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2017

Specialized Pitch 650b

Specialized Pitch 2017

Street

At a glance

The 2017 Specialized Pitch 650b is an Street Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It has SR Suntour suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Pitch range of mountain bikes.

You’ve thought about it—probably even got out on the dirt or gravel a few times—and now’s the time to pull the trigger on a fully-fledged mountain bike. Well, you’re in the right place. The Pitch 650b features everything you need to start getting off the road and out on some trails. It features a light aluminium frame that’s equal parts performance-driven and durable, while all of the components have been mindfully selected for their capability and long term strength. And when you factor in a geometry that’s going to leave you feeling confident and ready to get after it, it’s safe to say that the Pitch 650b is the perfect starting point for your life of playing in the dirt.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Specialized A1 Premium Aluminium, Sport Trail 650b Geometry, butted tube sets, externally relieved head tube, forged dropouts, reinforced disc mount, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
  • Fork
    SR Suntour XCT 650b, coil spring, custom Multi-Circuit Damping, 80/100mm travel
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Shimano Centre Lock, disc, 9x100mm QR, 32h
    Rear: Shimano Centre Lock, disc, 10x135mm QR, 32h
  • Wheels
    Stout 650b, alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32h
  • Spokes
    Stainless, 14g
  • Tires
    [F] [R]
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    KMC X8, 8-speed w/reusable MissingLink
  • Crank
    Forged alloy, square taper spindle w/chainguard
  • Bottom Bracket
    Square taper, 73mm, internal bearings
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Altus, 34.9mm clamp, down-swing, 7/8-speed
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Acera, SGS cage, 8-speed
  • Shifters
    Shimano EF510, EZ Fire Plus, 8-speed
  • Cassette
    Sunrace, 8-speed, 11-34t
  • Pedals
    Specialized Dirt
Components
  • Brakeset
    Front: Shimano BR-M375, mechanical disc, resin pads, 180/160mm rotor
    Rear: Shimano BR-M375, mechanical disc, resin pads, 160mm rotor
  • Handlebar
    Stout bar, 15mm rise, 9-degree backsweep, 5-degree upsweep, 720mm width, 31.8mm
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry mountain, steel rails, 143mm
  • Seatpost
    Alloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
  • Stem
    Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise

FAQ

Q: What size 2017 Specialized Pitch 650b should I get?

After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Pitch 650b size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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