1997 Barracuda A2V

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Answer Manitou SX · Aluminum, triple-clamp crown

• Inspect the complete frame for cracks, dents, distortion, heavy abrasion, suspicious paint differences or evidence of a previous repair.

Archived: Fork: Answer Manitou SX

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Group: Grip Shift/Shimano Deore XT · Shifters: Grip Shift ESP 900 · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm · Rear derailleur: Grip Shift ESP 9.0 · Crankset: Sugino White Industries II, 22/32/44 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-UN72, 113 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth · Chain: Sachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32"

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-12NA levers

• Inspect pads, cables and housings, then examine both rim braking surfaces for concavity, cracking or heavy wear. Confirm each caliper returns and centers correctly.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Weinmann Tattoo Bleeding Heart, 32-hole · Hubs: Shimano Deore XT · Front tire: 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson Chameleon kevlar

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset AL-2 · Handlebar: JY 145D2 aluminum · Stem: Profile Boa · Seatpost: Kalloy SP-258, 26.8 mm diameter · Saddle: Selle San Marco Tecno Dynamica · Pedals: Wellgo WPD-800 clipless

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.