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Overview

Model Version:3
Production Start:2007
Production End:2010
Suspension/Pivot System:VPP - Virtual Pivot Point
Material:Aluminum - 6000 series
Rear Wheel Travel:254mm
Size Range:S,M,L

Frame Specs

Compatible Forks:180mm to 203mm total travel, 203mm travel max
Headtube/Headset:1-1/8" Straight - External. S.H.I.S EC34/28.6 EC34/30
Seat Post:30.9mm - Minimum insertion 100mm
Front Derailleur:N/A - Single Front Chainring Only
BB Shell Width:83mm - Threaded - ISO
Chainline Spec:55mm
Recommended Max Tire Size:2.7 - may vary by tire and rim model
Brakes:Disc Brake - ISO
Max Brake Rotor Size:203mm
Rear Hub:150mm x 12mm Through-Axle
Seatpost Clamp:34.9mm

Shock Specs

Rear Shock Eye-to-Eye:8.75"
Stroke:2.75"
Mounting Bushing Width Front:22mm
Mounting Bushing Width Rear:22mm
Mounting Bolt Diameter Front:8mm
Mounting Bolt Diameter Rear:8mm
Leverage Ratio:3.6 : 1

Rear Shock Setup:Because it is highly likely the original rear shocks on older models are repaired/replaced/upgraded throughout the lifetime of the frame, we offer some very basic tuning guidelines, and recommend using the original rear shock manufacturers manual for more detailed set-up for the specific rear shock you have. Contact the rear shock manufacturer for info if you do not have it.
 The key component for set-up with any rear shock here is sag. Once you have that set-up correctly, the rest of the shock settings are fine tuning adjustments (Rebound and Compression damping, etc.) set to rider preference.Recommended sag is 20-23mm at the shock shaft - This equates to approximately 25-30% of the total rear wheel travel. Less sag = a firmer suspension feel.For Coil rear shocks here is a rough spring size to weight guideline for average coil shocks.
This can vary based on rear shock model and manufacturer:100-130lbs - 400#140-160lbs - 450#160-170lbs - 450#180-200lbs - 500#210-230lbs - 550#

Torque Specs

FastenerDescriptionPrepTorqueDownload
Lower Pivot BoltsLower Main Pivot Chainring Bolts (4)Loctite 242115 inch lbs-
Lower Bearing Pinch BoltsM6 x 1 x 14 low socket head cap screws (4)Loctite 24265 inch lbs-
Upper Link BoltsM8 x 1.25 x 22.5 domed socket head cap screws (4)Loctite 242135 inch lbs-
Derailleur Hanger Mounting CapDerailleur Hanger End Cap ScrewLoctite 24270 inch lbs-
Derailleur Hanger Set ScrewSet Screw, Swingarm to HangerLoctite 24260 inch lbs-
Rear Hub Through Axle150 x 12mm Through Axle Grease60 inch lbs-
Thru-Axle Pinch BoltM6 x 1 x 14 domed socket head cap screw Grease80 inch lbs-
Shock Mounting BoltsM8 x 1.25 x 45 socket head cap screws (2)Loctite 242190 inch lbs-
Upper Fender MountM5 x 10 T25 Torx BoltsLoctite 24250 inch lbs-
Fender Mount M5 x 10 Flat Head BoltLoctite 24250 inch lbs-

Replacement Parts

Propack Part Number:04-05102
Bearings-Only Part Number:04-05106
Dropout/Derailleur Hanger:04-05103
Upper Link:04-05107
QR Seatpost Collar:34-15543
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