SPECIALIZED

BICYCLE
OWNER'S MANUAL
APPENDIX A SUPPLEMENT

2015 RIDER/BIKE WEIGHT LIMITS

AND TERRAIN CONDITIONS

2015 APPENDIX A SUPPLEMENT

INTRODUCTION
This Appendix A manual supplement is designed as an annual addition to the Appendix A section found in the Specialized Bicycle Owners
Manual. This appendix is designed to help the rider differentiate between frame structural weight limits and braking distance weight limits.
Each bike model is designed and tested to support a structural weight limit, which includes a cargo weight limit. As the weight of the rider
approaches the structural weight limit of the bike, the allowable cargo weight might be reduced. For example, a bike may have a 55lb cargo
weight limit, but if the weight of the rider is too close to the bike's structural weight limit, the rider may only be allowed to carry a smaller
amount of cargo or no cargo at all. See following page for model-specific example and graphs.

STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT

CARGO
WEIGHT

RIDER WEIGHT
0

25

50

75

100

125

150

175

200

225

250

275

300

Additionally, CEN (European Committee for Standardization) has braking distance weight limits, which require that the combined weight
of the rider and cargo can be stopped within a specified distance. Exceeding the max weight per CEN braking standards does not mean that
the bike will not stop, but that it might not stop within the distance specified by CEN.
The following information contains structural weight limits for frames, as well as recommended weight limits based on CEN standards for
safe stopping distances. This information will also help determine if the rider and cargo weights are within the weight limits outlined in the
Bike Model / Rider Weight Table (pages 5-6).
UNDERSTANDING WEIGHT LIMITS

FRAME STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMITS

Structural weight limits for each bike are determined by Specialized Bicycles through extensive lab testing, and are listed in the Bike Model / Rider
Weight Table.
STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT: The maximum weight (rider and cargo) a bike can physically support.
This limit is different from the MAX WEIGHT PER CEN BRAKING STANDARDS (see below).

RIDER WEIGHT: The weight of the rider in riding gear (e.g., jacket, helmet cam, hydration pack, helmet, etc.).

CARGO WEIGHT: The weight of any additional accessories (e.g., panniers, rear racks, saddle bags, handlebar bags, baskets,
etc.) not accounted for in Rider Weight.
CARGO WEIGHT LIMIT: The maximum cargo weight a bike has been tested to support structurally.
TOTAL WEIGHT: The sum of Rider Weight and Cargo Weight.

MAX WEIGHT PER CEN BRAKING STANDARDS

Each bike model is tested to determine the maximum amount of weight (combined weight of Rider and Cargo) that can be applied to a bike
and the capability to stop the bike within a prescribed distance.
In situations where the weight limit for CEN braking standards does not exceed the structural weight limit, the maximum allowable weight limit is
determined by the braking limit. In all other cases, the maximum allowable weight limit is determined by the structural weight limit.

DETERMINING MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT LIMITS

1. Find your bike in the Bike Model / Rider Weight Table.
2. Lookup the cargo weight limit and the Maximum Allowable Weight Limit of the bike model.
3. Determine the rider weight, which includes all riding gear.
4. Determine the cargo weight, which includes the weight of any additional accessories.
5. .Substract the rider weight from the recommended max weight. The result is the amount the rider is allowed for cargo weight, up to the cargo
weight limit prescribed for the bike model.
EXAMPLE: HARDROCK (Maximum Allowable Weight Limit = 300lb / 136kg. Cargo Weight Limit = 55lb / 25kg)
STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT

CARGO
WEIGHT

RIDER WEIGHT
0

25

50

75

100

125

150

175

200

225

250

275

300

Rider (255lb) + cargo (20lb) =275lb

Total weight ok
STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT

CARGO
WEIGHT

RIDER WEIGHT
0

25

50

75

100

125

Rider (245lb) + cargo (55lb) = 300lb

Total weight ok

150

175

200

225

250

275

300

STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT

CARGO
WEIGHT
RIDER WEIGHT
0

25

50

75

100

125

150

175

200

225

250

275

290
300

275

300

Rider (290lb) + cargo (10lb) =300lb

Total weight ok
RIDE AT

STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT

CARGO
WEIGHT
RIDER WEIGHT
0

25

50

75

100

125

150

175

210
200
225

250

OWN RISK

Rider (210lb) + cargo (65lb) = 275lb

Total too heavy. Cargo weight exceeds cargo weight limit and has to be reduced.

RIDE AT

STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT

CARGO
WEIGHT

RIDER WEIGHT
0

OWN RISK

25

50

75

100

125

150

175

200

225

250

275

310
300

225

250

275

310
300

Rider (255lb) + cargo (55lb) = (310lb)

Total too heavy. Rider and/or cargo weight has to be reduced.

RIDE AT

STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT

RIDER WEIGHT
0

OWN RISK

25

50

75

100

125

Rider (310lb) + no cargo = 310lb

Rider weight exceed structural weight limit

150

175

200

INTENDED USE OF YOUR BICYCLE

WARNING: Understand your bike and its intended use. Choosing the wrong bicycle for your purpose can be hazardous. Using
your bike the wrong way is dangerous.
No single type of bicycle is suited for all purposes. Your retailer can help you pick the right tool for the job and help you understand its
limitations. There are many types of bicycles and many variations within each type. There are many types of mountain, road, racing, hybrid,
touring, cyclocross and tandem bicycles.
There are also bicycles that mix features. For example, there are road/racing bikes with triple cranks. These bikes have the low gearing of a
touring bike, the quick handling of a racing bike, but are not well suited for carrying heavy loads on a tour, for which, you want a touring bike.
Within each of type of bicycle, one can optimize the bicycle for certain purposes. Visit your bicycle shop and find someone with expertise
in the area that interests you. Do your own homework. Seemingly small changes such as the choice of tires can improve or diminish the
performance of a bicycle for a certain purpose.
On the following pages, we generally outline the intended uses of all bike types and, based in part on max weight per CEN braking
standards, we specify the maximum rider weights by bike family/model.
Industry usage conditions are generalized and evolving. Consult your dealer about how you intend to use your bike.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE ROAD

CONDITION 1: Bikes designed for riding on a paved surface where the tires do not lose ground contact.
INTENDED: To be ridden on paved roads only.
NOT INTENDED: For off-road, cyclocross, or touring with racks or panniers.

TRADE OFF: Material use is optimized to deliver both light weight and specific performance. You must understand
that (1) these types of bikes are intended to give an aggressive racer or competitive cyclist a performance advantage
over a relatively short product life, (2) a less aggressive rider will enjoy longer frame life, (3) you are choosing light weight
(shorter frame life) over more frame weight and a longer frame life, (4) you are choosing light weight over more dent
resistant or rugged frames that weigh more. All frames that are very light need frequent inspection. These frames are
likely to be damaged or broken in a crash. They are not designed to take abuse or be a rugged workhorse. See also Appendix B.
GENERAL PURPOSE RIDING

CONDITION 2: Bikes designed for riding Condition 1, plus smooth gravel roads and improved trails with
moderate grades where the tires do not lose ground contact.
INTENDED: For paved roads, gravel or dirt roads that are in good condition, and bike paths.
NOT INTENDED: For off-road or mountain bike use, or for any kind of jumping. Some of these bikes have
suspension features, but these features are designed to add comfort, not off-road capability. Some come with
relatively wide tires that are well suited to gravel or dirt paths. Some come with relatively narrow tires that are best
suited to faster riding on pavement. If you ride on gravel or dirt paths, carry heavier loads or want more tire durability
talk to your dealer about wider tires.
CYCLO-CROSS

CONDITION 2: Bikes designed for riding Condition 1, plus smooth gravel roads and improved trails with
moderate grades where the tires do not lose ground contact.
INTENDED: For cyclo-cross riding, training and racing. Cyclo-cross involves riding on a variety of terrain and
surfaces including dirt or mud surfaces. Cyclo-cross bikes also work well for all weather rough road riding and
commuting.
NOT INTENDED: For off road or mountain bike use, or jumping. Cyclo-cross riders and racers dismount before
reaching an obstacle, carry their bike over the obstacle and then remount. Cyclo-cross bikes are not intended for mountain
bike use. The relatively large road bike size wheels are faster than the smaller mountain bike wheels, but are not as strong.
CROSS-COUNTRY, MARATHON, HARDTAILS

CONDITION 3: Bikes designed for riding Conditions 1 and 2, plus rough trails, small obstacles, and smooth technical
areas, including areas where momentary loss of tire contact with the ground may occur. NOT for jumping. All mountain bikes
without rear suspension are Condition 3, as well as some lightweight rear suspension models.
INTENDED: For cross-country riding and racing which ranges from mild to aggressive over intermediate terrain
(e.g., hilly with small obstacles like roots, rocks, loose surfaces, hard pack and depressions). Cross-country and
marathon equipment (tires, shocks, frames, drive trains) are light-weight, favoring nimble speed over brute force.
Suspension travel is relatively short since the bike is intended to move quickly on the ground.
NOT INTENDED: For Hardcore Freeriding, Extreme Downhill, Dirt Jumping, Slopestyle, or very aggressive or
extreme riding. Not for spending time in the air, landing hard and hammering through obstacles.

TRADE OFF: Cross-Country bikes are lighter, faster to ride uphill, and more nimble than All-Mountain bikes. Cross-Country and
Marathon bikes trade off some ruggedness for pedaling efficiency and uphill speed.

ALL MOUNTAIN

CONDITION 4: Bikes designed for riding Conditions 1, 2, and 3, plus rough technical areas, moderately sized
obstacles, and small jumps.
INTENDED: For trail and uphill riding. All-Mountain bicycles are: (1) more heavy duty than cross country bikes,
but less heavy duty than Freeride bikes, (2) lighter and more nimble than Freeride bikes, (3) heavier and have more
suspension travel than a cross country bike, allowing them to be ridden in more difficult terrain, over larger obstacles
and moderate jumps, (4) intermediate in suspension travel and use components that fit the intermediate intended
use, (5) cover a fairly wide range of intended use, with models that are more or less heavy duty. Talk to your retailer
about your needs and these models.

NOT INTENDED: For use in extreme forms of jumping/riding such as hardcore mountain, Freeriding, Downhill,
North Shore, Dirt Jumping, Hucking etc. Not for large drop offs, jumps or launches (wooden structures, dirt embankments) requiring long
suspension travel or heavy duty components; and not for spending time in the air landing hard and hammering through obstacles.
TRADE OFF: All-Mountain bikes are more rugged than cross country bikes, for riding more difficult terrain. All-Mountain bikes are
heavier and harder to ride uphill than cross country bikes. All-Mountain bikes are lighter, more nimble and easier to ride uphill than Freeride
bikes. All-Mountain bikes are not as rugged as Freeride bikes and must not be used for more extreme riding and terrain.
GRAVITY, FREERIDE AND DOWNHILL

CONDITION 5: Bikes designed for jumping, hucking, high speeds, or aggressive riding on rougher surfaces, or
landing on flat surfaces. However, this type of riding is extremely hazardous and puts unpredictable forces on a
bicycle which may overload the frame, fork, or parts. If you choose to ride in Condition 5 terrain, you should take
appropriate safety precautions such as more frequent bike inspections and replacement of equipment. You should
also wear comprehensive safety equipment such as a full-face helmet, pads, and body armor.
INTENDED: For riding that includes the most difficult terrain that only very skilled riders should attempt. Gravity,
Freeride, and Downhill are terms which describe hardcore mountain, north shore, slopestyle. This is extreme riding
and the terms describing it are constantly evolving.

Gravity, Freeride, and Downhill bikes are: (1) heavier and have more suspension travel than All-Mountain bikes, allowing them to be ridden
in more difficult terrain, over larger obstacles and larger jumps, (2) the longest in suspension travel and use components that fit heavy duty
intended use. There is no guarantee that extreme riding will not break a Freeride bike.
The terrain and type of riding that Freeride bikes are designed for is inherently dangerous. Appropriate equipment, such as a
Freeride bike, does not change this reality. In this kind of riding, bad judgment, bad luck, or riding beyond your capabilities can
easily result in an accident, where you could be seriously injured, paralyzed or killed.
NOT INTENDED: To be an excuse to try anything. Read Section 2. F of the Bicycle Owners Manual, p. 12.
TRADE OFF: Freeride bikes are more rugged than All-Mountain bikes, for riding more difficult terrain. Freeride bikes are heavier and
harder to ride uphill than All-Mountain bikes.
DIRT JUMP

CONDITION 5: Bikes designed for jumping, hucking, high speeds, or aggressive riding on rougher surfaces, or
landing on flat surfaces. However, this type of riding is extremely hazardous and puts unpredictable forces on a bicycle
which may overload the frame, fork, or parts. If you choose to ride in Condition 5 terrain, you should take appropriate
safety precautions such as more frequent bike inspections and replacement of equipment. You should also wear
comprehensive safety equipment such as a full-face helmet, pads, and body armor.
INTENDED: For man-made dirt jumps, ramps, skate parks other predictable obstacles and terrain where riders need
and use skill and bike control, rather than suspension. Dirt Jumping bikes are used much like heavy duty BMX bikes.
A Dirt Jumping bike does not give you skills to jump. Read Section 2. F of the Bicycle Owners Manual, p. 12.

NOT INTENDED: For terrain, drop offs or landings where large amounts of suspension travel are needed to help absorb the shock of
landing and help maintain control.
TRADE OFF: Dirt Jumping bikes are lighter and more nimble than Freeride bikes, but they have no rear suspension and the suspension
travel in the front is much shorter.
KIDS

Bikes designed to be ridden by children. Parental supervision is required at all times. Avoid areas involving
automobiles, and obstacles or hazards including inclines, curbs, stairs, sewer grates or areas near drop-offs or pools.
The Hotwalk Owner's Manual is available as a separate document, supplied with the Hotwalk bikes

BIKE MODEL /
RIDER WEIGHT TABLE

MAXIMUM CARGO
WEIGHT

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
WEIGHT 4, 5

CATEGORY
(See Intended
Use Page 3)

Alias

All Models

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

S-Works, Pro, Expert, Comp Race

30 / 14 2

240 / 109 3

Comp *, Elite *

30 / 14

Sport, Base, JR (650c)

30 / 14 2

275 / 125

Amira

All Models *

5 / 2.3 1

220 / 100 3 *

Ariel

All Models

55 / 25

300 / 136

AWOL

All models

55 / 25

300 / 136

S-Works, Expert, Elite

5 / 2.3

240 / 109 3

Comp Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

EVO, Grom, Comp, Base

5 / 2.3 1

300 / 136

Pro, Expert, Comp, Base

30 / 14 2

300 / 136

SL

30 / 14

All Models

55 / 25

Elite

55 / 25

275 / 125

Sport *, Base *

55 / 25

275 / 125 3 *

All Models

55 / 25

300 / 136

S-Works, Pro, Expert, Expert EVO, EVO,

Elite

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Elite

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

Sport, Base, Sport E5 EVO

30 / 14 2

275 / 125

Single E5

30 / 14

Comp Step-through *, Elite Step-through *

55 / 25

243 / 110 3 *

Daily

Elite, Sport *, Sport Step-through *,

Base *, Base Step-through *

55 / 25

220 / 100 3 *

DEMO 8

I, II

5 / 2.3 1

300 / 136

All carbon models

55 / 25

240 / 109 3

Comp Smartweld

55 / 25

240 / 109 3

Elite, Sport, Base

55 / 25

275 / 125

Comp Disc, Comp

55 / 25

240 / 109 3

Elite Disc, Sport

55 / 25

275 / 125

Elite *, Base *

55 / 25

265 / 120 3 *

S-Works, Expert Carbon, Elite

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Expert EVO, Comp, EVO

5 / 2.3

300 / 136

S-Works, Marathon Carbon, Expert

Carbon, Elite Carbon, Elite M5

5 / 2.3 1

Comp Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

Comp

5 / 2.3 1

300 / 136

S-Works, Expert Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Comp Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

All models

55 / 25

300 / 136

SL

55 / 25

240 / 109 3

Pro, SE

55 / 25

300 / 136

Expert, Base

55 / 25

275 / 125

Allez

Camber FSR

Crave
Crossover
Crossroads
CrossTrail

CruX

Diverge

Dolce

Enduro FSR

Epic FSR

Era
Expedition
Fatboy

265 / 120 3 *

275 / 125
300 / 136

240 / 109 3

240 / 109 3

BIKE MODEL /
RIDER WEIGHT TABLE

MAXIMUM CARGO
WEIGHT

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
WEIGHT 4, 5

CATEGORY
(See Intended
Use Page 3)

Fate
Hardrock

Hotrock

S-Works, Expert Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Comp Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

Disc SE *

55 / 25

287 / 130 3 *

Base (Vee brake) *

55 / 25

275 / 125 3 *

24" XC Pro

55 / 25

240 / 109

24" XC Disc

55 / 25

300 / 136

24" XC *

55 / 25

275 / 125 3 *

24" SL, 21spd, 7spd, street

20" Pro, 6spd street, 6spd, Coaster

30 / 14 2

220 / 100

16" and 12" Coasters

30 / 14 2

100 / 45

Hotwalk boy/girl

0/0

40 / 18

Jett

All Models

55 / 25

300 / 136

Jynx

All Models *

55 / 25

287 / 130 3 *

Pro

30 / 14 2

240 / 109 3

SF *, Base *, Street *

30 / 14 2

220 / 100 3 *

Disc SE *

55 / 25

287 / 130 3 *

Base (Vee brake) *

55 / 25

275 / 125 3 *

P.Slope, P.3, P.26, P.Street 2, P.Street 1

0/0

300 / 136

Langster
Myka HT
P.Series

P.20 Pro, P20, P.Grom

0/0

220 / 100

Pitch

All Models *

55 / 25

287 / 130 3 *

Rockhopper

All Models

55 / 25

300 / 136

Roubaix

All Models

5 / 2.3

240 / 109 3

Ruby

All Models

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Expert EVO, Elite

5 / 2.3

240 / 109 3

Comp

5 / 2.3 1

300 / 136

Base *

5 / 2.3

265 / 120 3 *

All Models *

55 / 25

265 / 120 3 *

S-Works, Pro

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Expert *, Elite *

5 / 2.3

220 / 100 3 *

Pro Carbon, Expert Carbon, Comp Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Elite Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

Comp Disc, Comp, Elite Disc, Elite

55 / 25

275 / 125

Sport Disc

55 / 25

300 / 136

Sport *, Base *

55 / 25

287 / 130 3 *

S-Works, Pro Carbon, Expert Carbon, Expert

Carbon EVO, Elite EVO

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Comp Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

Elite, Comp

5 / 2.3 1

300 / 136

S-Works, Marathon, Expert, Elite Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Elite M5

30 / 14 2

240 / 109 3

Comp Carbon

5 / 2.3 1

275 / 125

Comp, EVO

30 / 14

300 / 136

Expert Carbon Disc

55 / 25

275 / 125

Comp, Elite, Sport, Eleven, Eight, Base

55 / 25

300 / 136

Rumor FSR
Secteur
Shiv

Sirrus

SJ FSR

SJ HT

Source

BIKE MODEL /
RIDER WEIGHT TABLE

MAXIMUM CARGO
WEIGHT

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
WEIGHT 4, 5

CATEGORY
(See Intended
Use Page 3)

Status FSR

All Models

5 / 2.3 1

300 / 136

Tarmac

All Models

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Turbo

All Models

55 / 25

300 / 136

Venge

All Models

5 / 2.3

240 / 109 3

Expert Carbon Disc, Comp Carbon Disc

5 / 2.3 1

240 / 109 3

Elite Carbon Disc

5 / 2.3

275 / 125

Comp Disc, Elite Disc

55 / 25

275 / 125

Comp *, Elite *, Sport *, Base *

55 / 25

265 / 120 3 *

Elite, Sport Disc

55 / 25

300 / 136

Vita

FOOTNOTES
1
Seat Bag Only.
For ALLOY bikes manufactured without original equipment dropout rack mounts: A rear rack can be installed with the use of separate rack
mount clips. Cargo capacity with separate mounting clips is limited to 30lb / 14kg.
2

STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMITS FOR FRAMESETS (frame and fork):

275lb / 125Kg

300lb / 126Kg

Drop bar equipped carbon or alloy road bikes

Alloy mountain bikes without carbon rigid fork

Carbon or alloy cyclocross bikes

Flat bar equipped alloy hybrid / city bikes without carbon fork

Carbon or alloy triathlon / aero / time trial bikes

Flat bar equipped carbon hybrid / city bikes
Flat bar equipped alloy hybrid / city bikes with carbon fork
Carbon mountain bikes
Alloy mountain bikes with carbon rigid fork
If any weight-bearing Specialized-branded carbon components (i.e. handlebar, seatpost, stem, crank, saddle, rim) are present, then the weight
limit is 240lb / 109kg. This does not include non-weight-bearing carbon components such as brake levers, chainrings, bottle cages, etc.
Roval wheels (complete wheelsets) are made to be lightweight, and are not suitable for all riders and all possible uses. If any Roval wheelsets are
present, the rider (plus cargo) weight limit is 240lb (109Kg). Failure to follow this warning may result in a catastrophic failure of the wheel.

* MODELS: The Maximum Allowable Weight Limit for these models are determined by CEN standards for stopping distance. The
Structural Weight Limit for a particular model can exceed this maximum limit for stopping distance (see STRUCTURAL WEIGHT
LIMITS FOR FRAMES, above). If a rider's weight is above the Maximum Allowable Weight Limit but below the Structural Weight
Limit, the rider would be able to use the bike from a structural standpoint, but with reduced braking that does not conform to CEN
requirements.
IMPORTANT: Braking limits do not change regardless of carbon or alloy components.
4

Recommended max weights are based on European (CEN) testing standards (for cargo and rider only).

CEN braking standards are based on the brakes specified on the bike models from the manufacturer. Changing the brakes can result in an
increase or decrease in the braking distance.
5

WARNING: For riders at the RIDER WEIGHT LIMIT, you may not be able to carry cargo if the TOTAL WEIGHT LIMIT is exceeded.

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