002$1,107 - $1,285▲ 32% vs. 1997
2001$1,208 - $1,403▲ 44% vs. 1997
2000$1,032 - $1,199▲ 23% vs. 1997
1999$837 - $9720% vs. 1997
1998$558 - $648▼ 33% vs. 19971997$837 - $972Currently viewing1996$604 - $701▼ 28% vs. 19971995$474 - $551▼ 43% vs. 19971994$465 - $540▼ 44% vs. 19971993$706 - $820▼ 16% vs. 19971997 Rockhopper A1 Comp FS lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Specialized Rockhopper A1 Comp FS value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Rock Shox Indy XC
- Fork Material
- Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- SBC A1 Premium aluminum
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Deore
- Bottom Bracket
- SBC sealed cartridge
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Crankset
- SBC Son of Strongarm, 22/32/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Grip Shift SRT-600
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Ritchey Forcelite
- Stem
- SBC aluminum
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Tange
- Saddle
- Specialized Prolong Evolution Carbotech
- Seatpost
- Aluminum micro-adjust, 30.9 mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: SBC aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
- Rims
- Front: Ritchey Rock SCX, Rear: Ritchey OCR, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- Ritchey Logic stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.00inch Specialized Team Control kevlar, Rear: 26 x 1.90inch Specialized Team Master kevlar
Pedals
- Pedals
- Aluminum cage, resin body w/clips & straps
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Ball burnished
- Extensions
- Not included
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.