Bicycle Archive ยท Specification reportBicycle Archive ยท Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 15909
| Model year | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Specialized |
| Model | Safire Elite |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 15909 |
| Original MSRP | $3,100.00 |
| Colors | Satin Bronze/Black, Test Color |
| Sizes | Small, medium, large |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Specialized M5 ORE Aluminum |
| Fork | Fox Talas RL w/Talas 3, 100 - 140mm adjustable travel |
| Fork material | Magnesium/aluminum, single crown |
| Rear shock | Fox Triad, 120mm travel |
| Component group | Shimano mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano SLX RapidFire |
| Front derailleur | Shimano SLX, DMD |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XTR Shadow |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-M542, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano FC-M542 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG61 |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth |
| Chain | SRAM PC-971 |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M520 |
| Brakes | Avid Elixir R SL w/160mm rotor front/Avid Elixir R SL w/160 or 140mm rotor rear brakes, Avid Elixir R SL levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" Cartridge |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Specialized XC low riser |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Specialized adjustable |
| Saddle | Specialized BG Ariel Women's |
| Seatpost | 2014 butted alloy, 30.9mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Specialized Hi Lo disc, Rear: Shimano M525 SL disc |
|---|---|
| Rims | DT Swiss X420SL, 28-hole/32-hole |
| Spokes | DT Swiss stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 2.20" Specialized S-Works The Captain Control, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Specialized S-Works The Captain |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 4, 2026.