2015 Felt AR5

Archived: 2015 Felt AR5 · Road Double · Published sizes: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61cm

• 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: Felt Aero Road UHC Performance carbon fiber, MMC w/ InsideOut construction, BB30, carbon fiber dropouts, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, internal cable routing (electronic compatible) · Fork: Felt Aero Road UHC Advanced carbon fiber monocoque construction, AeroTaper 1.125" - 1.25" carbon fiber steer tube w/ integrated crown race, crown, blades & dropouts · Carbon Fiber

• 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.
• 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: Group: Shimano 105 mix · Shifters: Shimano 105 11-speed STI · Front derailleur: Shimano 105 11-speed braze-on · Rear derailleur: Shimano 105 11-speed short cage · Crankset: Shimano 105 11-speed 52/36T 48cm = 165mm 51cm = 170mm 54 - 56cm = 172.5mm 58 - 61cm = 175mm · Bottom bracket: FSA BB30 w/ 24mm spindle reducers · Rear cogs: Shimano 105 11-speed, 12-25T · Chain: Shimano 105 11-speed

• 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: Front Brake: Shimano 105 dual pivot caliper Rear Brake: Shimano 105 direct mount

• Inspect pads, cables and housings, then examine both rim braking surfaces for concavity, cracking or heavy wear. Confirm each caliper returns and centers correctly.
• 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: 700c · Rims: Felt Aero Road R3, 19mm width, 28mm depth (front); Felt Aero Road R3, 21mm width, 35mm depth (Rear) · Hubs: Felt Aero R2, sealed cartridge bearing, 24H, Felt Aero R2, sealed cartridge bearing, 28H, 11-speed compatible · Front tire: Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick, 700 x 23c

• 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: Handlebar: Felt Aero Road VariableShape, 80mm reach, 130mm drop, Ø31.8mm 48cm = 380mm 51cm = 400mm 54 - 56cm = 420mm 58 - 61cm = 440mm · Stem: Felt SuperLite, +/-7° rise, Ø31.8mm 48cm = 80mm 51cm = 90mm 54 - 56cm = 100mm 58cm = 110mm 61cm = 120mm · Seatpost: Felt Vibration Reducing Aero Road flip position UHC carbon fiber w/ 3T DiffLock™ Comfort Module internals, 350mm length · Saddle: Prologo Zero II Ti2.0

• 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.