Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2008 Specialized Hardrock XC

Velopedia Archive ID 24298

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	Specialized
Model	Hardrock XC
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	24298
Original MSRP	$360.00
Colors	Black Keyline, Brown/Silver, Black/Red
Sizes	13, 15, 17, 19, 21

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	A1 Premium aluminum
Fork	RST Capa T26, 80mm
Fork material	Single
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano RS-43 Revo Twist
Front derailleur	Shimano FD-C050, clamp on 34.9mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Altus
Crankset	Shimano FX-TX70, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	TH cartridge, square taper, 125mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 13 - 34 teeth
Chain	KMC Z7, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Specialized steel

Brakes

Brakes	ProMax linear-pull brakes, Promax aliminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Threadless
Handlebar	Hi-tensile steel
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Alloy A-Head
Saddle	Specialized XC
Seatpost	Two-bolt Alloy Micro-Adjust, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Specialized forged alloy, Rear: Specialized forged alloy, freewheel
Rims	Alex Z-1000, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Front tire	26 x 2.00" Specialized Fast LK Sport
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.