Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, ORE downtube, externally relieved headtube, forged dropouts, reinforced disc mount, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF13-XCT 26"", coil/MCU spring, 1-1/8"" steel steerer, preload adj. 28mm steel stanchions, disc only lowers, 80mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed, 34.9mm clamp, top-swing, dual-pull
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF51, 7-speed trigger, w/ integrated brake lever
Cassette
Sunrace, 7-speed, 11-34
Crank
Alloy, square taper spindle
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings, 68mm shell
Chain
KMC X8
Pedals
Composite platform, w/ reflectors, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Disc, alloy, double-sealed, loose ball, steel axle, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Disc, alloy, double-sealed, loose ball, steel axle, steel cassette body, QR, 32h
Rims
HR Disc 26"", alloy double-wall, disc, pin joint, 25mm, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g (2.0mm)
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak Sport, 26x2.0"", wire bead, 40TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela, mechanical disc, dual pad angle adjustment, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano, included w/ shifter
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, 4-bolt clamp, 10-degree rise, 25.4mm
Handlebar
Specialized riser bar, Hi-Ten riser bar, 640mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 35mm rise, 25.4mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XCT, Kraton w/ gel, 132mm
Headset
1-1/8"" threadless, loose ball
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Body Geometry Hardrock, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 30.9mm, 300mm/350mm/400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 635 mm | 661 mm | 681 mm | 707 mm | 728 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 40 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 82 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 561 mm | 561 mm | 586 mm | 595 mm | 614 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 397 mm | 414 mm | 430 mm | 450 mm | 464 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 543 mm | 569 mm | 594 mm | 613 mm | 638 mm | 658 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 394 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1031 mm | 1057 mm | 1083 mm | 1103 mm | 1129 mm | 1150 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 31 mm | 31 mm | 31 mm | 31 mm | 31 mm | 31 mm |
| Standover Height | 693 mm | 736 mm | 772 mm | 800 mm | 834 mm | 870 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Hardrock Disc SE 26 completes the Specialized Hardrock model. Specialized launched 33 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Hardrock bikes models from 2014, by clicking here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
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Overview of components
Fork
The Hardrock Disc SE 26 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCT fork. This has a travel range of 80mm. 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.
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Hardrock Disc SE 26 model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Hardrock Disc SE 26 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!