2015 BMC Fourstroke FS01 29 Frameset

Archived: 2015 BMC Fourstroke FS01 29 Frameset · Mountain Dual Suspension · Published sizes: S, M, L

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.
• Find the size marking on the bicycle and confirm the fit before judging the condition or price.

Archived: Frame: APS (Rear Travel 100mm)

• Inspect the frame in bright light, especially the head tube, bottom-bracket area, chainstays and clamped surfaces. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of impact.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.

Archived: Rear shock: Fox Float Remote CTD Factory Kashima

• 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.
• Inspect the shock shaft and seals, cycle the rear suspension through its travel and check for oil, air loss, binding or unusual top-out and bottom-out noises.
• Hold the rear brake and load the suspension from several directions. Check pivots, bearings and mounting hardware for knock, looseness or side play.
• Ask for dated fork, shock and pivot-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil, bushings or bearings.

• Sight along the frame and fork from several directions. Confirm the fork, rear dropouts, head tube and other visible interfaces appear straight and symmetrical.
• Use professional alignment tools when crash history, wheel tracking, dropout position or bearing alignment cannot be established visually.

• Inspect threaded shells, bearing seats, axle interfaces and the derailleur hanger for corrosion, stripped threads, cracks, distortion or tool damage.
• Check the seatpost bore, seat clamp, bonded inserts, cable ports, guides and frame plugs for damage or missing hardware.
• Identify and measure every interface rather than assuming a standard from model name or appearance. Confirm replacement parts remain available before purchase.

• List every included part and small fitting, including axles, headset pieces, seat clamps, derailleur hangers, cable guides, frame plugs, suspension hardware and proprietary covers.
• Inspect threaded, pressed, clamped and bonded interfaces for corrosion, cracks, distortion, stripped threads, tool damage or improvised repairs.
• If damage, alignment or compatibility is uncertain, have the bare frameset inspected and measured by a qualified bicycle mechanic before choosing components.