Intense Cycles Tracer T275 Carbon, 275 mountain bike User manual

user manual

tracer T275 carbon

Tracer 275

Welcome to the family

AT IN T E N S E , W E H AV E ONE G O A L - TO P R OV ID E T H E R ID E O F YOUR L IF E .

Our team of designers, engineers and product experts are focused on one thing every day: your experience on the bike. We build bikes that are as thrilling to look at as they are to ride, and we build them for the select few of you who understand the difference and refuse to settle for anything else.

From the early days of Intense, when founder Jeff Steber worked alone in his garage to today, where a crew of talented people work in a Temecula, CA factory, Intense has been a brand built on passion by forward thinkers who, even today, love nothing more than to throw a leg over a sweet bike and head out for a rip. We’re so glad you’ve joined us.

Welcome to Intense, we hope it’s the ride of your life.

T H E T R AC E R 2 7 5

The Tracer family has represented Intense Cycles in the Trail/Enduro category for the last ten years. The newest generation of Tracers, which features the 275 wheel size, has been in development since 2012 and embodies a perfect balance of beauty and aggression while delivering an unprecedented ride quality.

Designed with a slack head angle, low bottom bracket and short chainstays, the new

Tracers lead the industry in modern trail geometry, providing smooth pedaling and stable performance, with a look only available from Intense.

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frame features

Geometry 5

4

exploded view and b.o.m.

Assembly 8

6

torque chart 12

setup 13

maintenance 16

registration 19

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frame features / spec

frame Features //

• Adjustable Travel – 5 3/4˝ or 6 1/4˝ (145mm or 160mm)

• 27.5 wheel size

• Patented VPP Suspension Technology

• Tapered Head Tube

• ISCG 05 Mounts

• Internal Cable Routing for dropper posts

• Monocoque Front Triangle (t275C only)

• Modern Trail Geometry

• Integrated 142X12 dropouts

• Integrated Internal Cable Routing System (T275c) / External cable (t275)

• Angular Contact Bearing / Collet 15MM Axle System with replaceable Grease Zerks

• FLack GuaRD Chain stay & Down tube Protection

component spec //

• Fork – accepts 1.125" straight steer or 1.125"/1.5" tapered steer,

160mm Travel, 552mm lower leg length, 42mm offset

• Shock – 200mm x 57mm (7.875” x 2.25”), 22mm x 6mm and 30mm x 6mm reducers

• Front derailleur – Direct Mount, top pull

• Seat post – 31.6mm

• Headset – zero stack 44 upper / external cup 49 lower

• BOTTOM BRACKET - Press Fit bb92 (T275C) / THREADED 73MM (T275)

• rear Axle – 142mm x 12mm TA

• Brake Mount – international standard for 160mm rotor

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Geometry

GEOMETRY NOTEs

GEOMETRY TAKEN AT TOP OUT WITH 552MM

FORK LENGTH AND 42MM FORK OFFSET.

F

B

D

G

K

A

B

E

F

G

H

C

D

J

K

I

L

Wheel Base

Top Tube Length (HOR)

Chain Stay Length

Head Tube Length

Head Tube Angle

Reach

Stack

BB Height

Seat Tube Angle (Effective)

Seat Tube Angle (Actual)

Seat Tube Length

Standover Height

I J

E

C

A

H L

SMALL

1124 mm / 44.25”

560 mm / 22”

432 mm / 17”

100 mm / 4”

66.5˚

395 mm / 15.5”

594 mm / 23.4”

343 mm / 13.5”

74.5˚

70.5˚

395 mm / 15.5”

792 mm / 31.2”

MEDIUM

1149 mm / 45.25”

585 mm / 23”

432 mm / 17”

114 mm / 4.5”

66.5˚

416 mm / 16.4”

609 mm / 24.0”

343 mm / 13.5”

74.5˚

70.5˚

445 mm / 17.5”

798 mm / 31.4”

LARGE

1175 mm / 46.25”

616 mm / 24.25”

432 mm / 17”

125 mm / 5”

66.5˚

445 mm / 17.5”

618 mm / 24.3”

343 mm / 13.5”

74.5˚

70.5˚

485 mm / 19”

802 mm / 31.5”

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XLarge

1200 mm / 47.25”

641 mm / 25.25”

432 mm / 17”

125 mm / 5”

66.5˚

470 mm / 18.5”

618 mm / 24.3”

343 mm / 13.5”

74.5˚

70.5˚

540 mm / 21.25”

803 mm / 31.6”

32

18

24

18

24

18

22

20

24

33

24

31

6

22

exploded view

15

19

and b.o.m.

3

10

28

8

7

8

34

29

26

24 8

1

25

16

30

21

23 4 12

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21

5

27

2

17

14

14

17

9

11

13

Rear Axle

Spacer

Hanger

Bolt Main Pivot

Hanger Bolt

Plug

Ring

Bumper

Clip Plastic

Guide Plastic

ITEM

Derailler Mount

Cover

Box Link

Top Link

Cone Adjuster

Bearing Cap

Axle Upper

Washer

Bolt Shoulder

13

16

17

18

14

15

9

10

11

12

7

8

2

3

4

5

6

ITEM

NO.

1

130786

130789

130790

130791

130792

140004

140005

140006

310001

310004

PART

NUMBER

130209

130770

130771T

130777

130778

130780

130784

130785

DESCRIPTION

For Single Chain Ring Setup

Forged Lower Link

Forged Top Link

Main Pivot Expander Cone

Main Pivot Bearing Cap

Top Link Pivot Axle

Top Link Pivot Lower Washer

Top Link Pivot Bolt

142 x 12mm Wheel Axle Kit

Top Link Pivot Upper Spacer

Derailleur Hanger Forged Blk

Main Pivot 1.5t

Expander Bolt Blk

Derailleur Hanger Bolt

Box Link Pivot Plug

Ring Cock 1.5265 Blk

Box Link Bumper

Snap-on Cable Guide Single

Bolt-on Cable Guide Single

1

1

2

2

1

3

1

2

1

2

1

2

4

1

1

1

2

3

QTY.

TORQUE SPEC.

N/A

N/A

7 Nm /

60 in-lbs

11 Nm /

100 in-lbs

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

20 Nm /

175 in-lbs

N/A

20 Nm /

175 in-lbs

11 Nm /

100 in-lbs

N/A

ITEM

Seat Collar

Shock

Zerk Fitting

SHCS M6 x 40

SHCS M6 x 22

BHCS M5 X 12

FHCS M6 x 12

Bearing 6901

Bearing 7902

Bearing 6802

Guard Flack CS

Guard Flack DT

Decal California

Bear

Head Badge

Front Triangle

Rear Triangle

30

31

32

33

34

28

29

22

23

ITEM

NO.

19

20

21

24

25

26

27

PART

NUMBER

346939

365000

401011

410002

410009

410010

410037

430001

430007

430008

500187

500189

500300

500335

DESCRIPTION

QR 34.9 Blk

Rear Shock 7.875 x 2.25

M6 x 1.0

Shock Bolt,

Socket Head, M6 x 40

Cone Adjuster Bolt,

Socket Head, M6 x 22

Guide Bolt,

Button Head, M5 X 12

Derailleur Mount Cover Bolt,

Flat Head, M6 x 12

12 x 24 x 6 2RS Radial Bearing

15 x 28 x 7 2RS

MAX Angular Contact Bearing

15 x 24 x 5 2RS

MAX Radial Bearing

Flack Guard

Tracer 275C Chain Stay

Flack Guard

Tracer 275C Down Tube

Decal California Bear

Head Badge Flame Logo

Carbon, 4 Sizes

Carbon, 1 Size

1

2

QTY.

TORQUE SPEC.

1

1

2

2

2

5

N/A

N/A

5 Nm /

40 in-lbs

7 Nm /

60 in-lbs

14 Nm /

125 in-lbs

6 Nm /

54 in-lbs

7 Nm /

60 in-lbs

N/A

4 N/A

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

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Assembly

P R E FAC 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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious bodily injury or death.

Tools needed

• High Grade, waterproof grease

(Maxima Waterproof Grease recommended)

• Blue Loctite #243

• 5mm HEX wrench x2

• 8mm HEX wrench

Recommendation

use Grease on lower linkage bolts only. use loctite on upper linkage bolts, dropout bolts and hanger bolt.

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2

1 3 4 5

C ONNE C T ING TOP L INK TO F R ON T T R I A NGL E //

A

Holding top link (#130771) with shock mount pointed forward; hold upper spacer (#130789) against inside of bearing race.

B

Match upper linkage to pivot point on top tube, making sure that spacers do not fall out (IMAGE #1).

C

Using upper pivot axle (#130780), insert through non-drive side of top link bearing and push through to drive side bearing making sure spacers do not fall out. Then, apply loctite #243 to bolt

(#130785) as well as upper axle threads, and thread bolt into axle from drive side using 5mm HEX wrench (IMAGE #2).

D

Holding 5mm HEX wrench on nondrive side upper axle, insert torque wrench into bolt on drive side and tighten to 20 Nm / 175 in-lbs

(IMAGE #3).

C ONNE C T ING B OX L INK TO F R ON T T R I A NGL E //

A

Hold bearing cap (#130778) with rounded edge facing outwards against bearings on linkage piece (IMAGE #4).

See exploded view on page 6 for linkage orientation.

B

Match link to front triangle pivot point and insert main pivot expander bolt with greased threads (#130791) through non-drive side of box link, holding bearing caps in place (IMAGE #5). Use

8mm HEX to install and torque bolt to

7 Nm / 60 in-lbs.

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6 8

7 9 10

C O N N E C T I N G R E A R T R I A N G L E T O

B OX L INK //

A

Follow previous steps to connect rear triangle to box link (IMAGE #6 & 7).

C O N N E C T I N G R E A R T R I A N G L E T O

TOP L INK //

A

Insert shoulder bolts (#130785) through seat stay bearings. Hold lower top link washer (#130784) against inside race of seat stay bearing on top of shoulder bolt threads (IMAGE #8).

B

Apply loctite #243 to female threads of top link (#130771). Match shoulder bolts to top link threads and tighten shoulder bolts to 20 Nm / 175 in-lbs making sure that each washer is in place between bearing and linkage (IMAGE #9).

IN S TA L L ING R E A R S H OC K //

A

Using rear shock, match forward end to forward shock mount and install M6x40mm bolt (#410002) through drive side of frame (IMAGE #10). Do not tighten.

B

Match rear end of shock to desired travel setting (see below) on upper linkage and install M6x40mm bolt (#410002) through non-drive side of linkage.

C

Tighten both M6x40mm (#410002) shock bolts in small increments until you reach approximately 7 Nm / 60 in-lbs.

adjustable travel

the upper linkage of both the t275 and

T275C models feature dual mounting positions which allow you to choose between 160mm and 145mm rear travel. for more information see the set up guide on page 13.

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11 15

12 13 14 16

INSTA L L ING A D JU S T E R C ONE S //

A

Grease and insert cone adjuster

(#130777) into head of main pivot expander bolt (#130791) with M6x22mm bolt (#410009) inserted through cone adjuster

(IMAGE #11 & 12).

B Tighten M6x22mm bolt (#410009) with

5mm HEX and torque to 14 Nm / 125 in-lbs

(IMAGE #13).

INSTALLING DERAILL EUR H A NGER //

A

Grease outer edges of derailleur hanger (#130790) and add loctite #243 to threads of hanger bolt (#130792)

(IMAGE #14).

B

Insert hanger (#130790) into frame opening on drive side and match with hanger bolt (#130792), threading bolt into hanger. Torque to 11 Nm / 100 in-lbs

(IMAGE #15 & 16).

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7 Nm / 60 in-lbs

torque chart

torque

Achieving proper torque is vital to ensuring the safe performance and function of the T275 and T275C frames.

Failure to do so could result in suboptimal performance of your frame as well as premature wear and tear of individual parts.

additional reference

In addition to this chart, all torque values are laser etched onto corresponding hardware for your reference.

M8 HEX 7 Nm / 60 in-lbs

M5 HEX 14 Nm / 125 in-lbs

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20 Nm / 175 in-lbs

7 Nm / 60 in-lbs

20 Nm / 175 in-lbs

M8 HEX 7 Nm / 60 in-lbs

M5 HEX 14 Nm / 125 in-lbs

11 Nm / 100 in-lbs

set up

seatpost

make sure to insert seat post at least

4” into the main frame. Anything less than this amount could cause damage to the frame or even failure.

adjustable travel

upper mount: 160mm lower mount: 145mm inserted a t should b rame

” e

shock setup

cane creek db air

MY SETTINGS

RIDING WEIGHT

SHOCK AND STROKE LENGTH

SAG (Base Tune Recommendation: 16mm)

SPRING RATE / AIR PRESSURE

HSC [

HIGH SPEED COMPRESSION

]

PLUSH

0

TURNS

1.25

*

LSC [

LOW SPEED COMPRESSION

]

SUPPLE

0

CLICKS

HSR [

HIGH SPEED REBOUND

]

12

*

LIVELY POP

0

TURNS

LSR [

LOW SPEED REBOUND

]

2

*

PLUSH

0

CLICKS

12

*

TURNS

4

RESISTS

BOTTOMING

CLICKS

25

PEDAL

EFFICIENCY

TURNS

4

G-OUT

CONTROL

CLICKS

25

FIRM

* Cane Creek Base Tune Recommendation: Tracer 275 / T275C

set up and tune

proper set up and tuning can vary from shock to shock. Please consult the cane creek manual included with your bike for complete information about set up, tuning and general maintenance or visit www.canecreek.com/products/suspension

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shock setup

Rock Shox Monarch Plus RC3

set up and tune

proper set up and tuning can vary from shock to shock. Please consult the rockshox manual included with your bike for complete information about set up, tuning and general maintenance or visit www.sram.com/ rockshox/products

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Travel

Shock Stoke

Shock Sag

Fork Sag

SHOCK

RIDER WEIGHT(LBS/KGS)

100 lbs / 45 kgs

110 lbs / 50 kgs

120 lbs / 54 kgs

130 lbs / 59 kgs

140 lbs / 63.5 kgs

150 lbs / 68 kgs

160 lbs / 72.57 kgs

170 lbs / 77.11 kgs

180 lbs / 81.65 kgs

190 lbs / 86.18 kgs

200 lbs / 90.72 kgs

210 lbs / 95.25 kgs

220 lbs / 99.79 kgs

230 lbs / 140.33 kgs

240 lbs / 108.86 kgs

250 lbs / 113.40 kgs

260 lbs / 117.93 kgs

270 lbs / 122.50 kgs

280 lbs / 127.00 kgs

290 lbs / 131.54 kgs

300 lbs / 136.08 kgs

145 mm 160 mm

SPRING (PSI)

109

117

124

131

139

146

153

161

168

175

227

234

242

249

256

183

190

198

205

212

220

57 mm

20% when sitting on the bike

25-30% when sitting on the bike

Rock Shox Monarch Plus RC3 200x57mm High Volume MM Tune

REBOUND (clicks out)

1 to 2

3 to 4

5 to 6

SPRING (PSI)

112

121

129

137

145

154

162

170

179

187

245

253

262

270

278

195

204

212

220

228

237

REBOUND (clicks out)

1 to 2

3 to 4

5 to 6

shock setup

FOX Shox Evolution, FLOAT CTD ADJ

set up and tune

proper set up and tuning can vary from shock to shock. Please consult the Fox manual included with your bike for complete information about set up, tuning and general maintenance or visit www.foxracingshox.com

Travel

Shock Stoke

Shock Sag

Fork Sag

SHOCK

RIDER WEIGHT(LBS/KGS)

100 lbs / 45 kgs

110 lbs / 50 kgs

120 lbs / 54 kgs

130 lbs / 59 kgs

140 lbs / 63.5 kgs

150 lbs / 68 kgs

160 lbs / 72.57 kgs

170 lbs / 77.11 kgs

180 lbs / 81.65 kgs

190 lbs / 86.18 kgs

200 lbs / 90.72 kgs

210 lbs / 95.25 kgs

220 lbs / 99.79 kgs

230 lbs / 140.33 kgs

240 lbs / 108.86 kgs

250 lbs / 113.40 kgs

260 lbs / 117.93 kgs

270 lbs / 122.50 kgs

280 lbs / 127.00 kgs

290 lbs / 131.54 kgs

300 lbs / 136.08 kgs

145 mm 160 mm

57 mm

20% when sitting on the bike

25-30% when sitting on the bike

FOX Shox Evolution, FLOAT CTD ADJ, 200x57 mm Tracer 275 Custom Tune

SPRING (PSI)

96

103

109

115

122

128

135

141

148

154

199

205

212

218

225

160

167

173

180

186

193

REBOUND (clicks out)

3 to 4

5 to 6

7 to 8

SPRING (PSI)

114

120

127

133

140

146

153

159

166

172

218

224

231

237

244

179

185

192

198

205

211

REBOUND (clicks out)

3 to 4

5 to 6

7 to 8

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maintenance

GE NE R A L S E RV IC E A ND C A R E //

You have purchased a high performance bicycle which requires a certain level of service and maintenance to sustain the level of performance your frame was designed around.

Proper care will also ensure the bike is safe to ride at all levels. It is important to read and understand the carbon care information as well as follow the maintenance schedule and inspect your bicycle before each ride. These will not only help to limit or avoid costly repairs but will also help to avoid injury due to service neglect and component failure.

t275C carbon care

Intense Cycles employs advanced composite techniques and materials in our frames which do require a certain level of care and maintenance to ensure a safe experience at the high level of performance each frame is designed around. Not following these guidelines will decrease the level of performance and possibly cause injury or death.

• Use a soft cloth with warm soapy water to clean the carbon surfaces. Do not use abrasive cloths or cleaners.

• Be sure all frame surfaces in contact with cables are protected. Cable housing rubbing on carbon can wear over time.

• Be sure brake levers, handle bar ends and the fork crown do not contact the frame at full rotation.

• Never clamp any part of a carbon frame in a bike stand or car rack.

• Always inspect your frame if you experience any chain suck. Intense frames come equipped with steel chain suck plates but damage can still be done in the event of chain suck.

• Always inspect your frame in full after a crash to be sure there is no damage. 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.

• Never ream or face a carbon frame.

• Be sure to follow all recommended torque settings.

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maintenance Schedule*

500 Miles or

1 Month

Action Every Ride

Tires

Check air pressure, inspect tread and sidewalls for tears and punctures X

X

X

Chain

Brakes

General

Headset

Brush off and lubricate

Squeeze brakes and confirm function

Clean complete bike of mud and debris

Check adjustment

Box Link

Add grease thru zerk fittings

Frame Pivots

Check torques

Spokes

Inspect for damage, check tension

Shock and Fork

Check air pressure, inspect for leaks

Deraileur Cables

Inspect and lube

Seatpost

Clean and regrease interface with frame

Frame Pivots

Remove pivot bolts, check bearings for pitting and wear

Headset

Disassemble stem, headset and fork. Check bearings for pitting and wear

Hubs

Bottom Bracket

Pull wheels off, check hub bearings for pitting and wear

Remove crank arms and check BB bearings for pitting and wear

Replace brake pads

Brakes

Chain

General

Shock and Fork

Inspect for damage and check for stretching

Complete Tune-Up

Overhaul

X

X

X

X

X

X

2000 Miles or 6

Months

See MFG Recommendations

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

4000 Miles or

1 Year

X

*

THE ABOVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE IS ONLY A GUIDELINE. refer to COMPONENT MANUFACTURER FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION ON MAINTAINING THEIR PARTS.

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registration

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