1997 Jamis Dragon

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Answer Manitou SX · Aluminum, triple-clamp crown

• Check paint damage, vent holes and accessible internal surfaces for corrosion. Look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.

Archived: Fork: Answer Manitou SX

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Group: Grip Shift/Shimano Deore XT · Shifters: Grip Shift ESP 900 · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm · Rear derailleur: Grip Shift ESP 9.0 · Crankset: Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-UN72, 110 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-3.0 levers

• Inspect pads, cables and housings, then examine both rim braking surfaces for concavity, cracking or heavy wear. Confirm each caliper returns and centers correctly.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Front: Mavic 220, Rear: Mavic 221, 32-hole · Hubs: Shimano Deore XT · Front tire: 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor kevlar

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DLC · Handlebar: Titec Enduro 155 · Stem: Syncros Cattlehead · Seatpost: Titec AL-235, 27.0 mm diameter · Saddle: Vetta AT Transverse, manganese rails · Pedals: Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless)

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.