Overview
| Model Version: | 1 |
| Production Start: | 2004 |
| Production End: | 2006 |
| Suspension/Pivot System: | VPP - Virtual Pivot Point |
| Material: | Aluminum - 6000 series |
| Rear Wheel Travel: | 215mm |
| Size Range: | S,M,L,XL |
Frame Specs
| Compatible Forks: | 160mm to 200mm 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: | 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: | 73mm - 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 |
| Component Notes: | Component Notes:For modern external bearing type BB/Cranks with some older generation VP-Free frames - You will have to face the bb shell to use this setup, as there is a ridge of aluminum on the non-drive side of the shell that will interfere with the external cups.Not really a big deal to face them off if you have the correct tool (talk to your bike shop).Later models were made compatible with external bearing type BB. |
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# |
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 lbs | - |
| Frame to Shock Mounting Bolt | M8 x 50 socket head cap screw (1) | Loctite 242 | 190 inch lbs | - |
