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SBC LIMITED WARRANTY

Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. (“Specialized”), a California corporation located at 15130 Concord Circle, Morgan Hill, California 95037, makes the following 
Limited Warranty concerning Specialized bicycles and framesets:

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ON BICYCLE FRAMES AND FRAMESETS

Subject to the following limitations, terms and conditions, Specialized warrants to the original owner for the lifetime of the original owner of each new Specialized bicycle or frameset 
that the bicycle frame or frameset when new is free of defective materials and workmanship. The lifetime limited warranty is conditioned upon the bicycle being operated under normal 
conditions and use, and properly maintained. This limited warranty does not apply to paint/finish or components attached to the bicycle/frameset such as front forks, wheels, drive 
train, brakes, seatpost, handlebar and stem or any suspension related parts or components. Paint/finish, components attached to the bicycle/ frameset such as front forks, wheels, 
drive train, brakes, seatpost, handlebar and stem or any suspension related parts or components are covered under the limited one (1) year warranty. This warranty is void if the bicycle 
or frameset was not purchased new from or not properly assembled by an authorized Specialized dealer.

LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY ON COMPLETE BICYCLE

Subject to the following limitations, terms and conditions, Specialized warrants to the original owner of each new Specialized bicycle that this bicycle when new is free of defective 
materials and workmanship. This warranty shall expire one (1) year from the date of the original purchase from an authorized Specialized dealer and is conditioned upon the  bicycle 
being operated under normal conditions and use, and properly maintained. This warranty is void if the bicycle was not purchased new from or not properly assembled by an 
authorized Specialized dealer.

LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY ON SUSPENSION ATTACHMENTS & SUSPENSION RELATED EQUIPMENT

Also subject to the following limitations, terms and conditions, Specialized warrants to the original owner of each new Specialized bicycle or frameset that the suspension attachment 
points, and suspension related equipment (including pivot points, bushings, shock units, front suspension forks, stays, plates, fasteners) when new are free of defective materials or 
workmanship. This warranty shall expire one (1) year from the date of the original purchase from an authorized Specialized dealer and is conditioned upon the bicycle being operated 
under normal conditions and use, and properly maintained. This warranty is void if the bicycle was not purchased new from or not properly assembled by an authorized Specialized 
dealer. Some branded suspension equipment may have additional warranty coverage offered by the specific manufacturer. Please check in your owner’s manual pack for information 
regarding these warranties or check with your authorized Specialized dealer for details.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS

This Limited Warranty is made only to the original owner of this new Specialized bicycle or frameset purchased from an authorized Specialized dealer, and it shall remain in force only as 
long as the original owner retains ownership of the Specialized bicycle. This Limited Warranty is not transferable. In order to exercise your rights under this limited warranty, the bicycle 
or frameset must be presented to an authorized Specialized dealer, together with a receipt, bill of sale or other appropriate written proof of purchase which identifies the bicycle or 
frameset by serial number. Should this bicycle, frameset or any part be determined by Specialized to be covered by this warranty, it will be repaired or replaced, at Specialized’s sole 

option, which will be conclusive and binding. The original owner shall pay all labor charges connected with the repair or replacement of all parts. Under no circumstances does this 

limited warranty include the cost of travel or shipment to and from an authorized Specialized dealer. Such costs, if any, shall be borne by the original owner. This limited warranty does 
not apply to normal wear and tear, nor to  claimed defects, malfunctions or failures that result from abuse, neglect, improper assembly, improper maintenance, alteration, collision, 
crash or misuse. This warranty is null and void if the bicycle is used for racing, trick riding, ramp riding, jumping, riding hard off road, aggressive riding, riding on severe terrain, riding 
in severe climates, riding with heavy loads, commercial activities or similar activities. Such use may damage the bicycle, can cause serious personal injury or death, and in all cases 
void this warranty.

Summary of Contents for Epic Era

Page 1: ...1 OWNER S MANUAL...

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Page 3: ...F CONTENTS Introduction Fork Compatibility Frame Features Frame Geometry Miscelaneous Parts Installation Shock Fork Setup Carbon Frame Instructions Schematic and Specifications Warranty 4 6 7 8 11 12...

Page 4: ...l which could result in serious personal injury or death we may not repeat this in conjunction with each Warning Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition which may occur a p...

Page 5: ...nties including the warranty of fitness for particular purpose and merchantability Stunt riding severe off road riding jumping or riding downhill at speed is extremely dangerous and the rider voluntar...

Page 6: ...nd or add stresses to the frame which have not been tested for If you must replace any component have this done by your authorized Specialized retailer WARNING Service on Specialized bicycles requires...

Page 7: ...1 Main Frame 2 Seatstay 3 Chainstay 4 Link 5 Main Pivot 6 Dropout Horst Pivot 7 Link at Seatstay Pivot 8 Link at Frame Pivot 9 Lower Rearward Shock Eyelet 10 Upper Forward Shock Eyelet 11 Shock 12 Rep...

Page 8: ...Angle Seat Tube Angle BB Height Wheelbase Chainstay Length 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 X Large Large Medium Small 554mm 726mm 126mm 70 74 331mm 1061mm 425mm 589mm 747mm 144mm 70 74 331mm 1098mm 425mm 615mm 757mm...

Page 9: ...ength Standover Hgt Head Tube Length Head Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle BB Height Wheelbase Chainstay Length 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Large Medium Small 540mm 704mm 126mm 70 74 2 331mm 1049mm 425mm 565mm 721mm 14...

Page 10: ...10 1 5 2 8 6 7 4 3 EPIC FRAME GEOMETRY...

Page 11: ...f 9 N m The Specialized Derailleur guard is available separately through your local Specialized dealer The guard works with solid or Q R axle types and is compatible with all Mountain bike models usin...

Page 12: ...Race Tune inertia valve damping Turn the knob clockwise for a firmer more efficient ride Turn the knob counter clockwise for a softer more supple Trail Tune setting Shock stroke SM Epic all Era 43mm...

Page 13: ...edal platform efficiency The blue knob D controls the Race Tune inertia valve damping Turn the knob clockwise for a firmer more efficient ride Turn the knob counter clockwise for a softer more supple...

Page 14: ...in this installation guide will void your warranty but most importantly may result in damage to the frame which may not be visible If the frame is damaged this can result in loss of structural integr...

Page 15: ...pecification No tools are needed for installation or removal of the bearings Grease bearing surfaces before installation COMPONENT TORQUE SETTINGS Front derailleur Recommended torque is 44 in lbf 5 0...

Page 16: ...T ASSEMBLY DROPOUT ASSEMBLY S LINK ASSEMBLY SHOCK ASSEMBLY Chainstay Bridge BB Shell 1 e 1 e 1 a 1 b 1 f 1 d 1 k 1 f 1 g 1 a 2 a 2 b Chainstay Tab Lower Shock Eye Alloy Pivot Carbon Pivot Upper Shock...

Page 17: ...loy Bolt M10 Thread x 23 6mm Shaft Length 4mm Hex Countersunk Head Alloy Bolt M10 Thread x 26 5mm Shaft Length 4mm Hex Steel Washer 17mm O D x 13mm I D x 0 3mm Thick Alloy Nut M10 Thread x 17mm O D x...

Page 18: ...vot points bushings shock units front suspension forks stays plates fasteners when new are free of defective materials or workmanship This warranty shall expire one 1 year from the date of the origina...

Page 19: ...ANYONE SHALL CREATE ANY WARRANTY REGARDING THIS BICYCLE OR FRAMESET ALL OF THE REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER ARE STATED HEREIN IT IS AGREED THAT SPECIALIZED S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED W...

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Page 22: ...der Weight Fork PSI Fork Rebound Damping of clicks from fast Fork Compression Damping of clicks from fast Shock PSI Shock Rebound Damping of clicks from fast Shock Compression Damping of clicks from f...

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Page 24: ...95037 www specialized com 2009 Specialized Bicycles SPECIALIZED BICYCLE COMPONENTS 15130 Concord Circle Morgan Hill CA 95037 408 779 6229 Please note all instructions are subject to change for improv...

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