2027 Trek FX Sport SL 5

Archived: 2027 Trek FX Sport SL 5 · Hybrid · Published sizes: XS, 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: 400 series OCLV Carbon, internal routing, 3s chain keeper, DuoTrap S compatible, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 135x5mm ThruSkew · Fork: Carbon, hidden fender mounts, flat mount disc, 100x5mm thru-skew · Carbon fiber

• Inspect the frame in bright light, especially the head tube, bottom-bracket area, chainstays and clamped surfaces. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of impact.
• 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.
• Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Archived: Group: SRAM Apex, 11-speed · Shifters: SRAM Apex, 11 speed · Rear derailleur: SRAM Apex 1, long cage, 42T max cog · Crankset: XS, S: Prowheel alloy, 42T narrow-wide ring, 170mm length / M, L, XL: Prowheel alloy, 42T narrow-wide ring, 175mm length · Cassette: microSHIFT XLE, 11-42, 11 speed · Chain: KMC X11

• 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 hydraulic disc, MT201 lever, UR300 caliper

• 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: 700c · Wheels: Bontrager Paradigm · Rims: Bontrager Paradigm, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 21mm width, presta valve · Hubs: (F) Formula CL-51 alloy, 100x5mm / (R) Formula CL-52 alloy, 135x5mm · Front tire: Bontrager GR1 Expert, Hard-Case Lite, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x40c · Rear tire: Bontrager GR1 Expert, Hard-Case Lite, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x40c

• 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: Bontrager Headset Expander Plug and Top Cap · Handlebar: XS, S: Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 600mm width / M, L, XL: Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 660mm width · Seatpost: Bontrager Comp, 6061 alloy, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length · Pedals: Bontrager City pedals

• 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.