Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 155mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RC
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Groupset X01, X1 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FACT IS-X 11m carbon, 29 geometry, FACT IS construction, FACT carbon front triangle, M5 alloy rear triangle, tapered head tube, PF30 BB, internal Command Post IR routing, 142mm dropouts, full cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 155mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RC 29, Solo Air spring, 160mm travel, compression adjust, rebound adjust, tapered steerer, 46mm offset, 15mm Maxle Ultimate thru-axle
Rear Shock
Öhlins, single tube, 3rd Chamber air spring technology, adjustable compression & rebound damping, 215.9x57.2mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 rear derailleur, X-Horizon, 11-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM X1, 11-speed, trigger
Cassette
SRAM X01 cassette, 11-speed, 10-42t
Crank
Custom SRAM S-2200, carbon, PF30 spindle, 30T, 94mm BCD spider
Bottom Bracket
SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearings
Chain
SRAM PC-X1 chain, PowerLock, 11-speed
Pedals
Resin Test Ride w/toe clips
Wheels
Front Hub
Roval Traverse, 15/20mm thru-axle, 24h
Rear Hub
Roval Traverse 142+, SRAM XX1 XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 28h
Rims
Roval Traverse 29, alloy, disc, 29mm inner width, 24/28H
Spokes
DT Swiss Revolution
Tires
Butcher Control 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"", 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R lever, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, Guide RS caliper, 200mm Centerline rotor
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide RS, alloy lever, reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, 45/60/75/90/105mm
Handlebar
Specialized, 7050 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 780mm width, 31.8mm clamp
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
Headset
Hella Flush, 1-1/8"" and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper w/ 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Henge Expert, hollow Ti rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Command Post IRcc, cruiser control technology, micro-adjust height adjustable, alien head design, bottom mount cable routing, remote adjust SRL lever, 30.9mm, S: 100mm of travel, M/L/XL: 125mm
Model Overview
Enduro Expert Carbon 29 completes the Specialized Enduro model. 117 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2016, by clicking on this link.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Pike RC model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
Specialized Enduro Expert Carbon 29 bike has the Öhlins model installed, and has a travel of 155mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Enduro Expert Carbon 29 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Enduro Expert Carbon 29 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 has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.
Dropper post
The Specialized model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.