Years Made

big-1

1998 Balance Al 750

Bicycle Type Mountain bike, front suspension
MSRP USD (new)
$2,388.00
Weight Unspecified
Sizes 14", 16", 17.5", 19", 20.5"
Colors Ball-burnished to orange fade
Item ID 79462


Frame & Fork

Frame Construction TIG-welded
Frame Material 7005 aluminum, butted
Fork Rock Shox Indy XC
Fork Materal Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp 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 35.0mm
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
Pedals Balance clipless
Bottom Bracket Shimano BB-UN72, 107mm spindle
BB Shell Width 68mm English
Rear Cogs 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain Shimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
Seatpost Balance RID, 30.0mm diameter
Saddle Balance
Handlebar Extensions Not included
Handlebars Balance RID
Handlebar Stem Kore Lite
Headset 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Kontak AL-2

Wheels

Wheel Size 26" wheels
Hubs Shimano Deore XT
Rims Mavic 217 SUP CD Ceramic, 32-hole
Front Tire 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Rear Tire Not Available
Spoke Brand Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke Nipples Alloy nipples
Not Available
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Bicycle Condition

Private-Party Value

Trade-In Value

Excellent

$217

$155

Very Good

$189

$131

Good

$165

$113

Fair

$137

$80

Poor

$89

$48


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.