Genius-Concept Characteristics; Kinematics; Shock-Technology - Scott Genius Series Owner's Manual

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GENIUS-CONCEPT
CHARACTERISTICS
Genius is the result of 2 years of research and develop-
ment not only looking for a lightweight frame but also
for an innovative suspension technology in combination
with an optimized kinematics of the rear swingarm.
The combination of an optimized kinematics with a
revolutionary suspension technology closes the gap bet-
ween hardtail bikes and the new generation of full
suspended bikes with automatic lockout systems which
are already on the market and which are still a compro-
mise between suspended and non suspended bikes.
Genius was designed for riders and racers looking for a
"non-bobbing" hardtail-like power transfer to the rear
wheel but are not willing to give up the benefits of a full
suspended bike.
Scott does not see frame, rear shock and kinematics as
single components which are assembled together on a
bike, but as a concept with all these components wor-
king together and offering an outrageous function by
matching perfectly.
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This system, named TC (Traction Control), is used in all
Genius models.
The Genius Contessa geometry was adapted to the spe-
cial needs of biking ladies which can be seen in a shor-
ter distance between saddle and handlebar in compari-
son to Genius RC/MC models and which results in a
more upright position on the bike.
Doing so the muscles of the body, shoulders and arms
are relieved drastically resulting in longer lasting fun
while riding longer distances.
In addition we sloped the top tube in the middle to have
a more comfortable stand over height on the frame. [1]
Ride Frequently!
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KINEMATICS

The Genius Concept is based on a new designed multi-
pivot technology having no fixed swingarm pivot but
moving on a virtual pivot line.
The more the weight of the rider gets on the rear wheel
(going uphill) and with this the SAG (negative travel)
getting bigger, the more the pivot is moving towards
the small chainring.
In combination with the linear shock characteristics
the chain tension will be reduced and doing so the
pedaling will not influence function or movement of
the rear swingarm.
Scott TC-System eliminates completely the troubleso-
me bobbing.
No power will be lost and an optimum power transfer
is guaranteed as the swingarm, in contrary to locked or
automatic-locking systems, can follow the trail surface
and will offer perfect traction and higher speed.
Position lockout
Traction mode
All travel

SHOCK-TECHNOLOGY

The heart of the TC-System is the new developed
and innovative Scott Genius Shock, offering three
functions which make this system possible.
By using the remote lever you can choose between
following functions:
1. ALL TRAVEL MODE: full travel of 90 mm
2. TRACTION MODE: by reducing the air volume
inside the shock the travel of the shock will be redu-
ced to around 60%, the characteristic of the air
spring gets harder. This results in climbing without
"bobbing" and offers still optimum traction of the
rear wheel.
3. LOCK OUT MODE: the shock is locked, climbing
on asphalt roads is now possible without any power
loss. Simultaneous a blow-off-system prevents the
shock being damaged in case the rider did not open
the system while crossing obstacles. [2]
You will find the following positions
on the remote lever:
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Traction Control-Functions
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