2013 Scott Contessa Speedster 25

Archived: Frame: Aluminum · Fork: Carbon Fiber

• 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: Shifters: Shimano Tiagra · Front derailleur: Shimano Tiagra · Rear derailleur: Shimano Tiagra · Crankset: Shimano Tiagra 50/39/30t · Bottom bracket: Shimano Hollowtech II · Cassette: Shimano Tiagra 12x28t · Rear cogs: 3x10 Speeds · Chain: Shimano Tiagra

• 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: Shimano Tiagra

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" Threadless · Handlebar: Syncros RR2.0 · Stem: Syncros FL2.0 · Seatpost: Syncros RR2.0 · Saddle: Syncros WR2.5

• 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.