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1996 Trek 8500

Bicycle Type Mountain bike, non-suspension
MSRP USD (new)
$1,399.99
Weight 23.0
Sizes 14.5", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"
Colors Gold
Item ID 58355


Frame & Fork

Frame Construction Bonded aluminum
Frame Material Easton ProGram EA70
Fork System 2
Fork Materal Chromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear Shock Not applicable

Components

Component Group Shimano Deore XT
Brakeset Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
Shift Levers Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front Derailleur Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
Pedals Shimano PD-M535 SPD (clipless)
Bottom Bracket Shimano BB-UN72, 113 mm spindle
BB Shell Width 73mm English
Rear Cogs 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain Shimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
Seatpost System 2, 27.2 mm diameter
Saddle Bontrager Plus 10 Lite
Handlebar Extensions System 2
Handlebars Bontrager Race
Handlebar Stem Bontrager Race
Headset 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2

Wheels

Wheel Size 26" wheels
Hubs Not Available
Rims Matrix Swami, 32-hole
Front Tire Front: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Dart 2 Comp, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Smoke 2 Comp
Rear Tire Not Available
Spoke Brand Union stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke Nipples Alloy nipples
Not Available
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Bicycle Condition

Private-Party Value

Trade-In Value

Excellent

$111

$79

Very Good

$97

$67

Good

$85

$58

Fair

$70

$41

Poor

$46

$25


Bicycle Condition Guide

The bicycle looks new and is in like-new mechanical condition. The frame & fork have no visible or detectable blemishes or damage. All components, parts, and accessories are clean and free of any visible & detectable blemishes or damage. No service is required on any component, part, or accessory. Tires and grips/handlebar tape are original spec and in pristine condition.
The bicycle looks good, may have minimal cosmetic (only) blemishes on the frame, fork, components, parts and/or accessories. The bicycle may require minimal service adjustments without the need of replacing any parts. The suspension (if applicable) and braking surfaces are clean with some signs of usage yet free from grooves & pitting. The tires, grips/handlebar tape, and brake pads may show signs of usage yet have a majority of their life remaining.
The frame or fork or components or accessories have cosmetic blemishes. The frame (if metal) may have minor, aesthetic dings. Paint is faded slightly and/or slightly discolored and scratched. Bicycle is free of major mechanical issues but may require some service, a tune up is recommended. Some parts may require replacing, not to include front or rear shocks, wheels, shifters, front or rear derailleurs, braking systems, crank set or chainrings. Items that may need to be replaced include: tires, tubes, grips/handlebar tape, brake pads, brake hoods, chain & cassette, brake cables, gear cables, any/all housing, brake fluid and shock oil. Braking surfaces may have minor grooves or discoloration. Suspension and brakes may need to be serviced.
The frame or fork or components or accessories have cosmetic blemishes. The frame (if metal) has minor, aesthetic dings. Paint is faded slightly and/or slightly discolored and scratched. The bicycle has some mechanical issues and a tune up is necessary. An overhaul is recommended. Multiple parts need to be replaced. Suspension and brakes need to be serviced.
The frame or fork or components or accessories have many cosmetic blemishes. The frame (if metal) has numerous aesthetic dings. Paint is faded slightly and/or slightly discolored and scratched. The bicycle has mechanical issues and a tune up is necessary. An overhaul is recommended. Multiple parts need to be replaced. Suspension and brakes need to be serviced. This bike could also be used for salvage.