Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Fork RockShox Domain
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Groupset X9, X7 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BigHit FSR, M4 Premium Aluminum ORE TT/DT, full cartridge bearing pivots, ISCG mount, asymetrical rear triangle, 7.5"" travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Domain 318 coil spring. 180mm, adj comp and reb, 1 1/8 to 1.5"" tapered alloy steerer
Rear Shock
Fox DHX 4.0 coil, 8.5x2.5"", rebound adj. ProPedal, IFP pressure, S:400, M:450, L:500
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-9, 9-speed, short cage
Shift Levers
SRAM X-7, aluminum trigger
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 9-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Gravity Moto-X MegaExo, forged solid arms, 36t steel ring with chain guide
Bottom Bracket
sealed outboard cartridge bearing for Moto-X crank, 73mm shell
Chain
SRAM PC-971, 9-speed w/Power Link
Pedals
Alloy platform, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Hi-Lo disc, 20mm thru-axle, 36h
Rear Hub
Disc, Hi Lo flange, sealed cartridge bearing, machined disc mount, bolt on, 36h
Rims
Custom DT Swiss F550, 30mm, 32h
Spokes
14g stainless
Tires
Specialized Clutch SX 26x2.3"", 60 TPI, aramid bead, soft dual compound
Brakes
Brakes
Custom Avid Elixir R hydraulic disc, reach adjust, metallic pads, 205mm rotor
Brake Levers
Custom Avid Elixir R Hydraulic, tool-less adj. reach
Cockpit
Stem
Aggro stem, 35mm extension, OS 31.8, 4-bolt, forged
Handlebar
6061 Alloy DH low rise bar, 31.8mm bar, 750mm wide, 9 degree backsweep, 6 degree up
Grips
Specialized waffle grip
Headset
1.125/1.5"" Threadless, loose ball, steel cups
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Enduro, 8mm hollow Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
6061 butted alloy, two bolt no offset, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 365 mm | 365 mm | 365 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 589 mm | 589 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 421 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 557 mm | 580 mm | 602 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 419 mm | 458 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1156 mm | 1179 mm | 1201 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -22 mm | -22 mm | -22 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm | 757 mm | 744 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
BigHit FSR III belongs to the Specialized Bighit model. Specialized launched 9 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2010 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.
Average price for Downhill bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Downhill bike that is reliable is 3391$. However, even though the average price of a Downhill bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
BigHit FSR III components
Fork
Specialized BigHit FSR III 2010 bike is equipped with the RockShox Domain fork, and has 180mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the BigHit FSR III model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The BigHit FSR III has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Specialized BigHit FSR III bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.