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8838 LEGO Technic Shock Cycle
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8838 LEGO Technic Shock Cycle
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LEGO 8838 Shock Cycle is a vintage Technic set from 1991 valued at $142 for new and sealed sets, up 377% from an original retail price of $29.75. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.24% since release. On the used market, values range from $12 to $16 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $128 and $153.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Shock Cycle since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8838 Shock Cycle is a Technic set released in 1991, containing 251 pieces. The main build is a motocross-style motorcycle with a chain-driven V-2 piston engine and working steering linked to the front fork. It incorporates a new-for-1991 head tube element and four of the longer shock absorbers to support the suspension. Additional details include toothed-connector handlebars and a piston motor construction with the rear wheel driven by the engine.

A new and sealed Shock Cycle is currently valued at around $142, with annual growth of approximately 2%. The average used price is $14 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $141 to $206. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $146 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (NL) Sealed, condition 5/5. You can ask for more photos. $133.02
-6.2%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $140.00
-1.3%
(US) Sealed. Price tag on front of box. $145.00
+2.2%
(US) Amazon listing for Shock Cycle $148.96
+5.0%
(PL) New - still in original cellophane $150.00
+5.7%
(DE) 8838, Technic: Shock Cycle complete with original box. $197.72
+39.4%
(DE) brand NEW in SEALED bags, without box, please ask for photos. $208.19
+46.7%
(DE) Technic 8838 Shock Cycle Motorbike Unopened New MISB Sealed Sealed $209.35
+47.6%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 8838 Shock Cycle.

Sets in Technic

8856 Whirlwind Rescue

Theme Technic
Year 1991
Pieces 517
Availability Retired
8856 LEGO Technic Whirlwind Rescue
Retail $39.99
Value $245.79
Growth  +514.6%
Annual growth 6.1%

8820 Mountain Rambler

Theme Technic
Year 1991
Pieces 139
Availability Retired
8820 LEGO Technic Mountain Rambler
Retail $16.99
Value $45.64
Growth  +168.6%
Annual growth 2.9%

8810 Cafe Racer

Theme Technic
Year 1991
Pieces 80
Availability Retired
8810 LEGO Technic Cafe Racer
Retail $9.99
Value $48.00
Growth  +380.5%
Annual growth 8.0%

8815 Speedway Bandit

Theme Technic
Year 1991
Pieces 78
Availability Retired
8815 LEGO Technic Speedway Bandit
Retail $9.99
Value $40.83
Growth  +308.7%
Annual growth 6.4%

My Collection

Shock Cycle Reviews

21 reviews
4.8
Collectors
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Technicopedia
“Set 8838, released in 1991, was the first motorcycle to have both front and rear suspension. It is a realistic looking off road motorcycle with a number of aesthetic features including a radiator and a rear fender. It features a steerable fork, a retractable kickstand, a... More chain driven V-2 engine, and full suspension with a trailing arm in the rear and downtubes in the front. Construction uses very few standard studs and is an early example of pinned construction with very few square angles.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.com
Technic-Dialog
“The Shock Cycle from the Lego Technic series is a well-made model. From relatively few individual parts a beautiful motorcycle with many functions is created here. The fun of playing is unfortunately not as great as the fun of assembling, as the model is not particularly... More stable and breaks relatively quickly. Otherwise the Shock Cycle is a real eye-catcher and should not be missing from any collection. Altogether, there are four stars in the overall rating.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de

About Technic

TECHNIC is one of The LEGO Company's main lines based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams, axles, gears and connectors and primarily designed for older children and adults. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984. TECHNIC is still an active theme, and is one of the longest running themes in LEGO history. While most TECHNIC sets are vehicles that use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces, the TECHNIC parts have been used by various other System themes as well as LEGO Mindstorms.
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LEGO TECHNIC Moto Cross Bike with chain, shock absorbers and piston motor construction. From 9 years.
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