Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Trek
1994 Trek 520
Value Guide market data · 1994 Trek 520
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Price over time - 1994 Trek 520
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All 520 model years
2023$1,702 - $1,976▲ 93% vs. 1994
2020$1,702 - $1,976▲ 93% vs. 1994
2019$1,562 - $1,814▲ 77% vs. 1994
2018$1,265 - $1,469▲ 43% vs. 19942017$1,265 - $1,469▲ 43% vs. 19942016$1,265 - $1,469▲ 43% vs. 19942015$1,330 - $1,544▲ 50% vs. 1994
2014$1,330 - $1,544▲ 50% vs. 1994
2013$1,386 - $1,609▲ 57% vs. 19942012$1,209 - $1,404▲ 37% vs. 1994
2011$1,330 - $1,544▲ 50% vs. 1994
2010$1,228 - $1,426▲ 39% vs. 1994
2009$1,116 - $1,296▲ 26% vs. 1994
2008$1,153 - $1,339▲ 30% vs. 1994
2007$1,153 - $1,339▲ 30% vs. 1994
2002$1,023 - $1,188▲ 16% vs. 19941995$930 - $1,080▲ 5% vs. 19941994$884 - $1,026Currently viewing1993$836 - $971▼ 5% vs. 19941994 520 lineup
Overview
About this bike
1994 Trek 520 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded steel
- Frame Tubing Material
- True Temper chromoly, triple-butted
- Fork Brand & Model
- Chromoly, Trek hybrid w/front rack mounts
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1994 Trek 520
- Component Group
- Shimano Deore LX
- Shift Levers
- Shimano SL-BS50 bar-end 7-speed
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore LX 26/36/46, 26/36/46 teeth
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano HG-70
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Deore LX M-System brakes, levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Trek System 2 w/accessory mount
- Saddle
- Trek System 2 Gel Lite
- Handlebar
- Trek System 1 road alloy
- Handlebar Stem
- Trek System 1 90 degree chromoly
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimnao Deore LX
- Rims
- Matrix Titan Tech, 36-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 28c Trek IsoTech 3K
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 28.6
- Sizes
- 17inch, 19inch, 21inch, 23inch, 25inch
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.