Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Jamis
1998 Jamis Quest Compact
Value Guide market data · 1998 Jamis Quest Compact
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
46%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1998 Jamis Quest Compact
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Quest model years
2019$883 - $1,025▼ 8% vs. 19982018$883 - $1,025▼ 8% vs. 1998
2017$1,627 - $1,889▲ 70% vs. 1998
2016$1,627 - $1,889▲ 70% vs. 1998
2015$1,627 - $1,889▲ 70% vs. 1998
2014$1,628 - $1,890▲ 70% vs. 1998
2013$1,674 - $1,944▲ 75% vs. 1998
2012$1,697 - $1,971▲ 77% vs. 1998
2011$1,581 - $1,836▲ 65% vs. 1998
2010$1,628 - $1,890▲ 70% vs. 1998
2009$1,488 - $1,728▲ 55% vs. 1998
2006$1,302 - $1,512▲ 36% vs. 1998
2005$1,153 - $1,339▲ 20% vs. 19981998$958 - $1,112Currently viewing
1997$884 - $1,026▼ 8% vs. 19981998 Quest Compact lineup
Overview
About this bike
1998 Jamis Quest Compact value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Jamis
- Fork Material
- Chromoly, unicrown crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Reynolds 631
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano 105
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52, 118mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano 105SC
- Crankset
- Shimano RX-100, 30/42/52 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano 105SC STI Dual Control
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano 105SC Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105SC levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Hsin Lung aluminum
- Stem
- Kalloy aluminum
- Headset
- 1inch Tange-Seiki Levin
- Saddle
- SDG Ventura Comp, titanium rails
- Seatpost
- Kalloy aluminum micro-adjust, 27.0mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano 105SC
- Rims
- Mavic CXP 14, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Alloy nipples
- Tires
- 650 x 23c Continental Super Sport Ultra
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo RC-9701 clipless
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Black
- Extensions
- Not applicable
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.