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Status II
A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension downhill bike with upper mid-range components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 200 / 200mm |
| Fork | RockShox Domain |
| Shock | Fox Van Performance |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 9 |
| Groupset | X7, X5 |
| Brakes | Avid Hydraulic Disc |
158cm – 170cm
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Summary
The Specialized Status is celebrated for its phenomenal performance and affordability, making it a standout in the downhill category. Its well-designed frame and predictable FSR linkage suspension offer a balanced and smooth ride, though some reviews note limitations with budget components. The bike excels in bike parks and on jump trails, with a geometry that appeals to both novices and experts.
Affordable price
Phenomenal bike performance
Well-designed frame
Predictable FSR linkage
Great suspension
Budget end shock and fork
Not the lightest bike
Brakes could be more powerful
The Specialized Status II may not offer the bling factor of some other steeds in this category, but it’ll line up and smoke bikes that cost twice as much.
BIKE MagazineThe Status 2 thrives in the bike park, whether hucking drops or searching for flow on jump trails.
BikeRadarWithout sounding too gushy, this is one fantastic bike.
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Aug 2013 · Dirt HQ
Without sounding too gushy, the Specialized Status is one fantastic bike. It’s not just a lot of bike for the money – it’s a lot of bike full–stop...
Jun 2013
Specialized's Status II is one of the most affordable DH bikes on the market, but it’s not just a bargain—it’s a phenomenal bike at any price.
Sept 2011 · Matt Pacocha
Safe, stable and dependable, but the budget fork and lack of rear end stiffness make it more of a park bike than a true downhill racer
| Frame | M4 hydroformed tubing, 1.5"" forged HT, ISCG mounts, 135mm rear spacing, full cartridge bearing pivots, 200mm travel |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Domain Dual Crown R, coil spring, alloy steerer, rebound adj. 20mm Maxle DH thru-axle, 200mm travel Travel: 200mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Shock | Fox Van RC, coil w/piggy back, compression and rebound adj. 8.75x2.75"", S:450, M:500, L:550 Travel: 200mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaExo, sealed outboard cartridge bearing for Moto-X crank, 73mm shell |
| Headset | Semi-integrated alloy cups for 1.5"" HT and 1-1/8"" steerer, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized Direct-Mount stem, 40mm length, 31.8mm, 4-bolt, forged |
| Handlebar | Specialized Demo low-rise bar, 6061 alloy, 750mm wide, 9º backsweep, 6º upsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Specialized DH, 8mm steel rails |
| Seatpost | 6061 alloy, two bolt micro adjust, no offset, 30.9mm, 300mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Alloy platform, 9/16"" |
| Grips | Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X7, 9-speed, short cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | FSA Gravity Moto-X MegaExo, forged solid arms, 165mm, w/Status guide |
| Shifters | SRAM X5, 9-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-950, 9-speed, 11-28t |
| Chain | SRAM 9-speed w/ PowerLink |
| Brakes | Front: Avid Elixir 5, hydraulic disc, metallic pad, HS-1 rotor, 200mm rotor, Rear: Avid Elixir 5, hydraulic disc, metallic pad, HS-1 rotor, 180mm rotor Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid Elixir 5 hydraulic |
| Rims | P-Disc, 32mm, 36h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless, 2.0mm (14g) |
| Front Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, sealed cartridge bearing, 20mm thru-axle, 36h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, sealed cartridge bearing, 10mm bolt-on, 36h |
| Tires | Front: Specialized Butcher DH, DH casing, wire bead, soft dual-compound, 26x2.3"", Rear: Specialized Butcher DH, DH casing, wire bead, soft dual compound, 26x2.3"" |
First added 9 July
Last updated 9 July
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