Our team of designers, engineers and product experts are focused on one thing every Designed for the big wheel, trail enthusiast, the Primer 29 sports 4.5” or 5” of rear day: your experience on the bike. We build bikes that are as thrilling to look at as they wheel travel on an extra wide, Boost 148 rear end.
introduction / registration frame features / component spec Geometry exploded view and b.o.m. Assembly torque chart setup maintenance I N T E N S E C Y C L E S...
Stack: 609 mm/ 24” 616 mm / 24.25” 628 mm/ 24.7” 632 mm/ 24.9” Component spec NOTE the PRIMER 29 is designed around the BB Height: 337 mm/ 13.25” 337 mm/ 13.25” 337 mm/ 13.25” 337 mm/ 13.25” use of single or double chain ring Seat Tube Angle (Effective): 75˚...
exploded view and b.o.m. P R I M E R u s e r m a n u a l...
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ITEM PART TORQUE ITEM PART TORQUE ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY. ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER SPEC. NUMBER SPEC. 5 Nm / Derailleur Mount Cover 130209 For Single Ring Setup Zerk Fitting 401011 M6 x 1.0 40 in-lbs 11 Nm / Rear Axle 130757 Axle 148 x 12 Boost Locking Blk Water Bottle Bolt,...
Assembly P R E F A C E // Service and maintenance on an Intense bicycle requires special tools, abilities and knowledge of working on bicycles. It is always recommended to use an authorized Intense dealer for service and maintenance. Always wear eye protection. It is critical to use the proper tools, loctite, grease and torque specs during assembly.
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C O N N E C T I N G T O P L I N K T O F R O N T T R I A N G L E // C O N N E C T I N G B O X L I N K T O F R O N T T R I A N G L E // Holding top link (#130760) with Using upper pivot axle (#130780), Hold bearing caps (#130778) with...
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NOTE pivot bolt (#130791) to 7 NM or 60 in/lb the top link of the PRIMER 29 features dual mounting positions. The Upper shock mounting hole on top link is for LONG travel, the lower hole is for SHORT travel.
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T I G H T E N I N G S E AT S TAY S T O T O P L I N K // INSTALLING ADJUSTER CONES ON LOWER LINK // Grease and install adjuster cone Using hand pressure, squeeze the top Grease and install adjuster cone Torque M6x22mm (#410032) to 14 NM (#130807) into head of main pivot bolt...
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INSTALLING DERAILLEUR HANGER // R E A R A X L E // Grease outer edges of derailleur Torque derailleur bolt (#130798) to The Primer uses a rear axle with an allen through opening on the hanger bolt, hanger (#130790) and loctite derailleur 11NM or 100 in/lbs (IMAGE #22).
M5 HEX 14 Nm / 125 in/lbs torque Achieving proper torque is vital to ensuring the safe performance and function of the PRIMER 29 frame. 11 Nm / 100 in/lbs Failure to do so could result in sub- optimal performance of your frame as well as premature wear and tear of individual parts.
set up upper mount lower mount seatpost adjustable travel make sure to insert seat post at least upper mount: 125mm 4” into the main frame. Anything less lower mount: 112mm than this amount could cause damage to the frame or even failure. P R I M E R u s e r m a n u a l...
20% when sitting on the bike Fork Sag 25-30% when sitting on the bike SHOCK: Primer 29 Expert Rock Shox Monarch RT3 200x51 mm DB2 MM S 320 rock shox monarch rt3 / R 200 x 51mm SHOCK: Primer 29...
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Fork Sag 25-30% when sitting on the bike FOX FLOAT DPS 200 x 51mm SHOCK: Primer 29 Factory FOX Shox, FLOAT DPS, F-S, K, 3POS-ADJ EVOL LV, 200 51 mm CM, RM, CLIMB SHOCK: Primer 29 Pro FOX Shox, FLOAT DPS, P-SE, A, 3POS-ADJ EVOL LV, 200 51 mm CM, RM, CLIMB...
Look for cracks, dents or loose fibers. If you discover damage in any degree it’s best to have your frame inspected by a qualified Intense Cycles dealer. Any direct impact to the frame can cause serious structural damage. • Use high grade waterproof grease on seat post, BB and head set bearing contact areas with the carbon.
maintenance Schedule* 500 Miles or 2000 Miles or 6 4000 Miles or Action Every Ride 1 Month Months 1 Year Tires Check air pressure, inspect tread and sidewalls for tears and punctures Chain Brush off and lubricate Brakes Squeeze brakes and confirm function General Clean complete bike of mud and debris Headset...
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