1997 ProFlex Reptile

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Girvin AL w/MCU · Aluminum, Girvin Linkage 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: Girvin AL w/MCU · Rear shock: Girvin MCU, 3.5" travel

• 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: Grip Shift/Shimano STX · Shifters: Grip Shift ESP 500 · Front derailleur: Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm · Rear derailleur: Grip Shift ESP 5.0 · Crankset: Sugino Impel 350, 22/32/44 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth · Chain: Sachs SC-40, 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: Chang Star V-Brake brakes, Chang Star 298A levers

• Inspect pads, cables and housings, then examine both rim braking surfaces for concavity, cracking or heavy wear. Confirm each caliper returns and centers correctly.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: WTB SpeedMaster, 36-hole · Hubs: Front: Formula OV 31, Rear: Shimano STX-RC · Front tire: 26 x 2.00" WTB VelociRaptor

• 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 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 · Handlebar: Aluminum · Stem: Girvin Reversible forged · Seatpost: Polygon PM-312, 27.2 mm diameter · Saddle: Selle San Marco Linea Pro · Pedals: Wellgo LU-946S

• 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.