Moots VAMOOTS CRD SRAM Red AXS

Archived: Moots VAMOOTS CRD SRAM Red AXS · Road · Published sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54, 55, 56, 58, 60, 62

• 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: At the pinnacle of our road line, the Vamoots CRD (Complete Race Design) is built from our double-butted RSL (Race Super Light) titanium tube set for a frame that’s light, responsive, and smooth in every detail · Fork: Enve Integrated Road Fork

• Inspect every weld for cracking and check that the seatpost, bottom bracket and other threaded components are not seized or galled in place.
• 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: SRAM Red AXS · Shifters: SRAM Red AXS · Front derailleur: SRAM Red AXS · Rear derailleur: SRAM Red AXS · Crankset: SRAM Red 48/35t · Bottom bracket: Chris King T47 30i · Cassette: SRAM Red 10-36t · Chain: SRAM Red

• Confirm every shift battery charges and every control operates. Shift through the full cassette under light load while checking pairing, derailleur alignment and response at both ends of the range.
• 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: Levers: SRAM Red AXS; Rotors: SRAM Paceline X 160/140

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.
• 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: Wheels: ZIPP 353 NSW XDR · Front tire: Goodyear F1R 30c · Rear tire: Goodyear F1R 30c

• 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: Chris King Aeroset 3 w/ Moots CRD integrated spacer · Handlebar: Zipp SL 80 Race · Stem: Moots Ti Stem · Seatpost: Moots Ti Cinch Post · Saddle: Custom WTB Gravelier Ti

• 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.