2014 Rumor
4.5
2 Reviews
The Rumor is true, the ultimate women’s full-suspension trail bike has arrived. From…
Product Details
The Rumor is true, the ultimate women’s full-suspension trail bike has arrived. From flowing singletrack trails to technical terrain, the Rumor is designed and engineered to give active-lifestyle riders the best-fitting and most-capable bike in the sport. With 110mm of FSR suspension and dialed geometry, the Rumor puts riders in complete control of their summertime mountain adventures.
All-new M5 manipulated alloy, 110mm-travel frame with Women's XC Trail 29er Geometry and tubesets, tapered headtube, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, and DMD derailleur mount makes this one tough and lightweight trail machine
X-Fusion RL air shock features a custom tune for a supple yet efficient ride. Utilize the lockout for maximum efficiency on smooth surfaces
SR Suntour XCR 29 fork features women's spring weights for optimum traction and 110mm of trail smoothing suspension. Lockout comes in handy on long fire road climbs
Tektro Draco 2 hydraulic disc brakes with women's shorter reach levers and Light Wave rotors create increased control and superior stopping power for more confident descents
The 9-speed Shimano drivetrain features the Shadow rear derailleur for smooth shifting and has increased clearance from trail obstacles
Specialized Body Geometry Riva Comp Women's saddle features patented Body Geometry design for increased comfort
Technical Specifications
FRAMESET
FRAME
Specialized Rumor M5 hydroformed alloy frame, Women's XC Trail 29er Geometry and tubesets, tapered headtube, Command Post routing, DMD mounts, SRAM FD adapter, 110mm travel
HEADSET
1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper w/ 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings, alloy flush top bearings cap
SEAT BINDER
Specialized 7050 hard anodized alloy, QR, 34.9mm
SUSPENSION
REAR SHOCK
X-Fusion RL, custom tune, rebound adj., 197x48mm
FORK
SR Suntour XCR 29, custom women's spring weights, lockout, rebound adj., 110mm travel
WHEELS
RIMS
Custom for SBC, alloy disc, 24mm wide, 32h
FRONT HUB
Specialized disc, OS28 end caps, sealed cartridge bearings, 5mm QR, 32h
REAR HUB
Specialized Hi Lo disc, 4x-sealed cartridge bearings, 12mm thru-axle, 32h
SPOKES
Stainless, 14g (2.0mm)
FRONT TIRE
Specialized Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"", aramid bead, 60TPI
REAR TIRE
Specialized Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.1"", aramid bead, 60TPI
INNER TUBES
Ultralight presta valve
DRIVETRAIN
FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano SLX M660, E-type for DMD, top-swing, bottom-pull
REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano Deore Shadow M592, 9-speed, SGS long cage
SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano Alivio, 9-speed, trigger
CASSETTE
Shimano CS-HG20, 9-speed, 11-34
CHAIN
KMC X9, nickel plate, reusable Missing Link
CRANKSET
Shimano Alivio, Octalink spline, replaceable rings, S/M: 170mm, L: 175mm
BOTTOM BRACKET
Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink spline, cartridge bearings, 73mm shell
COCKPIT
SADDLE
Specialized Body Geometry Riva Comp Women's, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 155mm
SEATPOST
Specialized 6061 alloy, micro-adjust setback, 2-bolt, 30.9mm, S/M: 350mm, L: 400mm
STEM
Specialized XC Trail, 6061 alloy, 4-bolt, 8-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
HANDLEBARS
Specialized XC flat bar, 6061 butted alloy, 680mm wide, 10mm rise, 4-degree backsweep, 5-degree upsweep, 31.8mm
GRIPS
Specialized Sip Grip, regular thickness
BRAKES
FRONT BRAKE
Tektro Draco 2, alloy-backed ceramic pads, Light Wave rotor, 160mm rotor
REAR BRAKE
Tektro Draco 2, alloy-backed ceramic pads, Light Wave rotor, 160mm rotor
BRAKE LEVERS
Tektro Draco 2, hydraulic lever, women's shorter reach
ACCESSORIES
PEDALS
Alloy platform, 9/16""
* 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.
Geometry
| S | M | L | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground-Top | 926mm | 932mm | 941mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height - Low Setting | 331mm | 331mm | 331mm |
| Top Tube Length (Horizontal) | 545mm | 570mm | 595mm |
| Head Tube Height | 94mm | 100mm | 110mm |
| Head Tube Angle - Low Setting | 70° | 70° | 70° |
| Seat Tube Angle (Actual) - Low Setting | 70° | 70° | 70° |
| Seat Tube Angle (Effective) - Low Setting | 75.09° | 74.78° | 74.66° |
| Top Tube Length (Actual) | 517mm | 536mm | 559mm |
| Seat Tube Length - Center to Top | 387mm | 427mm | 445mm |
| Wheel Base | 1089mm | 1114mm | 1139mm |
| Standover Height | 706mm | 709mm | 710mm |
| Stack | 595mm | 600mm | 610mm |
| Reach | 388mm | 411mm | 433mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450mm | 450mm | 450mm |
| Crank Length | 165mm | 170mm | 175mm |
| Handlebar Width | 680mm | 680mm | 680mm |
| Stem Length | 60mm | 75mm | 75mm |
| Seatpost Length | 350mm | 350mm | 350mm |
Rider Reviews
4.5
2 Reviews