For more information on intended use and structural weight limits for the frame and components, please refer to the owners manual. Specialized bicycle owners manual all languages 2018 riderbike weight limits and terrain conditions. The owners manual is a manual as if i were to receive the bike as a whole. Specialized epic owners manual 72 pages specialized afr rear shock owners manual. This manual contains many warnings and cautions concerning the consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your bicycle or of failure to follow safe. Honda motorcycle, atv, scooter and other powersports owners. The bicycle looks new and is in likenew mechanical condition. Viking epic was recognized as a consumer best buy in 2000. It is a 2005 specialized epic sworks m5 with 26 tires. Epic fsr m5 alloy, fully manipulated frame w ore dttt, hollow alloy shock link, sealed cartridge bearings, 100mm travel, replaceable derailer hanger. Find the personal fitness user manual you need at manualsonline. But when you need a raceready steed that leaves you a bit of change leftover to put towards racing every weekend this season, the epic pro steals the show. Lightweight, accelerates quickly, great braking power. By registering, youll be eligible for special service offers and other benefits exclusive to honda owners.
Im looking at specializeds 05 catalog and the figures do not match the geometry specs posted on their website for the sworks frameset. Fsr technology, optimized for brain shock, m4 manipulated alloy, fully butted and manipulated frame with ore dt, sealed cartridge bearings, disc mounts, 90mm travel, replaceable derailleur hanger. Is it possible to service specialized brain suspension systems at. Intended use the specialized epic is intended and tested for mountain bike condition 4 use only. Here are some questions that may come up in your selection of specialized bicycle rear shocks. Enter information about your vehicle once, and its stored.
Both fox and specialized told me that they didnt have parts and couldnt service the unit. These manuals were written for an important reason. Theyre more technical, steeper, and simply more challenging to ride. The guard works with solid or qr axle types and is compatible with all mountain bike models using the 00 006 endurodemo derailleur hanger. This manual contains important safety, performance and service information. Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing. The suspension system on your bicycle plays an important role in absorbing the shock from rough terrain. Is it possible to service specialized brain suspension. Fact is 9m carbon fsr frame with m5 alloy rear triangle with dedicated 29er geometry, sealed cartridge bearing pivots and 142mm dropouts delivers strength, rigidity, and suppleness to create an uncompromising 100mmtravel competitive xc bike specialized fox flowcontrol mini brain shock with autosag, brain fade inertia valve, air spring, and. Page 1 page 2 page 3 page 4 page 5 table of contents page 6 general warning. The perfect fit for valueminded families or firsttime buyers, the epic offers superior value.
It is a 2005 specailized sworks epic frame with newer 20082009 parts,it has a dent in the side of the top tube and also a visible scratch there as well covered by the brake cable. When we tested last years epic, we kind of liked it but had reservations about the weight and onoff suspension feel from the brain inertial valve. Specialized learned there were two types of enduro owners. The heavyduty enduro is the best looking bike in the range by far, with cool flame and stencilled graphics. I have a epic comp which runs 600 ultegra still put miles on the bike in the winter. Additional parts other chain stayseat stay protector, derailleur protector, seatpost water bottle mount, reflectors, owners manual seatpost clamp alloy collar with qr, 34. I found the schematics on line, cross referenced all the seals and proprietary parts and have stripped the shock and brain down for rebuild. Triad specialized pull shock k2 vanilla shocks setting sag installing and removing springs vanilla vanilla r dhx shocks installing dhx shocks setting sag dhx 3. Most of the models come with the specialized espoir sport reflect tires, but the sport and disc models have the specialized nimbus reflect tires and the vbrake models come with the specialized nimbus. Specialized bicycle rear shocks for sale in stock ebay. Medium 2017 specialized epic expert carbon fibre frame with roval carbon 29 wheels with upgraded fox factory 34 120mm kashima coat forks with remote lockout. Specialized brain fade shock, fox float r, air spring, rebound adjust, brain sensitivity adjustment, 11. The specialized derailleur guard is available separately through your local specialized dealer.
Specialized offered a lifetime warranty on the frame. The owner says the bike has a new xt crank set, xt rear cassette and a new chain. About off road, stunt, downhill and freeriding this manual is designed to be used in conjunction with the bicycle owners manual and owners manuals supplied by the manufacturer of the front and rear suspension components. Specialized mission control app android tarmac sl6 rim user manual. Not sure what year specialized brain you are talking about, but i have a 2005 epic. Specialized triad specialized pull shock k2 vanilla shocks setting sag installing and removing springs. This manual is designed to be used in conjunction with the bicycle owners manual and owners manuals supplied by the. I have a 2005 and 2010 that other family members ride. Trainer usage addendum to the bicycle owners manual. The 2005 specialized sworks epic is a fullsuspension mountain bike with an aluminum m5 specialized brain adjust iq frame.
Specialized epic manuals manuals and user guides for specialized epic. It offers a lot of features designed into a small package, yet its roomy enough to comfortably sleep a family of six. Specialized sworks epic fsr carbon mountain bike minutely adapted to be the perfect, worldbeating mountain bike, the specialized sworks epic fsr carbon takes no prisoners and is for the pros. I was looking at a stumpjumper and took a couple models out for a test ride, but then this bike a factory demo became available and i knew i was in trouble within 20 seconds of riding it on the trail. The bicycle may require minimal service adjustments without the need of replacing any parts. The lightweight epic can also be towed behind most vehicles. If the bottom bracket isnt causing any issues i wouldnt worry about them for now. I didnt pay attention to actual numbers, but the epic owners manual gives 2 different geometry matrices for the 80 and 100mm travel versions, fyi. Owners of specialized road frame with a virgin carbon shell, just remove the specialized delrin cups and install cbear osbb 61 bottom bracket, depending on the crank of your choice. Having the right shock system can affect where your bike can go. The brain fade setting has a significant impact on service intervals due to the much. Sworks fast trak, 120 tpi, 2bliss ready aramid bead, dualcompound, 29x2. For 2004, specialized has given the epic a thorough goingover which should broaden the bikes appeal considerably. Read it before you take the first ride on your new bicycle, and keep it for reference.
M5 alloy competitive xc frame with 100mm of efficient fsr suspension features 29erspecific geometry with short chainstays, low bb, and roomy top tube for confident allday riding and racing specializedfox flowcontrol mini brain shock with autosag, brain fade inertia valve, air spring, and adjustable rebound for the ultimate in racing and. Fox no longer makes parts for the 2005 and before bikes, so when i had the rear shock rebuilt in december 2011, they upgraded me to the 2006 brain fade design. Advice on buying a 2005 specialized epic sworks bike. Specialized epic pro 2005 fsr i am selling my much cherished specialized epic pro 2005 full suspension bike. Jun 02, 20 specialized stumpjumper fsr 2006 cyril belixou. Misc parts installation the specialized derailleur guard is available separately through your local specialized dealer. I am quite unknowledgeable as far as mountain bikes go. It was constructed of graphiteboron tubes lugged into aluminum joints. I purchased this from fred williams cycles in wolverhampton in june 2005, for. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. When only the best will do, theres nothing faster than our sworks epic. Saddle specialized body geometry technology, hollow crmo rails seat post 2014 alloy, black, 30.
You can build them light and long for cross country or build em heavy and short for jumping and light dh. The bicycle looks good, may have minimal cosmetic only blemishes on the frame, fork, components, parts andor accessories. Fox specialized remote minibrain wnew 2012 tune, kashima coating, inertia valve, w brain fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length fork custom rockshox sid world cup 29 brain, inertia valve damper, air spring, tapered carbon steerer, topmount brain fade adj. Due to the frame materials and other factors, we estimate that this bike weighs around 30 pounds. For manuals and recall information please visit powersports.
With four to six inches of travel and three rings you can ride just about everything and you can do it aggressively. We have 3 specialized epic manuals available for free pdf download. Can be tough to keep the front end down when climbing steep hills. The epic frame is compatible only with single crown forks that have travel of 3. Foxspecialized remote minibrain wnew 2012 tune, kashima coating, inertia valve, w brain fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length fork custom rockshox sid world cup 29 brain, inertia valve damper, air spring, tapered carbon steerer, topmount. This manual is designed to be used in conjunction with the bicycle owners. With some specialized epic bikes that ive had in the past i really tried to properly. Adjusting camandcup mechanism removing and installing wheels removing disk brakerim brake front wheel wheels with cam action systems wheels securing. Stock tires are not great for regular trail riding. It was not my intention to buy this bike when i visited my specialized dealer in the spring of 2010. With a carbon frame and carbon components on everything including the brake levers, this full suspension bike may look stripped down but it is in fact.