V10 3

Model Version 3
Production Start 2007
Production End 2010
Suspension/Pivot System VPP - Virtual Pivot Point
Material Aluminum - 6000 series
Rear Wheel Travel 254mm
Size Range S,M,L

Model Specs

Compatible Forks 180mm to 203mm total travel, 203mm travel max
Headtube/Headset 1-1/8" Straight - External. S.H.I.S EC34/28.6 EC34/30
Seat Post 30.9mm - Minimum insertion 100mm
Front Derailleur N/A - Single Front Chainring Only
BB Shell Width 83mm - Threaded - ISO
Chainline Spec 55mm
Recommended Max Tire Size 2.7 - may vary by tire and rim model
Brakes Disc Brake - ISO
Max Brake Rotor Size 203mm
Rear Hub 150mm x 12mm Through-Axle
Seatpost Clamp 34.9mm

Shock Specs

Rear Shock Eye-to-Eye 8.75"
Stroke 2.75"
Mounting Bushing Width Front 22mm
Mounting Bushing Width Rear 22mm
Mounting Bolt Diameter Front 8mm
Mounting Bolt Diameter Rear 8mm
Leverage Ratio 3.6 : 1
Rear Shock Setup Because it is highly likely the original rear shocks on older models are repaired/replaced/upgraded throughout the lifetime of the frame, we offer some very basic tuning guidelines, and recommend using the original rear shock manufacturers manual for more detailed set-up for the specific rear shock you have. Contact the rear shock manufacturer for info if you do not have it.
 The key component for set-up with any rear shock here is sag. Once you have that set-up correctly, the rest of the shock settings are fine tuning adjustments (Rebound and Compression damping, etc.) set to rider preference.Recommended sag is 20-23mm at the shock shaft - This equates to approximately 25-30% of the total rear wheel travel. Less sag = a firmer suspension feel.For Coil rear shocks here is a rough spring size to weight guideline for average coil shocks.
This can vary based on rear shock model and manufacturer:100-130lbs - 400#140-160lbs - 450#160-170lbs - 450#180-200lbs - 500#210-230lbs - 550#

Geometry

Torque Specs

Fastener Description Prep Torque Download
Lower Pivot Bolts Lower Main Pivot Chainring Bolts (4) Loctite 242 115 inch lbs -
Lower Bearing Pinch Bolts M6 x 1 x 14 low socket head cap screws (4) Loctite 242 65 inch lbs -
Upper Link Bolts M8 x 1.25 x 22.5 domed socket head cap screws (4) Loctite 242 135 inch lbs -
Derailleur Hanger Mounting Cap Derailleur Hanger End Cap Screw Loctite 242 70 inch lbs -
Derailleur Hanger Set Screw Set Screw, Swingarm to Hanger Loctite 242 60 inch lbs -
Rear Hub Through Axle 150 x 12mm Through Axle Grease 60 inch lbs -
Thru-Axle Pinch Bolt M6 x 1 x 14 domed socket head cap screw Grease 80 inch lbs -
Shock Mounting Bolts M8 x 1.25 x 45 socket head cap screws (2) Loctite 242 190 inch lbs -
Upper Fender Mount M5 x 10 T25 Torx Bolts Loctite 242 50 inch lbs -
Fender Mount M5 x 10 Flat Head Bolt Loctite 242 50 inch lbs -

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