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Scale 40 (2012-2013), RRP £1649.00

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About Scott Scale bikes

Scale is Scott's performance hardtail Mountain Bike range which offers models with both aluminium frames (Scale 80, 70, 60, 50, 40) and carbon fibre frames ( Scale 35, 30, 20, 10, RC, Premium, SL). With their more aggressive geometry and 100mm of front suspension travel Scale models are perfect for more serious riders looking for a fast, race ready bike for tackling cross country terrain and trails. All models in the aluminium framed Scale range use a 6061 custom butted frame and come with hydraulic disc brakes. All models in the carbon fibre framed Scale range feature a combined tubular seatstay, chainstay & dropout design to save weight. The rear triangle also uses Scott's SDS (Shock Damping System) technology which minimizes frequency vibration from the ground enabling a damping effect without loosing performance. Other frame features include a press fit BB30 bottom bracket which increases stiffness around the bottom bracket area and saves weight and a tapered head tube for increased stiffness and steering precision. The Scott Scale 35, 30, 20, 10 all use HMF carbon fibre whereas the top end Scale RC, Premium and SL models all employ Scott's even stiffer HMX carbon fibre which has helped them produce the lightest MTB frame currently in production, weighing in at 899grams. A range of 29" wheeled, aluminium and carbon fibre framed Scale 29 models with 100mm of front suspension travel are also available. For a cheaper range of hartail Mountain Bikes with a more relaxed geometry consider bikes from Scott's Aspect range.

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Scott says

The Scales are designed for maximum efficiency and minimal weight. These bikes have modest amounts of front suspension and are the lightest in their class.

The Scale 40's 6061 alloy custom butted frame, Shimano parts, and proven geometry provide a great ride for the aspiring racer.

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About this bike

Type	Mountain / XC
Gender/Age	Men
Production years	2012-2013
RRP	£1,649.00
Sizes	XS / S / M / L / XL / XXL (Frame size guide)
Frame type	Hardtail
Frame material	Aluminium
Frame description	Scale Alloy 6061, custom butted superlight tubing, forged race disc dropouts PM160, bridgeless seatstays, Integrated Headset, replaceable hanger
Gears	30
Fork Travel	100mm
Wheel Size	26"

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About Scott

Created in 1958 to sell Ed Scott's revolutionary skiing poles, the company have been involved with skiboots, snowboards, outerwear and now specialise in extremely light racing bikes.

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Specifications

Braking

Brake Calipers	Avid Elixir 5S, 180/F and 160/R mm HS1 Rotor
Brake Levers	Shimano SLX, SL-M660-10, Rapidfire plus, 2 way release, w/gear indicator

Drive

Bottom Bracket	Shimano Cartridge, 68mm shell
Cassette (Rear Cogs)	Shimano SLX, CS-HG81-10, 11-36 T
Chain	Shimano CN-HG54
Crank	Shimano XT, FC-M780, Hollowtech 2, 42Ax32Ax24A T
Pedals	Wellgo C128

Gearing

Derailleur Front	Shimano SLX, FC-M660-10, 34.9mm
Derailleur Rear	Shimano XT, RD-M780 SGS, Shadow Type, 30 Speed
Gears	30
Shifter(s)	Shimano SLX, SL-M660-10, Rapidfire plus, 2 way release, w/gear indicator

General

Handlebar	Scott Pilot 18 Comp, D.B., 18mm rise, OS, 680mm
Headset	Ritchey Comp 1 1/8", semi integrated 44/50mm
Saddle	Scott Racing
Seat Post	Scott Comp, 31.6mm
Stem	Scott Comp, 4 Bolt, OS 31.8mm, 1 1/8", 6 angle
Weight	11.00 kg / 24.23 lbs

Suspension

Fork Travel	100mm
Forks	Rock Shox Reba RL, Air, Alloy steerer, poploc remote Lockout, rebound adjustable, 100mm travel

Wheels

Hub Front	Scott Disc Pro Disc IT
Hub Rear	Shimano FH-M525 SL Disc IT
Rims	DT Swiss 445d, 32H
Spokes	DT Swiss Champion Black 1.8mm
Wheel Size	26"

UK warranty

Standard SCOTT warranty on frames is 3 years from the date of purchase or 5 years with a full service history from a SCOTT dealer. SCOTT parts aside from the frame are covered by a standard 1 year warranty. Proof of purchase must be provided for every warranty claim. Other manufacturers parts on SCOTT frames are covered by their own individual warranties.

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