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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Scott Spark 30 and 2009 Scott Spark 30.
- Equipment
2009 Scott Spark 30 has 20 mm more front travel than 2007 Scott Spark 30 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2007 Scott Spark 30 had an original MSRP $971 lower than 2009 Scott Spark 30.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.25; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2007 Scott Spark 30
2009 Scott Spark 30
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Scott
Scott
Model
Spark 30
Spark 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$3,399.00
$4,369.99
Colors
—
Carbon/Anthracite/Red
Sizes
—
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
24.89 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
Monocoque
Monocoque
Frame Material
Carbon
IMP4/HMF net carbon fiber
Fork
Rock Shox Reba SL, 100mm travel
RockShox Reba SL, 120mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear Shock
Scott/DT Swiss TC Superlight, 110mm travel
Scott Nude TC, 110mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano SLX
Shifters
Shimano LX Rapid Fire
Shimano SLX RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano LX
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
TruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano SLX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ Giga X Pipe
Shimano Hollowtech II
BB Shell Width
—
73mm
Cassette
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Shimano HG80
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53
Shimano HG-53
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano PD-M520
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 5 w/180mm rotor front/Avid Juicy 5 w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Avid Juicy 5 levers
Shimano SLX disc w/180mm rotor front/Shimano SLX disc w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA No. 9
1 1/8" FSA No. 9
Handlebar
Scott MC OS Pro
Scott Pilot 18 Pro riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Scott Pro OS
Scott Pro OS
Saddle
Scott Racing
Scott Racing, crom rails
Seatpost
Scott RC 03-60
Scott RC 03-60, 34.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic CrossRide Disc
Mavic CrossRide Centerlock Disc
Rims
Mavic CrossRide Disc
Mavic CrossRide Disc
Spokes
Mavic
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Front Tire
26 x 2.20" Scott NEW
26 x 2.25" Schwalbe Rocket Ron
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.