Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2009 Specialized BigHit III
Value Guide market data · 2009 Specialized BigHit III
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Price over time - 2009 Specialized BigHit III
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All BigHit model years
2011$2,697 - $3,132▼ 3% vs. 2009
2010$2,511 - $2,916▼ 10% vs. 20092009$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 III lineup
Overview
About this bike
2009 Specialized BigHit III value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Specialized M4 ORE Aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- RockShox Domain 318, 180mm travel
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/steel, single crown
- Rear Shock
- Fox DHX 4.0, 7.5inch travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2009 Specialized BigHit III
- Component Group
- SRAM mix
- Shift Levers
- SRAM X.7 Trigger
- Crankset
- TruVativ Hussefelt, 36 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Truvativ Howitzer XR
- Rear Cogs
- 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
- Chain
- SRAM PC-971
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Avid Elixir R w/203mm rotor front/Avid Elixir R w/185mm rotor rear brakes, Avid Elixir R levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- 6061 butted alloy two-bolt, 30.9mm diameter
- Saddle
- Specialized Enduro
- Handlebar
- Specialized Big Hit riser 31.8mm
- Handlebar Stem
- Specialized Aggro
- Headset
- 1 1/2inch to 1 1/8inch Cartridge
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Specialized Hi Lo disc, Rear: Specialized disc
- Rims
- DT Swiss F550, 36-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.30inch Specialized Clutch SX
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Specialized Lo Pro alloy
Accessories
- Colors
- Gloss White
- BB Shell Width
- 73mm
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- Small, Medium, Large
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.