Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1997 Jamis Aurora
Value Guide market data · 1997 Jamis Aurora
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Price over time - 1997 Jamis Aurora
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All Aurora model years
2019$1,580 - $1,835▲ 157% vs. 19972018$1,580 - $1,835▲ 157% vs. 1997
2014$1,488 - $1,728▲ 142% vs. 1997
2013$1,535 - $1,782▲ 150% vs. 1997
2012$1,488 - $1,728▲ 142% vs. 1997
2011$1,535 - $1,782▲ 150% vs. 1997
2010$1,535 - $1,782▲ 150% vs. 1997
2009$1,372 - $1,593▲ 123% vs. 1997
2008$1,256 - $1,458▲ 105% vs. 1997
2006$767 - $891▲ 25% vs. 1997
2005$725 - $842▲ 18% vs. 1997
2001$558 - $648▼ 9% vs. 1997
2000$558 - $648▼ 9% vs. 1997
1999$558 - $648▼ 9% vs. 1997
1998$558 - $648▼ 9% vs. 19971997$614 - $713Currently viewing1997 Aurora lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Jamis Aurora value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly, double-butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Spinner
- Fork Material
- Chromoly, triple-butted, unicrown crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1997 Jamis Aurora
- Component Group
- Shimano RSX
- Shift Levers
- Shimano RSX STI Dual Control
- Crankset
- Shimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano RX-100 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano RSX levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Kalloy SP-231, 26.8 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Vetta Comfort
- Handlebar
- Hsin Lung Modolo bend
- Handlebar Stem
- Kalloy chromoly
- Headset
- 1inch Victor VP-H81NW
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano RSX
- Rims
- Sun Rims CRE16, 32-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 28c Ritchey Road Force
- Spoke Brand
- Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Accessories
- Colors
- Cobalt blue
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not applicable
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 22.8
- Sizes
- 47 cm, 50 cm, 53 cm, 56 cm, 59 cm
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
Carbon inspection
Tap test the frame, fork, seatpost, and bars for cracks; verify no impact damage near dropouts.
Inspection
Brake hoses & cables
Check hydraulic line bleed, cable housing wear, and confirm rotors are within spec.