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Prices
Retail price
£ 475
£ 499.99
Specifications
Drivetrain
Chain
KMC 8.3
Crank
Prowheel forged, 22/36
Derailleurs
Front: microSHIFT FD-M282 - Rear: Shimano Acera
Shifters
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-8, 12x32
Frameset
Fork
SR Suntour XCT30 HLO 29", 100mm , lockout, preload adjuster
Frame
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
The ST 540 S MTB has a UNISEX frame.The ST 540's frame has been carefully designed down to the smallest detail, from the top tube's relatively pronounced slope, to the wide range of sizes (M: 1.65m to XL: 2m). The ST 540 S is not only lightweight and comfortable, but UNISEX as well.To make the most of the improved comfort, the women on the Rockrider team recommend the 500 Women's Sports saddle, which is specially designed for the female form. - For less weight and more efficient pedalling, the Rockrider ST 540 S frame is made from 6061 aluminium (only 2.7 kg in size M without suspension). Its 120mm rear shock uses a single-pivot system (more sensitive to small impacts, while remaining firm when encountering large impacts) and sealed bearings for a great lifespan.
Suspensions
The hydraulic fork with 120 mm travel allows you to easily ride over more obstacles (roots, pebbles, stones, mud).Steer a precise path with the higher diameter dampers (32 mm). The fork's built-in lockout system helps to prevent bobbing and loss of speed on faster terrain.
Shoc
N/A
Giant Sport, 7-degree
Wheels
Hub
[F]Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball
Rims
Giant GX03V 29", alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
Spokes
stainless, 14g
Tyres
Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic disc
No matter what conditions you ride in (dry/wet), the Rockrider by Tektro 160mm double hydraulic disc brakes will come through for you, even in the mud.Hydraulic braking adds more power and progressive braking and requires less effort applied to the brake levers.The aluminium brake levers are easy to grip, lightweight, and precise.
Components
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8
The adjustable stem brings the ST 540 S controls to your hands. The all-aluminium Rockrider stem is 80 mm (size M/L), or 90 mm (size XL) and can be raised to 5 adjustment intervals: + 0mm, + 7.5mm, + 15mm, + 22.5mm, + 30mm.In detail:- 720mm oversize ROCKRIDER SPORT aluminium handlebar- ROCKRIDER ergonomic grips for good grip and a comfortable feel.
Saddle
Giant custom
Our teams designed and created an exclusive ROCKRIDER ERGOFIT Evo saddle. Designed for all hip widths, its hammock shape is very comfortable for long, athletic rides. The aluminium Rockrider Sport seat post is lightweight and has a wide adjustment range, with a 31.6 mm diameter and 400 mm in length.Quick and easy tool-free adjustment of your saddle height using the adjustment lever on the seat post clamp.
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9
Stem
Giant Sport, 7-degree
Pedals
platform
The ST 540 S comes with Rockrider Flat platform pedals with a wider pedalling surface and more pronounced dots for better grip on the pedals.