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About Specialized Rockhopper bikes

One notch up from Specialized's entry level Hardrock range is the aluminium framed, hardtail Mountain Bike Rockhopper range which aims to strike a balance between price and performance. The higher specification components that feature on Rockhopper models over the cheaper Hardrock bikes translates to improved performance such as slicker gear shifting, more braking power and smoother suspension travel as well as components being generally more durable. Rockhopper models also feature 100mm travel suspension forks instead of the 80mm travel suspension forks on Hardrock models making them better suited to rougher trails. Rockhopper models are ideal for anything from cross country riding to more demanding singletrack trails.

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Specialized says

The Rockhopper is a time-tested XC hardtail built for cruising fire roads and slicing through singletrack. The Expert model features a RockShox XC30 fork and Shimano BR-M446 hydraulic disc brakes.

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About this bike

Type	Mountain / XC
Gender/Age	Men
Production years	2012-2013
RRP	£800.00
Sizes	13.0, 15.5, 17.5, 19.0, 21.0, 23.0" (Frame size guide)
Colours	Blk/Red/Wht
Frame type	Hardtail
Frame material	Aluminium
Frame description	Specialized M4 fully manipulated alloy frame, fully butted, disc only, externally relieved HT, forged dropouts w/ replaceable derailleur hanger
Gears	27
Fork Travel	80 or 100mm
Wheel Size	26"

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Specifications

Braking

Brake Caliper Front	Shimano BR-M446 hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 180mm 6-bolt rotor
Brake Caliper Rear	Shimano BR-M446 hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 160mm 6-bolt rotor
Brake Levers	Shimano BR-M446, hydraulic lever

Drive

Bottom Bracket	Shimano, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 73mm
Cassette (Rear Cogs)	Shimano 9-speed, 11-34t
Chain	KMC X-9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link
Chainring(s)	44/32/22, replaceable
Crank	Shimano Alivio, 3pc, 9-speed, Octalink spline
Pedals	Alloy 1pc. body and cage, reflector kit, 9/16"

Gearing

Derailleur Front	Shimano Alivio, 9-speed, 34.9mm clamp, top-swing, dual-pull
Derailleur Rear	Shimano SLX Shadow, 9-speed, SGS cage
Gears	27
Shifter(s)	Shimano Alivio, 9-speed Rapidfire plus, SL type w/ optical display

General

Extras	Chain stay protector, reflectors, clear coat, owners manual
Grips	Specialized Body Geometry XCT Men's, dual compound, Kraton rubber, closed end, 130mm
Handlebar	XC riser bar, double butted alloy, 8 backsweep, 6 upsweep, 31.8mm
Headset	Integrated 1-1/8" threadless, Campy-style, full cartridge bearings
Saddle	Specialized Body Geometry Rockhopper, steel rails, 143mm width
Seat Post	Forged 6061 alloy, 2 bolt head, 30.9mm, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust
Seat Release / Collar	34.9mm, forged alloy, extruded QR lever
Stem	Specialized 3D forged 6061 alloy, 4bolt clamp, 7 rise, 31.8mm

Suspension

Fork Travel	80 or 100mm
Forks	RockShox XC30 TK SL, magnesium lower, 30mm Cr-Mo stanchions, 1-1/8" alloy steerer, coil spring w/ preload adj., TurnKey damping w/ LO & external reb. adj., XS/S: 80mm, M-XXL: 100mm travel

Wheels

Hub Front	Formula disc hub, high-low flange, double-sealed loose ball, polished races, machined disc mount, 21mm contact, QR, 32h
Hub Rear	Formula rear disc hub, cassette, double-sealed loose ball, polished races, machined disc mount and flanges, 19mm contact, QR, 32h
Inner Tubes	Presta valve
Rims	Alex RH Disc 26", alloy double-wall, 28mm, pinned, 32h
Spokes	Stainless, 2.0mm (14g)
Tire Front	Specialized The Captain Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual compound, 26x2.0"
Tire Rear	Specialized The Captain Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual compound, 26x2.0"
Wheel Size	26"

UK warranty

Specialized bicycles carry a lifetime warranty on the frame; this warranty is not extendable to or transferable from the original owner. Front forks, FSR frame stays and all other components are covered by the UK s statutory 2-year warranty. Specialized own branded suspension units carry a 5 year limited warranty; this warranty is void if regular servicing is not carried out.

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