Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2009 Specialized BigHit FSR III
Value Guide market data · 2009 Specialized BigHit FSR III
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
48%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2009 Specialized BigHit FSR III
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All BigHit model years
2011$2,697 - $3,132▼ 3% vs. 2009
2010$2,511 - $2,916▼ 10% vs. 2009
2009$2,790 - $3,240Currently viewing
2008$2,232 - $2,592▼ 20% vs. 2009
2007$2,046 - $2,376▼ 27% vs. 2009
2006$1,581 - $1,836▼ 43% vs. 2009
2005$1,674 - $1,944▼ 40% vs. 2009
2004$2,623 - $3,046▼ 6% vs. 2009
2003$4,036 - $4,687▲ 45% vs. 2009
2002$4,027 - $4,676▲ 44% vs. 2009
2001$2,288 - $2,657▼ 18% vs. 2009
2000$2,065 - $2,398▼ 26% vs. 20092009 BigHit FSR III lineup
Overview
About this bike
2009 Specialized BigHit FSR III value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- FRAME
- BigHit FSR, M4 Premium Aluminum ORE TT/DT, full cartridge bearing pivots, ISCG mount, asymetrical rear triangle, 7.5"" travel
- REAR SHOCK
- Fox DHX 4.0 coil, 8.5x2.5"", rebound adj., ProPedal, IFP pressure, S:400, M:450, L:500
- FORK
- Rockshox Domain 318, 180mm travel, coil spring, external compression and rebound adj., 20mm thru-axle w/ Maxle 360, 1-1/8"" to 1.5"" tapered alloy steerer tube
- Frame Tubing Material
- Specialized FSR M4-aluminum
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2009 Specialized BigHit FSR III
- REAR DERAILLEUR
- SRAM X-9, 9-speed, short cage
- SHIFT LEVERS
- SRAM X-7, trigger 9-speed
- CASSETTE
- Shimano HG50, 9-speed, 11-34t
- CHAIN
- SRAM PC-971, 9-speed w/Power Link
- CRANKSET
- Truvativ Hussefelt, 170mm w/ SBC chain guide
- CHAINRINGS
- 36t, 4-bolt, compact 104mm pattern
- BOTTOM BRACKET
- Truvativ Howitzer XR, oversize sealed outboard cartridge bearing, 73mm shell
- Shifters
- SRAM X-7
Brakes
- FRONT BRAKE
- Custom Avid Elixir R hydraulic disc, reach adjust, metallic pads, 203mm rotor
- REAR BRAKE
- Custom Avid Elixir R, hydraulic disc, reach adjust, metallic pads, 185mm rotor
- BRAKE LEVERS
- Custom Avid Elixir R Hydraulic, tool-less adj. reach
- Brakes
- Avid Elixir R, hydraulic-disc
Cockpit
- HEADSET
- 1-1/8"" Threadless, cartridge bearing
- SEAT BINDER
- 7050 hard annodized alloy collar w/ QR, 34.9mm clamp ID, black
- STEM
- Specialized Aggro stem, 35mm extension, OS 31.8, 4-bolt, forged
- HANDLEBARS
- Specialized Big Hit rise bar, 31.8mm, 6 degree up, 9 degree backsweep, 680mm wide
- GRIPS
- Specialized thin lock on grip, alloy bar ends
- SADDLE
- Specialized Enduro, 8mm hollow Cr-Mo rails, SL foam
- SEATPOST
- 6061 butted alloy, two-bolt, 0 offset, 30.9x300mm
- Handlebar
- Specialized Big Hit Riser
Wheels & Tires
- FRONT TIRE
- Specialized Clutch SX26x2.3"", 60 TPI, aramid bead, cap ply, soft dual compound
- REAR TIRE
- Specialized Clutch SX26x2.3"", 60 TPI, aramid bead, cap ply, soft dual compound
- INNER TUBES
- Specialized 26x2.3"", schrader
- RIMS
- Custom DT Swiss F550, 30mm, 36h
- FRONT HUB
- Specialized Hi-Lo disc, 20mm thru-axle, 36h
- REAR HUB
- Specialized disc, 135mm, machined flange, sealed cartridge bearing, bolt on, 36h
- SPOKES
- 2.0mm stainless, black, brass nipples
- Hubs
- Front: Specialized Hi Lo, 20mm through-axle; Rear: Specialized bolt-on
- Spoke Brand
- 2.0mm stainless-steel
- Tires
- Specialized Clutch, 26 x 2.3
Pedals
- PEDALS
- Specialized Lo-Pro alloy
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.