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Specialized says
Built primarily for those driven by adventure and fitness the Rockhopper Expert is ideal for the mountain enthusiast who wants to explore various terrains. The lightweight M4 frame RockShox Recon SLite forks and Avid Juicy 4 RSL hydraulic disc brakes make this bike efficient and durable.
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About this bike
| Type | Mountain / XC |
|---|---|
| Gender/Age | Men |
| Production years | 2009-2010 |
| RRP | £880.00 |
| Sizes | 15", 17", 19", 21" (Frame size guide) |
| Colours | Gloss Black |
| Frame type | Hardtail |
| Frame material | Aluminium |
| Frame description | Specialized M4 manipulated alloy frame, fully butted, ORE DT, forged dropouts w/ replaceable 98954020 hanger, disc only |
| Gears | 27 |
| Fork Travel | 100mm |
| Wheel Size | 26" |
About Specialized
Specialized was founded with the mission statement "To give everyone the best ride of their life". Countless bikes and 30 years later, that statement has evolved into this "To give everyone the best ride of their life".
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Specifications
Braking
| Brake Caliper Front | Avid Juicy 4 RSL, hydraulic disc, alloy backed brake pads, organic compound, tool-less reach adj., 160mm G2 Clean Sweep rotor |
|---|---|
| Brake Caliper Rear | Avid Juicy 4 RSL, hydraulic disc, alloy backed brake pads, organic compound, tool-less reach adj., 160mm G2 Clean Sweep rotor |
| Brake Levers | Avid Juicy 4 RSL |
Drive
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink spline, cartridge bearings, 68mm x 118mm |
|---|---|
| Cassette (Rear Cogs) | Shimano HG-50, 9-speed, 11-34t |
| Chain | KMC X9 w/ reusable Missing Link |
| Chainring(s) | 44A x 32S x 22S |
| Crank | Shimano FC-M521, Hollowtech arms, Octalink spline w/ replaceable outer rings |
| Pedals | Shimano 505 SPD clip less, 9/16" |
Gearing
| Derailleur Front | Shimano Deore, 34.9mm clamp, bottom swing, dual pull |
|---|---|
| Derailleur Rear | Shimano Deore XT Shadow |
| Gears | 27 |
| Shifter(s) | Shimano Deore SL- M530, 9-speed |
General
| Extras | Chain stay protector, reflectors, clear coat, owners manual |
|---|---|
| Grips | Specialized Enduro, dual compound Kraton, no flange, 131mm |
| Handlebar | Specialized butted alloy, 31.8mm, XC rise, 640mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 8 degree up, 2.6mm thick |
| Headset | Specialized 1-1/8" threadless, loose ball |
| Saddle | Specialized Indie XC, Body Geometry, 143mm width, front and rear bumpers |
| Seat Post | Specialized butted alloy, two bolt micro adjust head, 30.9mm |
| Seat Release / Collar | Specialized alloy w/ QR, brass washer |
| Stem | Specialized 3D forged, 4-bolt, 7 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp |
Suspension
| Fork Travel | 100mm |
|---|---|
| Forks | RockShox Recon SLite, 100mm, alloy steerer, 32mm alloy stanchions, TurnKey damper, preload and rebound adj. w/ LO, 13-15": standard spring, all others: "stiff" spring, disc only |
Wheels
| Hub Front | Specialized Hi Lo, forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, 28h |
|---|---|
| Hub Rear | Specialized, forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, cassette, QR, 32h |
| Inner Tubes | Specialized Schrader valve |
| Rims | DT-Swiss 445D, 26", double wall disc, pin joint, eyelets, 28/32h |
| Spokes | 1.8mm (15g) stainless |
| Tire Front | Specialized Fast Trak LK Control, 26x2.0", 60TPI, aramid bead, 2Bliss ready |
| Tire Rear | Specialized Fast Trak LK Control, 26x2.0", 60TPI, aramid bead, 2Bliss ready |
| 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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