Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1998 Jamis Aurora
Value Guide market data · 1998 Jamis Aurora
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Price over time - 1998 Jamis Aurora
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All Aurora model years
2019$1,580 - $1,835▲ 183% vs. 19982018$1,580 - $1,835▲ 183% vs. 1998
2014$1,488 - $1,728▲ 167% vs. 1998
2013$1,535 - $1,782▲ 175% vs. 1998
2012$1,488 - $1,728▲ 167% vs. 1998
2011$1,535 - $1,782▲ 175% vs. 1998
2010$1,535 - $1,782▲ 175% vs. 1998
2009$1,372 - $1,593▲ 146% vs. 1998
2008$1,256 - $1,458▲ 125% vs. 1998
2006$767 - $891▲ 37% vs. 1998
2005$725 - $842▲ 30% vs. 1998
2001$558 - $6480% vs. 1998
2000$558 - $6480% vs. 1998
1999$558 - $6480% vs. 19981998$558 - $648Currently viewing
1997$614 - $713▲ 10% vs. 19981998 Aurora lineup
Overview
About this bike
1998 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
- Reynolds 525
- Fork Brand & Model
- Jamis
- Fork Material
- Chromoly, unicrown crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1998 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, 118mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 24 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano RSX Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano RSX levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Kalloy aluminum micro-adjust, 26.8mm diameter
- Saddle
- Jamis Comp
- Handlebar
- Kalloy
- Handlebar Stem
- Kalloy chromoly
- Headset
- 1inch Victor VP-H242NW
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano RSX
- Rims
- Sun Rims CR18, 36-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 25c Ritchey Tom Slick
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo w/clips & straps
Accessories
- Colors
- Electric Blue
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not applicable
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 50 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm, 62 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.