2006 Specialized S-Works Carbon HT

Archived: 2006 Specialized S-Works Carbon HT · Mountain bike, front suspension

• 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.

Archived: Frame: Bonded/monocoque · Fork: Fox F90X, 90mm · Magnesium/aluminum, single crown

• Inspect the complete frame for cracks, dents, distortion, heavy abrasion, suspicious paint differences or evidence of a previous repair.
• 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.

Archived: Fork: Fox F90X, 90mm

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Group: Mountain Mix · Shifters: Shimano M-965 XTR, shift/brake levers, 9-speed · Front derailleur: Shimano M-960 XTR, 34.9mm clamp, bottom swing, dual pull · Rear derailleur: Shimano M-952 XTR, SGS cage, standard spring · Crankset: Shimano M-960 XTR, 22A/32A/44A teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano XTR Hollowtech II · Rear cogs: 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-7701

• 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 M-965 XTR, hydraulic disc with metallic pads, 6" XT rotor brakes, Shimano M-965 XTR, shift/brake levers levers

• Squeeze each lever firmly. It should feel consistent and return cleanly. Check levers, hoses and calipers for fluid, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and examine rotors for wear or bending.
• 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: 26" wheels · Rims: Mavic CrossMax Disc SL · Hubs: Mavic CrossMax Disc SL with Mavic QR · Front tire: 26 x 2.00" S-Works Fast Trak Tubeless, aramid 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.
• Confirm whether the bike is actually set up tubeless, whether both tires hold pressure, and when sealant and rim tape were last serviced.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" integrated alloy cups, sealed cartridge bearing · Handlebar: Specialized XC Carbon flat, 31.8mm OS bar, 5 degree backsweep, 580mm width · Stem: Thomson, CNC alloy, 31.8mm OS clamp · Seatpost: Thomson, 7000 series aluminum, 2-bolt adjustable, set back head, 30.9mm diameter · Saddle: Specialized Body Geometry Rival, Ti rail · Pedals: Not included

• 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. Look particularly closely for crushing, scoring or cracks at carbon handlebar clamp areas.
• 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.