Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1997 Jamis Quest
Value Guide market data · 1997 Jamis Quest
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
68%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1997 Jamis Quest
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Quest model years
2019$883 - $1,0250% vs. 19972018$883 - $1,0250% vs. 1997
2017$1,627 - $1,889▲ 84% vs. 1997
2016$1,627 - $1,889▲ 84% vs. 1997
2015$1,627 - $1,889▲ 84% vs. 1997
2014$1,628 - $1,890▲ 84% vs. 1997
2013$1,674 - $1,944▲ 89% vs. 1997
2012$1,697 - $1,971▲ 92% vs. 1997
2011$1,581 - $1,836▲ 79% vs. 1997
2010$1,628 - $1,890▲ 84% vs. 1997
2009$1,488 - $1,728▲ 68% vs. 1997
2006$1,302 - $1,512▲ 47% vs. 1997
2005$1,153 - $1,339▲ 30% vs. 1997
1998$958 - $1,112▲ 8% vs. 19971997$884 - $1,026Currently viewing1997 Quest lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Jamis Quest value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Spinner
- Fork Material
- Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Chromoly, double-butted, heat-treated
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano 105
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52, 122.5 mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano 105SC/RX-100
- Crankset
- Shimano RX-100, 30/42/52 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano 105SC STI Dual Control
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano RX-100 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105SC levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Hsin Lung Modolo bend
- Stem
- Kalloy chromoly
- Headset
- 1inch Tange-Seiki CDS
- Saddle
- Vetta TT Transverse
- Seatpost
- Kalloy SP-231, 26.8 mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano RX-100
- Rims
- Mavic CXP 14, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Alloy nipples
- Tires
- 700 x 23c Panaracer Category-1 Pro
Pedals
- Pedals
- Look PM-266 clipless
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Polished
- Extensions
- Not applicable
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 22.7
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.