2017 Specialized Epic FSR Expert Carbon World Cup

Archived: 2017 Specialized Epic FSR Expert Carbon World Cup · Mountain · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL

• 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: FACT 9m, carbon front triangle, M5 alloy rear end, XC Geometry, MFS chainstay, PF30 BB, carbon headset cups, 12x142mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 95mm of travel, SWAT™ tool cradle · Fork: Custom RockShox SID w/Brain, Position Sensitive damper, bottom-mount Brain Fade adjust, rebound adjust, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy crown/steerer, 100x15mm Maxle Stealth thru-axle, 100mm of travel, 51mm offset · Aluminum

• Inspect composite areas in bright light for impact marks, cracks, ripples or crushed clamp zones. Check metal sections and welds separately for dents or cracking.
• 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: Custom RockShox SID w/Brain, Position Sensitive damper, bottom-mount Brain Fade adjust, rebound adjust, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy crown/steerer, 100x15mm Maxle Stealth thru-axle, 100mm of travel, 51mm offset · Rear shock: Fox/SBC Epic remote Mini Brain w/Auto Sag. Brain Fade adjust I-Valve, 200 x 48mm

• 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.
• Inspect the shock shaft and seals, cycle the rear suspension through its travel and check for oil, air loss, binding or unusual top-out and bottom-out noises.
• Hold the rear brake and load the suspension from several directions. Check pivots, bearings and mounting hardware for knock, looseness or side play.
• Ask for dated fork, shock and pivot-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil, bushings or bearings.

Archived: Shifters: SRAM X1, 11-speed, trigger · Rear derailleur: SRAM X1 Type 2.1, 11-speed · Crankset: RaceFace Aeffect, 6000-series alloy, 24mm spindle, 49mm chainline, 32T · Bottom bracket: PF30 · Cassette: SRAM XG-1150, 11-speed, 10-42t · Chain: SRAM PC-1130, 11-speed w/PowerLink

• 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: (F) Shimano Deore SLX M7000, hydraulic disc, metallic pad, 180/160mm rotor / (R) Shimano Deore SLX M7000, hydraulic disc, metallic pad, 160mm rotor

• 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: Rims: Roval Control, hookless alloy, 21mm inner width, 32h, tubeless ready · Hubs: (F) Roval Control, sealed bearings, 15x100mm thru-axle, 32h / (R) Roval Control, DT Swiss internals, 36T engagement, XD driver body, 12x142mm, 32h · Front tire: Fast Trak, Control casing, 29x2.2"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready · Rear tire: Fast Trak, Control casing, 29x2.2"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready

• 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: Handlebar: Specialized Mini-rise, 7050 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm clamp · Stem: Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise · Seatpost: Specialized, alloy, 27.2mm · Saddle: Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm

• 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.