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Welcome to the family AT I N T E N S E , W E H AV E O N E G O A L - T O P R O V I D E T H E R I D E O F Y O U R L I F E // T H E S N I P E R X C , S N I P E R T R A I L // Our team of designers, engineers and product experts are focused on one thing every The Sniper is a ground-up, dedicated, pedaling machine with two different travel...
/ registration Sniper xc frame features / component spec sniper xc Geometry sniper trail frame features / Component spec sniper trail 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...
sNiPer xc Geometry BB Drop SMALL MEDIUM LARGE XLARGE GEOMETRY NOTEs Wheel Base: 1127 mm / 44.4” 1152 mm / 45.37” 1179 mm / 46.4” 1206 mm / 47.5” GEOMETRY TAKEN AT TOP OUT WITH 503.7MM axle to crown length Top Tube Length: 584 mm / 23.0”...
421 mm / 16.6” 444.5 mm / 17.5” 468 mm / 18.4” 490 mm / 19.3” the sniper trail is designed around the use of a single chain Stack: 570 mm / 22.45” 575 mm / 22.6” 584 mm / 23”...
exploded view and b.o.m. S N I P E R u s e r m a n u a l...
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ITEM PART ITEM PART ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY. TORQUE SPEC. ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY. TORQUE SPEC. NUMBER NUMBER 4 Nm / Bearing Cap 130765 Top Link Bearing Cap Seat Collar 340343 Bolt-On Seat Clamp 35.5 in-lbs Bolt Main Pivot 7 Nm / Bolt Main Pivot 130791 BHCS...
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 T H E L O W E R L I N K T O F R O N T T R I A N G L E // Holding top link (#130823) as oriented Using upper pivot axle (#130828), insert Holding the lower link (#130854), use...
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C O N N E C T I N G R E A R T R I A N G L E T O L O W E R L I N K // C O N N E C T I N G R E A R T R I A N G L E T O T O P L I N K // Put a small dab of grease on the Insert greased main pivot bolt Put a small dab of grease on the...
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I N S TA L L I N G R E A R S H O C K // INSTALLING DERAILLEUR HANGER // Holding the shock with the shaft and Put a small dab of grease on the bearing Apply a thin layer of grease to the Install derailleur hanger nut (#130827) eyelet pointing towards the front of the spacer (#130832) and place on inside...
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S H O C K T O R Q U E P R O C E D U R E // T O P L I N K T O R Q U E P R O C E D U R E // Using a 5mm hex key and a 5mm hex Using a 5mm hex bit on a torque First step here is to tighten the top link...
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L O W E R L I N K T O R Q U E P R O C E D U R E P T.1 // L O W E R L I N K T O R Q U E P R O C E D U R E P T. 2 // Using a 8mm hex bit on a torque Next install the cone spacer (#130807) Using a 6mm hex wrench and a 5mm hex bit on a torque wrench, tighten the pivot axle...
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R E A R A X L E A S S E M B LY // Insert QR 148x12mm rear axle Align and start the axle thread. (IMAGE Tip lever back over until parallel with axle and push back in until flush (IMAGE #33 (#130846) into axle opening on non-drive #31) then, grab the tips of the silver bar and #34).
set up seatpost P R E F A C E // We are almost ready to rip. Just a few more checkpoints and adjustments to ensure the performance and ride characteristics of the Sniper is optimised for you. Tools needed •...
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setting the sag While suspension Release compression. is compressed on Measure gap from fork or rear shock, o-ring to seal lip. Remove fork and shock air caps and be sure you have a shock slide o-ring down pump and a small ruler or measuring device handy. against the seal lip of damper body.
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Sniper XC Travel 100mm shock setup Shock StRoke 40mm Shock Sag 30% when sitting on the bike Fork Sag fox float dps 15-25% when sitting on the bike 165 x 40mm SHOCK: Float DPS Performance Elite trail 165 x 45mm SHOCK: Float DPS Factory RIDER WEIGHT(LBS/KGS)
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Sniper trail Travel 120mm Shock StRoke 45mm Shock Sag 30% when sitting on the bike Fork Sag 15-25% when sitting on the bike SHOCK: Float DPS Performance Elite SHOCK: Float DPS Factory RIDER WEIGHT(LBS/KGS) SPRING (PSI) Rebound (Clicks Out) 100 lbs/ 45 kgs...
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.
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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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