2015 Breezer Storm Expert 29

Archived: 2015 Breezer Storm Expert 29 · Mountain Hardtail · Published sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

• 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: Fork: Rock Shox XC 28 TK Mg 29, Aluminum Steerer, 100mm Travel

• Inspect the complete frame for cracks, dents, distortion, heavy abrasion, suspicious paint differences or evidence of a previous repair.
• 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: Fork: Rock Shox XC 28 TK Mg 29, Aluminum Steerer, 100mm Travel

• 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: Shifters: Shimano Deore 30-Speed · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore 10-Speed, 34.9mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore XT 10-Speed, SGS, Shadow Design · Crankset: Shimano M523 10-Speed, Hollowtech, 40-30-22T · Bottom bracket: Shimano ES25, Octalink, Hollow-Type · Rear cogs: Shimano HG-50 10-Speed, 11-36T · Chain: KMC X10

• 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 M395 Hydraulic Disc Brake, 180mm Front, 160mm Rear

• Squeeze each lever firmly. It should feel consistent and return cleanly. Check levers, hoses and calipers for fluid, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and examine rotors for wear or bending.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Wheel size: 29 · Rims: WTB SX19 29" Rims · Hubs: Shimano M435 32H CenterLock Hubs · Front tire: WTB Nine Line 29x2.25" Comp

• 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.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

Archived: Headset: FSA IS-3 1 1/8", Fully Integrated, 36° ACB-Sealed, 9mm Aluminum Top Cover · Handlebar: Oval Concepts, 6061 Aluminum, 31.8, 710mm Wide, 0mm Rise, 9° Sweep · Stem: Oval Concepts 313, 3D-Forged 6061 Aluminum, 31.8, 7°/83° · Seatpost: Oval Concepts, 6061 Aluminum, 27.2mm · Saddle: WTB Volt, Satin Steel Rail · Pedals: Wellgo Aluminum, Chromoly Axle

• 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.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.