Mountain Biking - 2001 Specialized Stumpjumper comp

I just got offered a 20 inch 2001 Stumpjumper comp for 650 cdn or aobut 430 US. It has Time Alumnium pedals, XTR compnents and so on. Not to sure aobtu the fork but he said the frame has a couple of dings here and there but nothign to serious. He also said he takes care of it so I was wondering if its a good deal?

Well if you compare it to other bikes available with that componentry, you should be able to figure it out yourself. How bad is the damage? That could be a big problem later on down the track, if not sooner. Always be careful with buying a bike that has obviously been ridden hard or frequently, as wear and tear does eventually take its toll.

It depends on what he means by “dings”. Give the bike a good look over and ride it on a trail at least once. If the “dings” are just surface scratches in the paint and the bike looks/feels solid and is a good fit for you, it sounds like a good deal to me.

Specialized does provide paint and decals :D

http://www.specialized.com/SBCTUPaints.jsp?my=2001

http://www.specialized.com/SBCEqProduct.jsp?section=15620&browselevel=top&JServSessionIdroot=d8f4jxnmf3.j2700

Look closely at the welds. Check for tiny hairline cracks in and around the welds. Check the hubs for any significant side to side play. Check the fork (by squeezing the front brake) for any sloppiness front to back. If he'll let you, disassemble the headset and slightly tug the bearing cups. If the headtube is ovalized the cups will easily come out with just pulling on them. Put one foot on a pedal and push down to check for any play in the bb area. Loosen the seat clamp and give the post a quick twist. If damaged, it won't turn all the way around loosely. Check the chainrings and cogs. If any of the teeth are pointy, they're shot. There should be a flat spot on each tooth. Get a chain checker or measure 12 inches of chain (pin to pin). If the far pin is longer than 12 inches by more than 1/8 inch the chain is shot and probably the cassette too!

L8R

Man i could use like a whole thing of touch up paint, ever since my lizard skin was taken off years ago (i don't know why i never put it back on) my rear arm (i dunno the technical term for the bar that sits right under the chain) is all stripped to the metal, i think it might be time to get a new one. It sounds like a good deal if everything is in good order!

Chain Stay!

and Yes, protectors are a GOOD thing. The Lizard Skins are nice, inexpensive and easy to install/remove.

I've got one of the adhesive plastic ones that works really well, you've just got to be creative with a razor blade. Mine was a THE. (Toby Henderson Enterprise)

L8R

Gonzo and A2, I made my own chainstay protector. Bought a tube at walmart for 2 bucks. Cut it in half and wrapped it around the chainstay. Took some duct tape and taped the tube real nice and tight. Not only does it protect the chainstay but also eliminates chainslap completely! Easy to clean and I can replace the tape whenever I want to.

I have a 2000 Stumpy M2 Comp, and I paid $1299 US for it new. The fork on my bike is a Manitou Mars.

I can't say whether it's worth that price, but I can tell you that I love mine!!!

-Mike