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2027 Specialized Epic 9 Pro
Mountain bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $11,999.99
- Sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Gloss Carbon Glitter Pearl
- Weight
- 10.39 kg (22 lb, 14.5 oz)
- Geometry
- 4 manufacturer sizes · Ride analysis
- Archive ID
- 900000947
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Velopedia analysis
What the specifications mean
Suspension at both ends means fork and shock setup should be considered together; mismatched sag or rebound can leave the front and rear reacting very differently. Electronic shifting removes the usual shift cable but adds a separate battery and controls, while the 520% cassette range describes how much gearing is available. Hydraulic disc brakes shift routine service toward pad and rotor condition, fluid leaks and use of the correct bleed fluid.
Suspension setup
Front + rear
Fork and shock pressure, sag and rebound should be balanced and recorded independently.
Drivetrain
Electronic · 520% range
Shift-system battery state joins derailleur setup and sprocket compatibility as a troubleshooting variable.
Brake service
Hydraulic disc
Pad and rotor condition plus the correct bleed fluid are the primary service checks.
Frame material
Carbon / composite
Look for impact damage and clamp marks rather than metal-style dents or rust.
Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameInspect the frame in bright light, especially around the head tube, bottom bracket, chainstays and clamped areas. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of a previous impact.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesBoth levers should feel firm and return cleanly. Check for fluid around the levers and calipers, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and look for worn or bent rotors.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork and shock were last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals, cycle both units through their travel and test the suspension pivots for play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainConfirm every shift-system battery charges, every shift control works and the derailleur moves cleanly across the cassette. Make sure the matching shift-system charger is included, then measure chain wear and inspect the cassette teeth.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 22 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2027 Specialized Epic 9 Pro · Mountain · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain · Fork: RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel · Rear shock: RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: SRAM AXS POD Controller · Rear derailleur: SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission · Crankset: SRAM / Quarq XO Eagle Power Meter Crankset, DUB SM:165mm, M-XL:170mm, 34T · Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB Threaded Wide · Cassette: SRAM XS 1295, 12 speed, 10-52 · Chain: SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: (F) SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor / (R) SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Front tire: Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35 · Rear tire: Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Controls and contact points
Archived: Handlebar: Roval Control SL Flat, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 35mm · Stem: Roval Alloy XC 2-bolt stem, 60mm/70mm · Seatpost: Bike Yoke Divine SL, SM:100mm, M-XL:125mm travel, 30.9 · Saddle: Specialized Power Expert, Ti Rails, SM: 155mm, M-XL: 143mm
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Interpretation based on the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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Frameset
| Frame Construction | FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Fork | RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel |
| Rear Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Solo Air, 190x45mm |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | SRAM AXS POD Controller |
|---|---|
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | SRAM / Quarq XO Eagle Power Meter Crankset, DUB SM:165mm, M-XL:170mm, 34T |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Threaded Wide |
| Cassette | SRAM XS 1295, 12 speed, 10-52 |
| Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain |
Brakes
| Brakes | (F) SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor / (R) SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Handlebar | Roval Control SL Flat, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 35mm |
|---|---|
| Stem | Roval Alloy XC 2-bolt stem, 60mm/70mm |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert, Ti Rails, SM: 155mm, M-XL: 143mm |
| Seatpost | Bike Yoke Divine SL, SM:100mm, M-XL:125mm travel, 30.9 |
Wheels & Tires
| Wheels | (F) Roval Control SL VI, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 350 hub, DT Revolution Straight Pull / (R) Roval Control SL VI, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 350 hub, DT Revolution Straight Pull |
|---|---|
| Front Tire | Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35 |
| Rear Tire | Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35 |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 390 mm | 410 mm | 455 mm | 505 mm |
| Effective top tube | 568 mm | 601 mm | 634 mm | 666 mm |
| Head tube | 92 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 150 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° |
| Seat-tube angle | 76° | 76° | 76° | 76° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 435 mm | 435 mm | 438 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1148 mm | 1184 mm | 1223 mm | 1264 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 42 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 333 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Reach | 420 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm | 505 mm |
| Stack | 594 mm | 604 mm | 618 mm | 645 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Front center | 716 mm | 752 mm | 788 mm | 823 mm |
| Trail | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 531 mm | 531 mm | 531 mm | 531 mm |
| Crank length | 165 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm |
| Stem length | 60 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Handlebar width | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm |
Geometry source: Manufacturer HTML geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry interpretation
What this geometry means
S geometry
Riding position
The 594 mm stack is tall relative to the 420 mm reach, pointing to a more upright front-end position rather than an especially long, low cockpit. Its 76° effective seat angle places the seated rider relatively forward, a layout that generally helps keep body weight centered on steep climbs.
Handling tendencies
A 65.9° head angle combined with a 1148 mm wheelbase points to stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes.
Archive context
Its reach of 420 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its stack of 594 mm sits toward the lower end. Its wheelbase of 1148 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical.
M geometry
Riding position
A 450 mm reach paired with 604 mm of stack gives this size a moderate frame proportion: roomy enough when standing without pushing strongly toward either a very low or very upright front end. Its 76° effective seat angle places the seated rider relatively forward, a layout that generally helps keep body weight centered on steep climbs.
Handling tendencies
A 65.9° head angle combined with a 1184 mm wheelbase points to stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes.
Archive context
Its stack of 604 mm sits toward the lower end. Its wheelbase of 1184 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical. Its bottom-bracket drop of 40 mm sits somewhat deeper than typical.
L geometry
Riding position
With 480 mm of reach and 618 mm of stack, the frame has a relatively long, low proportion that should leave plenty of room when standing and put the front end toward the lower side of modern mountain-bike fit. Its 76° effective seat angle places the seated rider relatively forward, a layout that generally helps keep body weight centered on steep climbs.
Handling tendencies
A 65.9° head angle combined with a 1223 mm wheelbase points to stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes.
Archive context
Its stack of 618 mm sits somewhat lower than typical. Its bottom-bracket drop of 40 mm sits somewhat deeper than typical. Its wheelbase of 1223 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical.
XL geometry
Riding position
With 505 mm of reach and 645 mm of stack, the frame has a relatively long, low proportion that should leave plenty of room when standing and put the front end toward the lower side of modern mountain-bike fit. Its 76° effective seat angle places the seated rider relatively forward, a layout that generally helps keep body weight centered on steep climbs.
Handling tendencies
A 65.9° head angle combined with a 1264 mm wheelbase points to stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes.
Archive context
Its bottom-bracket drop of 40 mm sits somewhat deeper than typical. Its trail of 120 mm sits somewhat lower than typical. The chainstay of 442 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Across the size range
From S to XL, reach grows by 85 mm and stack by 51 mm, showing how the frame becomes both longer and taller through the published size range. Chainstay length grows from 435 to 442 mm across the range. That size-specific rear-center strategy helps the larger frames grow at both ends instead of adding all of their length ahead of the bottom bracket.
Geometry describes frame proportions and likely tendencies, not a ride test. Rider proportions, cockpit setup, tires, suspension settings, wheel configuration, and component choices can materially change how a bicycle fits and feels.
Gallery
Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.