Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2016 Specialized Era Expert Carbon 29
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Overview
About this bike
2016 Specialized Era Expert Carbon 29 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- FSR FACT 9M carbon w/M5-aluminum rear triangle, 100mm travel (Small: 90mm) w/142 x 12mm thru-axle, SWAT tool cradle
- Fork Brand & Model
- RockShox SID 29 w/Brain, 100mm travel (Small: 90mm) w/tapered steerer, 15mm Maxle thru-axle
- Rear Shock
- Fox/Specialized Remote Mini-Brain w/Brain Fade, autosag
- Fork
- RockShox SID 29 w/Brain, 100mm travel (Small: 90mm) w/tapered steerer, 15mm Maxle thru-axle
- Frame
- FSR FACT 9M carbon w/M5-aluminum rear triangle, 100mm travel (Small: 90mm) w/142 x 12mm thru-axle, SWAT tool cradle
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2016 Specialized Era Expert Carbon 29
- Crankset
- SRAM S-2200 carbon
- Rear Cogs
- SRAM XG-1180, 11-speed: 10-42
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM X01
- Chainrings
- 28t
- Shifters
- SRAM X1
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- Shimano XT
- Brakes
- Shimano Deore XT disc
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Specialized aluminum
- Saddle
- Body Geometry Women's Myth Comp
- Stem
- Specialized Stout XC
- Handlebars
- Specialized
- Tape/Grips
- Specialized Sip Grip
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- See Rims/Wheels
- Tires
- Specialized 2Bliss Ready, Front: S-Works Fast Trak, 29 x 2.2; Rear: Fast Trak, 29 x 2.0
- Spokes
- See Rims/Wheels
Accessories
- Accessories & Extras
- SWAT XC kit with bottle cage, multi-tool, and top cap chain tool
- Rims/Wheels
- Roval Control Carbon 29
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.