VP Free 15

Model Version 1.5
Production Start 2006
Production End 2007
Suspension/Pivot System VPP - Virtual Pivot Point
Material Aluminum - 6000 series
Rear Wheel Travel 215mm
Size Range S,M,L

Model Specs

Compatible Forks 160mm to 200mm total travel - 203mm travel max
Headtube/Headset 1.5" Straight - External Headset. S.H.I.S. EC49/38.1 EC49/40
Seat Post 30.9mm - Minimum insertion 100mm
Front Derailleur 34.9mm-Top Pull/Top Swing-Shimano Saint model #M815 For Double CR - 34.9mm-Top Pull/Top Swing-Shimano Saint model#M805 For Triple CR
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 3.1 : 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 18-22mm 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 - 350#140-160lbs - 400#160-170lbs - 400#180-200lbs - 450#210-230lbs - 500#

Geometry

Torque Specs

Fastener Description Prep Torque Download
Lower Pivot Bolts Lower Main Pivot Chainring Bolts (4) Loctite 242 115 inch lbs -
Upper Link Bolts Upper Pivot Chainring Bolts (4) Loctite 242 115 inch lbs -
Dropout/Derailleur Hanger Dropout Chainring Mounting Bolts/Nuts (2 bolts/2nuts) Loctite 242 115 inch lbs -
Rear Hub Axle 150 x 12mm Axle Grease 120 inch lbs20 inch lbs -
Frame to Shock 
Mounting Bolt M8 x 45 socket head cap screw (1) Loctite 242 190 inch lbs -

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