Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1998 Jamis Comet
Value Guide market data · 1998 Jamis Comet
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Price over time - 1998 Jamis Comet
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All Comet model years
2014$1,581 - $1,836▲ 6% vs. 1998
2013$1,651 - $1,917▲ 11% vs. 1998
2012$1,651 - $1,917▲ 11% vs. 1998
2011$1,581 - $1,836▲ 6% vs. 1998
2010$1,651 - $1,917▲ 11% vs. 1998
2009$1,488 - $1,7280% vs. 1998
2006$1,279 - $1,485▼ 14% vs. 1998
2005$1,813 - $2,105▲ 22% vs. 1998
2004$1,721 - $1,998▲ 16% vs. 1998
2003$1,721 - $1,998▲ 16% vs. 19981998$1,488 - $1,728Currently viewing1998 Comet lineup
Overview
About this bike
1998 Jamis Comet value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- 7005 aluminum, double-butted aero
- Fork Brand & Model
- Kinesis Air Foil
- Fork Material
- Aluminum, aero crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1998 Jamis Comet
- Component Group
- Shimano 600 Ultegra
- Shift Levers
- Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
- Crankset
- Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-6500, 118.5mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Thomson Elite, 27.0mm diameter
- Saddle
- SDG Ventura Comp, titanium rails
- Handlebar
- TTT Forma
- Handlebar Stem
- Syncros Altura
- Headset
- 1inch Shimano 600 Ultegra
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano 600 Ultegra
- Rims
- Mavic CXP 30, 28-hole/32-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 23c Continental Grand Prix kevlar
- Spoke Brand
- Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Alloy nipples
Accessories
- Colors
- Gloss White
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not applicable
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm, 61 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.