2004 Cannondale Bent II

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Cannondale · Aluminum, unicrown crown

• Look for dents or shape changes and inspect the edges of welds around the head tube, bottom bracket, seat cluster and suspension mounts for hairline cracks.
• Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Archived: Fork: Cannondale · Rear shock: Fox Vanilla

• 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 shock and pivot-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil, bushings or bearings.

Archived: Group: Recumbent Mix · Shifters: SRAM 4.0 · Front derailleur: Shimano C102 · Rear derailleur: SRAM ESP 5.0 · Crankset: TruVativ IsoFlow · Bottom bracket: Shimano taper · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth · Chain: 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: Cannondale Fire front/mechanical disc rear brakes, Cannondale comfort levers

• Check both cables and housings for corrosion, fraying or drag. Confirm each caliper releases cleanly, then inspect pad thickness, rotor wear and rotor alignment.

Archived: Rims: Sun Rims Rhyno Lite · Hubs: Cannondale Recumbent · Front tire: Kenda Kwest

• 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 1/2" threadless FSA OnePointFive · Handlebar: Cannondale · Stem: Cannondale · Saddle: Recumbent · Pedals: Wellgo dual function w/alloy cage

• 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.