Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2011 Specialized BigHit III
Value Guide market data · 2011 Specialized BigHit III
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
28%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2011 Specialized BigHit III
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All BigHit model years
2011$2,697 - $3,132Currently viewing
2010$2,511 - $2,916▼ 7% vs. 2011
2009$2,790 - $3,240▲ 3% vs. 2011
2008$2,232 - $2,592▼ 17% vs. 2011
2007$2,046 - $2,376▼ 24% vs. 2011
2006$1,581 - $1,836▼ 41% vs. 2011
2005$1,674 - $1,944▼ 38% vs. 2011
2004$2,623 - $3,046▼ 3% vs. 2011
2003$4,036 - $4,687▲ 50% vs. 2011
2002$4,027 - $4,676▲ 49% vs. 2011
2001$2,288 - $2,657▼ 15% vs. 2011
2000$2,065 - $2,398▼ 23% vs. 20112011 BigHit III lineup
Overview
About this bike
2011 Specialized BigHit III value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- FRAME
- M4 tubing ORE TT/DT, tapered HT, ISCG mount, asymetrical rear triangle, full cartridge bearing pivots , 7.5"" travel
- REAR SHOCK
- Fox Van RC, coil w/piggy back, compression and rebound adj., 8.5x2.5"", S:400, M:450, L:500
- FORK
- RockShox Domain Dual Crown RC, coil spring, alloy steerer, external rebound and compression adj., 20mm Maxle DH thru-axle, 200mm travel
- Frame Tubing Material
- Specialized FSR M4-aluminum
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2011 Specialized BigHit III
- REAR DERAILLEUR
- SRAM X.9, 9-speed, short cage
- SHIFT LEVERS
- SRAM X.7, 9-speed, aluminum trigger
- CASSETTE
- Shimano HG50, 9-speed, 11-34t
- CHAIN
- SRAM PC-971, 9-speed w/Power Link
- CRANKSET
- Gravity Moto-X MegaExo, forged solid arms, 170mm
- CHAINRINGS
- 36t steel, 4-bolt, compact 104mm pattern
- BOTTOM BRACKET
- FSA MegaExo sealed outboard cartridge bearing for Moto-X crank, 73mm shell
- Shifters
- SRAM X-7
Brakes
- FRONT BRAKE
- Custom Avid Elixir R, hydraulic disc, reach adjust, metallic pads, stainless hardware, 203mm rotor
- REAR BRAKE
- Custom Avid Elixir R, hydraulic disc, reach adjust, metallic pads, stainless hardware, 185mm rotor
- BRAKE LEVERS
- Custom Avid Elixir R hydraulic, tool-less reach adj.
- Brakes
- Avid Elixir R disc, 8/7-inch rotors
Cockpit
- HEADSET
- 1-1/8"" loose cage upper bearing and 1.5"" alloy lower semi-integrated cartridge bearing
- SEAT BINDER
- 34.9mm clamp ID, alloy collar w/ QR, black
- SEATPOST
- 6061 alloy, two bolt micro adjust, no offset, 30.9mm, 300mm
- STEM
- Specialized Direct-Mount stem, 40mm length, 31.8mm, 4-bolt, forged
- HANDLEBARS
- DH low-rise bar, 6061 alloy, 750mm wide, 8 degree backsweep, 6 degree up, 31.8mm
- GRIPS
- Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Other: Rocca
- SADDLE
- Specialized Demo, 7mm hollow Cr-Mo rails
- Handlebar
- Specialized DH low-rise
Wheels & Tires
- RIMS
- Custom DT Swiss F550, 30mm wide, 32h
- FRONT HUB
- Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, sealed cartridge bearing, 20mm thru-axle, 32h
- REAR HUB
- Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, sealed cartridge bearing, bolt-on, 32h
- SPOKES
- 2.0mm (14g) stainless
- FRONT TIRE
- Specialized Butcher SX, 60 TPI, aramid bead, soft dual compound, 26x2.3""
- REAR TIRE
- Specialized Butcher SX, 60 TPI, aramid bead, soft dual compound, 26x2.3""
- INNER TUBES
- Schraeder valve 26x2.4/2.75, 1.2mm thick
- Hubs
- Specialized Hi Lo disc
- Spoke Brand
- 14-gauge stainless-steel
- Tires
- Specialized Butcher SX, 26 x 2.3
Pedals
- PEDALS
- Alloy platform, removeable pins, 9/16""
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.