Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset X5, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized M4 fully manipulated alloy frame, fully butted, Trail 29"" geometry, ORE DT, externally relieved HT, 2-piece forged adjustable slider dropouts, disc only
Suspension Fork
RockShox Dart 3 SL for 29"" wheel, 80mm, 1 piece magnesium lower, alloy steerer, adj. reb. damping w/ LO and preload adj. size-specific spring rates, spring assisted seal, disc only
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-5, mid cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 34.9mm clamp, top swing, bottom pull
Shift Levers
SRAM X5-R trigger
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 9-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Shimano FC-M442, Octalink Spline
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 68mm x 118mm
Chain
KMC X9 w/ reuseable Missing Link
Pedals
Alloy body and cage, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged alloy, hi/low flange, double sealed, ground race, machined disc mount, 32h
Rear Hub
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, machined disc mount, cassette, 32h
Rims
Alex RHD 29"", pinned, alloy double wall, eyelets, 28h front and 32h rear
Spokes
2mm (14g) stainless
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak LK Sport, 29x2.0"", 60TPI, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga Comp, hydraulic disc, dual piston w/ 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga Comp
Cockpit
Stem
3D forged alloy, 7 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Butted alloy riserbar, 25mm rise, 660mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 7 degree up sweep
Grips
Specialized Enduro, dual compound Kraton, no flange, 131mm
Headset
1-1/8"" threadless, loose ball
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Rockhopper XC, Body Geometry, 143mm width, front and rear bumpers
Seatpost
Alloy two bolt, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 299.5 mm | 299.5 mm | 299.5 mm | 299.5 mm | 299.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568 mm | 593 mm | 623 mm | 648 mm | 668 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.2 ° | 73.2 ° | 73.2 ° | 73.2 ° | 73.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1085 mm | 1115 mm | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 705 mm | 785 mm | 819 mm | 855 mm | 891 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Rockhopper Expert 29 belongs to the Specialized Rockhopper model. Specialized released 119 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2010 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
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Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox fork installed. The fork’s travel is 80mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Rockhopper Expert 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.