Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset X7, X5
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 1 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
A1 Premium Aluminum w/smooth welding, Zero Stack 44 head tube, forged post mount 160mm disc, 141mm QR dropout, alloy replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM, coil spring, custom Multi-Circuit Damping, lockout, 32mm stanchions, 15x110mm thru-axle, 80/100mm of travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X7, Type 2.1, long cage, 10-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM X5, 10-speed, trigger
Cassette
Sunrace, 10-speed, 11-42t
Crank
Stout, 76mm BCD spider, 28T
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 73mm, internal bearings
Chain
SRAM PC-1031, 10-speed w/PowerLink
Pedals
Specialized Dirt Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Stout, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm spacing, 24h
Rear Hub
Specialized Stout, 10-speed, 10x141mm spacing, sealed cartridge bearings, 28h
Rims
Stout 650b, alloy, disc only, 38mm inner width, 24/28h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g, black
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga, hydraulic disc, organic pads, 180mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, 7-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Double-butted alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 5-degree upsweep, 15mm rise, 750mm width, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Henge Sport, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 12.5mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.59 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm |
| Front Center | 649 mm | 671 mm | 691 mm | 716 mm | 742 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 620 mm | 620 mm | 634 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 393 mm | 413 mm | 433 mm | 453 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm | 627 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 373 mm | 432 mm | 460 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1099 mm | 1119 mm | 1144 mm | 1170 mm |
| Standover Height | 713 mm | 753 mm | 783 mm | 806 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Fuse 6Fattie completes the Specialized Fuse model. There are 38 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork
Specialized Fuse 6Fattie 2017 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCM fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The Fuse 6Fattie 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Fuse 6Fattie is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
