2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE 2

Archived: 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE 2 · Mountain · Published sizes: S (27.5"), M (29"), L (29"), XL (29")

• 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: Scalpel-Si, 115mm, BallisTec Carbon, Zero Pivot seatstay, Carbon Link, PF30, 1.5 Si head tube, Ai Offset · Fork: Fox Float 34, Performance Elite Series, 120mm, FIT-4 Damper, 3 Position Adjust, 110x15, 51mm Offset

• 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: Fork: Fox Float 34, Performance Elite Series, 120mm, FIT-4 Damper, 3 Position Adjust, 110x15, 51mm Offset · Rear shock: Fox Float Performance DPS EVOL SV, 3 Position Adjust 115mm 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.
• 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.

Archived: Shifters: SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed Trigger · Rear derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed · Crankset: Truvativ Stylo Eagle 6K, 32t OPTION N/A · Bottom bracket: Cannondale Alloy PressFit30 · Rear cogs: SRAM 1275 Eagle 10-50t 12-speed · Chain: SRAM GX Eagle

• 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: SRAM Level TL hydro disc, 180/180mm, Centerline Rotors

• Inspect pads, rotors, calipers and the complete cable or hose path. Both levers should feel consistent and both calipers should release without persistent rubbing.
• 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: Rims: Stans Notubes ZTR ARCH S1 28hole, Tubeless Ready, 26mm inner · Hubs: Formula 110x15 Boost front, Formula 142x12 with XD driver, rear · Front tire: Maxxis Ardent 2.4”/2.25”, Dual Compound, EXO Protection, Tubeless Ready, gumwall · Rear tire: Maxxis Ardent 2.4”/2.25”, Dual Compound, EXO Protection, Tubeless Ready, gumwall

• 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.
• Confirm whether the bike is actually set up tubeless, whether both tires hold pressure, and when sealant and rim tape were last serviced.

Archived: Headset: Cannondale HeadShok Si · Handlebar: Cannondale C3 riser, Alloy, 4° upsweep, 9° backsweep, 760x15mm · Stem: Cannondale C1, 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8”, 60mm, 31.8, 5° · Seatpost: RaceFace Aeffect Dropper, 31.6mm, 125/150mm travel. · Saddle: Fabric Scoop Flat Race w/ Titanium Rails

• 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.
• Cycle the dropper post repeatedly. It should reach full travel, remain extended under load and have no unusual oil, excessive rotational play or damaged remote, cable, hose or battery.

• 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.