[bigsi67]

Hey guys, I'm a bit of a newbie from the UK. I've just bought a couple of big hits off ebay and have a couple of questions.

1. I have an 03 and an 04/05. Which one was better, and is there any difference between the 04 and 05 model?

2. I'm thinking initially of keeping the 04/05 model. The manual I have downloaded from the Specialized web site mentions a Comp and an Expert. How do you tell them apart? Was it just the shock travel (different shocks?) or is there a difference in the actual frames?

3. I intend to keep the Marzocchi Monster T's from one of the bikes. These are 2004 models I think. Are they worth spending money on (new seals etc.) or would I be better buying a newer set of forks?

4. If I keep the forks will the standard springs be ok for me? I weigh about 75 kg or 165lbs and will be doing mostly dirt jumps and drop offs for fun, not racing (yet!!!)

Thanks for the info. I work racing motorcycles for a living so I'm not worried about the tech side of things, just need to get the basics right.

Thanks for reading and for any advice.

Cheers, Bigsi.

 

[chic06]

Keep the one with the big link that has 4 adjustment holes in it. Also i don't know what the sub-models are, but if you have one with a 2.75 stroke shock instead of a 2.5 it will provide more travel which is generally better. There are no major differences between the 04 and 05 FSR big hits.

 

[rhys.l]

Yep, agree with above although one setup with a biglink and 8.5 x 2.5 shock works best imo - lowers and slackens it out noticeably and you still keep 7.4" travel