2006 Specialized Fuse III

Archived: 2006 Specialized Fuse III · BMX · Published sizes: 16" TT, 20.5" TT, 20.75" TT

• 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: TIG-welded · Fork: 1-1/8" threadless · Steel/cr-mo, unicrown crown

• Check paint damage, vent holes and accessible internal surfaces for corrosion. Look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.
• 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: BMX · Crankset: Truvativ Luftalarm XR, forged AL-7050, L & R drive compatible, 175mm, CNC cut 7075 36t teeth · Bottom bracket: TruVativ GIGA pipe · Rear cogs: 1-speed, 13 teeth · Chain: KMC Z510H

• Check chain tension and chainline, rotate the drivetrain through a full revolution and confirm the rear axle or tensioning hardware cannot slip.
• 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: Dia Tech 996 "Hombre" w/ soft compond pads rear brakes, Tektro U-Brake alloy, two finger levers

• 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: Wheel size: 20" wheels · Rims: SUN Rhyno Lite XL, 36-hole · Hubs: Front: Fuse, double sealed loose ball, hollow 14mm axle, mid flange, Rear: Fuse 36h, compact Flip-side L&R Side drive, hollow 14mm axle · Front tire: Front: 20 x 2.10" Specialized Rythm Sport, wire bead, Rear: 20 x 2.00" Specialized Compound Sport, 20x2.0", wire bead

• 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: 1 1/8" threadless, rotor compatable · Handlebar: 100% Cr-Mo 2-piece, 195mm rise x 620 width, 10 deg. backsweep, 5 deg. Up · Stem: Forged alloy, 45mm reach, top-load · Seatpost: Alloy micro adjust, 30.9mm diameter · Saddle: Fuse Jumping with 8mm rails · Pedals: Specialized Alloy platform, molded pins, 9/16" Cr-Mo axle

• 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.