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2016 Fuse Expert 6Fattie

4.5

4 Reviews

More volume means more speed. It might be a claim that sounds flipped on its head,…

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More volume means more speed. It might be a claim that sounds flipped on its head, but one ride on the Fuse Expert 6Fattie will have you shouting this sentiment from the rooftops. Our all-new 6Fattie Wheel System puts out more traction, more floatation, and better handling without sacrificing anything to efficiency on climbs. And to solidify itself as a proper trail machine, this Expert iteration of the Fuse places a focus on blending durability with performance. To do so, we spec'd it with strong alloy rims, a bulletproof one-by drivetrain with plenty of hammering and climbing ability, and a plush Manitou fork with 120mm of smooth travel. This Fuse is equally ready to take a beating and to hand one out to the trail.

  • Our Stout XC Pro crankset would be the perfect complement to any one-by drivetrain, but here, its strong alloy construction makes it ideal for power transfer on climbs and the inevitable rock-strike when descending through technical gardens.

  • Custom WTB Scraper i45 wheelset has a fat 45mm width and alloy construction for the perfect blend of speed and strength, which means that you'll experience less deflection, increased traction, and more stability—all at lower tire pressures.

  • 650bx3.0" 6Fattie Ground Control tires feature a perfectly sized contact patch for life-changing levels of traction and control while cornering, all without sacrificing climbing efficiency or descending prowess.

  • M4 Premium Aluminum proved to be the right material for the job, allowing a lightweight, durable frame with a low and slack geometry that's equal parts snappy and efficient on climbs and descents. It also allowed us to incorporate our exclusive Diamond Stay that accommodates the 6Fattie wheels/ tires without compromising on our hallmark short chainstays that provide unrivaled handling and climbing prowess.

  • A Manitou Magnum Comp 650+ fork pairs 100/120mm (size-specific) of smooth travel with adjustable rebound for maximum absorbency over harsh terrain and easy, on-the-fly adjustments to the damping to hit the perfect tune.

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FRAMESET

FRAME

Specialized M4 Premium Aluminum, Trail 6Fattie Geometry, fully-butted w/ smooth welds, tapered head tube, tapered seat tube, forged 160mm disc mounts, 148mm thru-axle dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger

HEADSET

1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, threadless, Campy style, cartridge bearings

SEAT BINDER

Alloy, 31.8mm

SUSPENSION

FORK

Manitou Magnum Comp 650+, S: 100mm travel, M/L/XL: 120mm travel, Absolute+ damper, rebound adjust, tapered steerer, 15x110mm thru-axle, disc mount

WHEELS

RIMS

WTB Scraper i45 650b, double-wall, 45mm inner width, 18mm deep, TCS tubeless compatible, sleeved, 24/28h

FRONT HUB

Specialized Stout XC Pro 110, disc, alloy, cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 24h

REAR HUB

Specialized Stout XC Pro 148, disc, alloy, loose ball bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h

SPOKES

Stainless, butted, 2.0/1.8/2.0mm, black

FRONT TIRE

Specialized 6Fattie Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 650bx3.0""

REAR TIRE

Specialized 6Fattie Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 650bx3.0""

DRIVETRAIN

CASSETTE

Custom Sunrace, wide range, 10-speed, 11-40t

BOTTOM BRACKET

Samox, PF30, sealed cartridge

REAR DERAILLEUR

SRAM GX Type 2.1, 10-speed, long cage

SHIFT LEVERS

SRAM GX, 10-speed, trigger

CHAIN

KMC X10L, 10-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink

CRANKSET

Specialized Stout XC Pro, forged alloy, 148-specific chain line, PF30, alloy spindle, 30T, 76mm BCD spider

COCKPIT

GRIPS

Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness

HANDLEBARS

Specialized Stout XC, flat bar, double-butted 6061 alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 31.8mm

SADDLE

Body Geometry Henge Comp, thin padding, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm

SEATPOST

TranzX YSP03 dropper, internal cable routing, remote lever, 30.9mm, S: 100mm travel, M/L/XL: 120mm travel

STEM

Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise

BRAKES

FRONT BRAKE

SRAM DB3 Trail, 4-piston, semi-metallic pads, 180mm rotor

REAR BRAKE

SRAM DB3, dual piston, semi-metallic pads, 160mm rotor

BRAKE LEVERS

SRAM DB3, hydraulic, reach adjust

ACCESSORIES

PEDALS

Alloy, 1 pc. body, 9/16"", w/ reflectors

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Rider Reviews

4.5

4 Reviews

 

All round champ

Been riding this bike for around a year now, and it has replaced my enduro evo for most trails - excluding black downhill runs. The bike is solid, nimble and handles jumps far better than expected. It powers up hills and is a blast on the downs.


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Byo118

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More Fun.

After owning a Fuse for two years, I can honestly say it is a well built, well outfitted bike that doesn't fit comfortably in any of the typical categories of XC, Trail, or Fat Bike, but it manages to be loads of fun on every trail I've come across. The 27.5 x 3 tires allow aggressive cornering and provide some dampening for the hard tail. The GX components are still operating flawlessly with only minimal adjustment. The geometry is slack enough to tackle moderate downhill and still be comfortable for multi-hour rides. At 120mm, the Manitou fork is mostly sufficient though a different dampening setup would be nice for tougher terrain. I'd only give poor marks to the bottom bracket that I've replaced once due to noise. The Fuse probably won't win many races in its stock form. But if the goal is to have fun, it's a solid choice.


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Jahkobe

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BICI DA AVERE ASSOLUTAMENTE !!!

Ho una Fuse Expert da un paio di anni ed è forse la miglior bici che abbia mai avuto. E' divertentissima, comoda e perfetta per le mie uscite in fuoristrada. Ottima e divertente in discesa, in salita si arrampica senza mai trovare ostacoli. Ha solo bisogno della corretta pressione delle gomme per farla rendere sempre al 100%. Le uniche pecche il peso elevato e le basse velocit? su tratti pianeggianti scorrevoli. Con gomme da 2,8"" le masse in gioco si sentono tutte, ma è assolutamente un vero ""Animale"" da sterrato ! E poi, volendo, basta montare un paio di ruote da 29"" per avere la stessa MTB ma più scorrevole nei tratti con meno fuoristrada. ASSOLUTAMENTE DA AVERE !


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Raia W.

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BICI DA AVERE ASSOLUTAMENTE !!!

Ho una Fuse Expert da un paio di anni ed è forse la miglior bici che abbia mai avuto. E' divertentissima, comoda e perfetta per le mie uscite in fuoristrada. Ottima e divertente in discesa, in salita si arrampica senza mai trovare ostacoli. Ha solo bisogno della corretta pressione delle gomme per farla rendere sempre al 100%. Le uniche pecche il peso elevato e le basse velocità su tratti pianeggianti scorrevoli. Con gomme da 2,8" le masse in gioco si sentono tutte, ma è assolutamente un vero "Animale" da sterrato ! E poi, volendo, basta montare un paio di ruote da 29" per avere la stessa MTB ma più scorrevole nei tratti con meno fuoristrada. ASSOLUTAMENTE DA AVERE !


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Raia W.

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