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WELCOME TO THE BIG REVOLUTION!
Call me Ishmael.
Ha, just kidding.
This is your complete guide to the Niner Bikes line of frames and bicycles.
If you read this, you have bettered about 95% of the buying public. In fact,
opening the first page and doing anything more than giving it a cursory
glance means that you are way ahead of the curve. Congratulations!
This document contains some pretty important information that will help
you care for and adjust your Niner frame. It also contains information that
will help you to get the most out of every Niner product. We understand
that you would rather be riding than reading, so we will try to be as brief
and succinct as possible, while also giving you clear answers to your
questions.
We offer a warranty on all Niner products - the specifics are contained in
this document. You must register your warranty to receive full benefits.
Besides that, get out on your Niner bike, have an amazing adventure, and
keep the rubber side down!
The Niner Crew
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CONTENTS
WELCOME 3
COMPLETE NINER LINEUP 4
GEOMETRY PHILOSOPHY & BASIC INFO 4
FRAME CARE & MAINTENANCE - STEEL 5
FRAME CARE & MAINTENANCE - ALLOY, CARBON & FULL SUSPENSION 6
POST-CRASH SAFETY INSPECTION 7
NINER WARRANTY & CRASH REPLACEMENT 8
GEOMETRY KEY, FRAME SIZE SELECTION & COMPONENT SELECTION 9
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: W.F.O. 9 10
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: R.I.P. 9 11
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: JET 9 RDO 12
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: JET 9 CARBON 13
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: JET 9 14
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: AIR 9 RDO 15
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: AIR 9 CARBON 16
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: AIR 9 17
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: E.M.D. 9 19
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: S.I.R. 9 21
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: M.C.R. 9 23
GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: O.N.E. 9 24
BEARING & TORQUE SPECS 26
ABOUT CVA™ SUSPENSION 27
SAG SET UP FOR NINER FULL SUSPENSION MODELS 29
HEADSET SPECIFICATIONS 30
ABOUT TAPERED HEADTUBES 31
RUNNING YOUR S.I.R. 9 OR AIR 9 CARBON AS A GEARED BIKE 32
AIR 9 CARBON CABLE ROUTING 33
AIR 9 CARBON CABLE ROUTING (GORE) 35
JET 9 RDO CABLE ROUTING 38
AIR 9 RDO CABLE ROUTING 40
BB30 AND PF30 EXPLAINED 43
CYA IDENTIFICATION GUIDE 44
CYA INSTALLATION 45
BIOCENTRIC COMPATIBILITY 46
BIOCENTRIC INSTALLATION 47
SINGLESPEED GEARING INFORMATION 48
SEATPOST INSTALLATION 49
NINER CARBON & STEEL FORK SPECIFICATIONS 50
NINER CARBON FORK INSTALLATION 51
MAXLE LIGHT INSTALLATION 54
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GEOMETRY PHILOSOPHY & BASIC INFO
How is Niner’s geometry like dessert?
When considering bike frame options, we often hear riders ask questions
like “what headtube angle does this frame have?” or, “what is the seat
angle?”. While these are important numbers to consider, we would like to
encourage you to step back and consider the whole frame when evaluating
geometry. In fact, we would like to have you consider the whole bike build.
Think of bicycle geometry like you think of a cake. Cakes need flour, sugar,
butter and eggs - if the chef alters the ratio, the taste and texture will vary.
The same goes for bicycles - a frame designer that considers only one
angle is creating a cake with only one ingredient in mind. It is essential
that every tube length and every angle be evaluated in concert with the
rest of the frame design and with the anticipated specifications of the
complete bike in mind.
Now, there is room for variation in any recipe, and a good chef will know
where they can have some fun with new ingredients. Perhaps one cake will
contain chocolate, another might be made with carrots - everybody has a
favorite. There is room for a lot of personalization in bike set up, too, but
in the end, every bike still fits within a set of parameters that defines the
geometry philosophies of the frame builder.
So, how does Niner geometry fit into this “cake” theory? Because we only
build 29ers, we are able to make bikes in every flavor while everyone else
is still learning how to turn on the oven. For every model, whether it is our
lightest cross country hardtail or our burliest full suspension bike, we have
considered how each angle or length will interact with big wheels to affect
the finished build and in the end, how that finished build will affect the
riding experience of every Niner owner.
The best way to evaluate any geometry is to ride the bikes. We know that
in head to head comparisons, Niner’s geometry will shine through. Demo a
Niner and see for yourself.
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FRAME CARE & MAINTENANCE - STEEL
Niner Bikes STRONGLY recommends that you apply Frame Saver® to
your new steel frame. Please follow the manufacture recommendations
for application. You may see some rust within the frame already; this is
only minor and not cause for alarm, hysterics, or nights of lost sleep.
After installing the Frame Saver® all will be good again. We would have
installed Frame Saver® prior to shipping but it is a combustible material
and would require us to have to change our storage facility to meet the
ventilation needs set forth by the city. We would also have to substantially
increase the shipping costs to you due to the increased packaging required
by Federal Law. Following is an article by Peter Weigle re-printed with
permission:
Out of Sight, Out of Mind - Rust Never Sleeps
Steel frames rust, that’s all there is too it. They rust when scratched, chipped,
or abraded in any way. Most people know this. What they don’t know is
that steel frames also rust from the inside out.. The steel inside the frame
is almost always left raw and unprotected. If a little moisture enters the
frame, the environment within will resemble a terrarium. The humid air and
water droplets will be attacking the steel and you won’t even know it. Left
untreated, the frame will be destroyed.
To help prevent rust inside steel tubes, Frame Saver® was developed. It
is a product that was long overdue. It coats the inside of the steel tubes
protecting them from the corrosive elements that find their way there. True,
bicycles have been around for 100 years and there are plenty of early
examples of frames that have lasted lifetimes without rust, so why all the
fuss now? Because in the last couple of decades there have been major
changes in materials, equipment, and bike usage that have made internal
frame protection even more important.
Today’s high performance frames are being made with extremely thin walled
tubing compared to frames of the past. There used to be a safety margin
should the tubes rust. Not any more! There are a few construction details
found in some frames that have trapped water and caused premature
failures. Frame builders who do repair work, painters and mechanics, are
seeing a higher incidence of rust-throughs these days, and it is only going
to get worse, unless these frames are rustproofed on the inside. Most new
bikes are equipped with sealed bearings, which mean fewer overhauls and
fewer chances to look in the bottom bracket to see what is going on. After
many carefree miles, many mechanics and owners are shocked when they
pull the bottom bracket bearings and find rust-colored sludge, or flakes
of rust, inside the shell. Hopefully, it’s not too late to save a frame in this
condition.
Mountain bikes are supposed to be used in extreme conditions. Stream
crossings, fall, winter, and early spring rides all involve water. Even if you
don’t ride in the rain or cross raging rapids, moisture still finds its way into
a frame. Take your bike out of a warm house on a cool, damp day, or on a
hot day return your bike to a cool, damp basement for storage and what
happens? As the warm air inside your frame cools and contracts, it pulls in
the damp air past the seat post, threads, and vent holes. This may only be a
minute amount, but do this many times over the course of the season and
the cumulative effect can be devastating.
It would be misleading to suggest that every steel frame is a risk because
there are many factors involved. It is impossible to tell from the outside,
which frames are screaming for attention. Why take a chance? With the
cost of bikes these days, think of it as cheap insurance. Prevention is easy.
An application of Frame Saver® will add years to a frame’s life and peace of
mind to its owner. May you both ride happily into the next millennium and
beyond.
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FRAME CARE & MAINTENANCE - ALLOY, CARBON & FULL SUSPENSION
Caring for your Carbon, Alloy (Aluminum) or Scandium Niner frame is a
simple affair: use common sense as your guide. Keep your frame clean,
check your frame and components in between rides for unusual wear and
tear, and give it a nice shine every once in a while so that it knows you
care. In addition, it’s important to check your frame regularly for cracks or
sign of physical trauma. This is, of course, much easier to do with a clean
frame. We suggest using a non-toxic cleaner designed for bicycles when
cleaning your frame - Pedros and Simple Green both make good products.
Use a nice, clean, soft rag or old t-shirt for cleaning to avoid abrasion.
Don’t use high pressure washers, as this may drive grit and/or water into
your bearings and components.
Additionally, the Niner’s carbon frames include features such as titanium
guards on the driveside of the bottom bracket and one 3M guard on the
driveside seatstay to protect from chain damage. The A9C also includes a
chainstay protector. It is imperative that people running gears should use
some sort of chainstay protector to keep chain slap from damaging the
chainstay. Each carbon frame also includes a large strip of anti-ballistic 3M
tape that we recommend using for downtube protection. Please see the
section on post-crash inspection for tips on how to regularly inspect your
frame for safety.
Niner full suspension bicycles need a few extra maintenance steps.
Check the fasteners on your linkage every few rides. Make sure that all
fasteners are torqued to 65 in/lbs with blue Loctite. Carefully follow the
use instructions from Loctite. A smooth quiet ride depends upon bearings.
Replace every 200 hours of ride time.
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Inspection of frame, fork and components:
Cracking is one of the most obvious signs of damage in all frame and fork
materials. Inspect your entire bicycle for cracks or splintering. If any part
of the bicycle is cracked or splintered, discontinue use immediately, as a
crack may lead to catastrophic failure.
Delamination is serious damage that can occur in composites such as
carbon fiber. Composites are made from layers of fabric and delamination
means the layers of fabric are no longer bonded together. Do not ride any
component or frame that is delaminating. These are some delamination
clues:
1. Cloudy or white areas. This kind of blemish looks different from the
ordinary undamaged areas, opaque and cloudy instead of glossy and
transparent.
2. Bulging or deformation. If delamination occurs, the surface shape
may change. A bump, bulge or soft spot may be apparent.
3. A difference in sound when tapping the surface. Gently tapping an
undamaged composite with a coin should produce a consistent sound,
usually hard or sharp. Delaminated areas may sound duller than other
areas.
Unusual Noises can be caused by cracks or delamination. Think of
such noises as a serious warning signal. A well-maintained bicycle will be
quiet and free of creaks or squeaks. Investigate and locate the source of
any noise. The sound may not be a crack or delamination but should be
fixed before riding.
Misalignment cannot be corrected by attempting to bend the frame. Do not
attempt to realign bent Niner frames.
Do not ride a frame or component with any delamination or cracks.
Riding a delaminated or cracked frame or component could lead to
complete failure with risk of injury or death. Please ensure that the
damaged component is destroyed, not re-sold.
POST-CRASH SAFETY INSPECTION
After a crash or significant impact:
1. Check yourself for injuries, take care of them to the best of your ability.
Seek medical help if necessary.
2. Next, check your bicycle for damage on the spot. Do not ride if any
problems are detected.
3. Bring your bike to your Niner dealer for professional inspection. The
entire bike must be inspected for damage - this may require disassembly,
depending upon the dealer’s recommendation. Err on the side of caution.
A crash or impact can put extraordinary stress on a bicycle, causing it
to fail or to fatigue prematurely. Components suffering from stress fa-
tigue can fail suddenly with no warning, causing loss of control, serious
injury or death. This applies to all components, not just those made or
manufactured by Niner Bikes.
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Niner Bikes will warranty carbon products with the C5 Warranty for a
minimum period of five (5) years from the date of purchase for the original
owner only.
Niner Bikes will warranty all non-carbon fiber frames and parts for material
defects and workmanship for a minimum period of two (2) years from the
date of purchase for the original owner only.
This warranty is subject to approval by Niner Bikes and is only valid
for bicycles damaged under normal use. This warranty does not extend
to Darwinian usage of the frame. It does not cover paint/finish
issues, minor dents, or issues arising from normal wear and tear. This
limited warranty applies to the frame only. All other components are
covered under the warranty from the manufacturers of said components.
This warranty is void if the frameset was not purchased new, through an
authorized Niner Dealer or if it was not assembled correctly.
Upon purchase of a Niner frame, bicycle or components, owner is
required to register their warranty online with Niner Bikes. Owner must
retain a copy of their receipt from an authorized Niner Dealer - in the event
they do require warranty service, this proof of purchase will be requested
by Niner.
Should the frame be determined to be defective by Niner Bikes, Niner
will repair or replace the frame at Niner’s sole discretion. Niner
will not pay for any labor charges associated with the warranty of
said frame, but will pay for shipping of the frame to and from Niner’s
headquarters. To exercise this warranty, please call or email Niner
Bikes as soon as a problem arises. Niner will make every effort to
repair/replace a warranty claim in a timely fashion and keep you
riding. It would be helpful if you timed your warranty claim with a
massive snow storm or torrential rain storm so that you don’t notice
that your bike is un-rideable.
Warranty Procedure:
1. If you have a potential warranty claim, the best, fastest approach is to
take your bike to your Niner dealer/distributor and have them process it for
you.
2. If you are unable to work through your Niner dealer, please contact war-
[email protected] or call us directly at 1-877-646-3792 to begin the
warranty process.
3. If we determine that your frame is covered under warranty, and is
deemed needing replacement, not repair, you may choose to receive a free
equivalent replacement frame or you may upgrade to a different frame at a
reduced cost.
Crash Replacement Procedure:
For those of you who bring honesty, integrity and a sense of responsibility
for your actions, and who are honest with us about how the frame came
to be in it’s current ‘crashed’ state (for example: dude, I totally just drove
my bike into the garage), or if your bike is outside the warranty period. We
have a no fault, no questions asked ‘crash replacement’ policy. Niner Bikes
does offer a crash/accident replacement program - 20% off a replacement
frame.
To take advantage of our crash replacement program, see your Niner
dealer.
NINER WARRANTY & CRASH REPLACEMENT
STUNT RIDING WARNING:
Off road riding is extremely dangerous. Some downhill riders and
freeriders reach speeds similar to motorcycles, thus face similar risks
and hazards. When engaging in these activities, you, your bicycle and
your safety equipment must be in perfect condition. We recommend
that at all times you wear appropriate safety gear, including, but not
limited to an approved helmet, full finger gloves, body armor and pro-
tective footwear.
Not every bicycle is built for every bicycling activity. Please consult your
Niner dealer to ensure that you have the right bicycle and equipment
designed for the style of riding you intend to do.
No bicycle is indestructible. Downhill racing, severe off-road riding,
jumping and stunt riding increase stress levels on every part of your
bicycle. Frames or parts under high stress may fail causing you to lose
control or fall. Because of the risk involved, Niner recommends that
you conduct a thorough inspection of your bicycle, including frame and
components before each ride. If you fall while riding, inspect yourself
for injury first, then carefully inspect your bicycle for any damage that
may have occurred as a result of the crash.
When inspecting your bicycle for damage, look for:
- bent or broken components, such as the handlebar, stem, seatpost,
pedals.
- dents, cracks, scratches, deformation or discoloration.
Because damage may be internal or hidden, if any of these signs ap-
pear, no matter how small they are, stop riding your bicycle and take it
to an authorized Niner dealer for further inspection.
Safety should always come first. Always ride within your ability and with
the proper safety equipment.
Stunt riding, severe off road riding, jumping or downhill riding is very
dangerous and the rider voluntarily assumes the risk that the bicycle
frame and/or its components will bend or break and voluntarily as-
sumes the risk of injury or death.
Niner does not warranty the bicycle or components for such activities
and expressly disclaims all warranties including the warranty of fitness
for particular purpose and merchantability.
Although many catalogs, advertisements and articles about bicycling
depict riders racing, jumping, stunt riding, and or riding hard off-road,
this activity is extremely dangerous, increases the riders risk of injury
or death and potentially increases the severity of any injury. The action
depicted is performed by experts with many years of training and expe-
rience. Even with this experience, cyclists who engage in such activity
are often severely injured. It is also foreseeable that during some
jumps, stunts or races that the rider will exceed the design capacity of
the frame or components, which may result in something on the bicycle
breaking or bending, which could result in serious injury or death.
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GEOMETRY KEY, FRAME SIZE SELECTION & COMPONENT SELECTION
Does the setup of my Niner affect how it will perform and/or handle?
Yes. All of the items in the list below (and myriad unlisted choices) can
help you to customize your Niner’s ride feel and fit:
• Frame size selection
• Fork Travel/Length
• Fork setup
• Wheel retention devices (Maxle/QR, etc.)
• Rear suspension set up
• Stem length & bar width
• Wheel & tire selection & set up
You have many choices as to what components you choose to use with
your Niner bike. You also have many choices to make when it comes to
how you set up these components. The choices you make can dramatically
alter the character of your bicycle. In general, this is a good thing.
However, We cannot predict every new product that may come to the
market and as such we cannot guarantee that every future product will be
compatible with our frames.
For basic size recommendations see the chart to the right. For additional
advice or for further info on component selection and set up, see your
Niner dealer.
HEIGHT RECOMMENDATIONS
XS
(available in
select models)
S M L XL
5’0”-5’5”
1.53-1.65m
5'3"-5'9"
1.6-1.75m
5'8"-6'
1.73-1.83m
5'11"-6'3"
1.8-1.91m
6'3"-6'7"
1.91-2.01m
Geometry key:
(A) EFFECTIVE TOP TUBE LENGTH
(B) SEAT TUBE LENGTH
(C) CHAINSTAY LENGTH
(D) FRONT CENTER
(E) WHEELBASE
(F) BB DROP
(G) HEAD TUBE LENGTH
(H) SEAT TUBE ANGLE
(I) HEAD TUBE ANGLE
(J) STANDOVER
(K) REACH
(L) STACK
For riders who fall between sizes we recommend sizing down for a more
maneuverable ride or sizing up for more stability.
The best way to determine which size is for you is to test ride a Niner at
one of our dealers or demo events.
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GEOMETRY & SPECIFICATIONS: W.F.O. 9
W.F.O. 9
UNITS
A - TT lENGTH
B - SEAT TUBE lENGTH
C - CHAINSTAy lENGTH
D - FRONT CENTER
E - WHEElBASE
F - BB DROp
G - HEAD TUBE lENGTH
H - HEAD TUBE ANGlE
I - SEAT TUBE ANGlE
J - STANDOvER HEIGHT
K - REACH
l - STACK
FORK (MM)* 140 160 140 160 140 160 140 160 140 160 140 160 140 160 140 160 140 160
SM MM 587 590 406 455 687 694 1141 1149 22 14 120 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 718 727 408 397 623 630
MD MM 603 606 457 455 704 714 1158 1167 22 14 120 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 750 760 425 414 623 630
LG MM 622 626 508 455 724 731 1178 1186 22 14 130 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 787 795 442 430 632 640
XL MM 641 644 559 455 744 752 1198 1206 22 14 145 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 826 833 456 445 647 654
SM INCH 23.1 23.2 16.0 17.9 27.0 27.3 44.9 45.2 22 14 120 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 28.3 28.6 16.1 15.6 24.5 24.8
MD INCH 23.7 23.9 18.0 17.9 27.7 28.1 45.6 45.9 22 14 120 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 29.5 29.9 16.7 16.3 24.5 24.8
LG INCH 24.5 24.6 20.0 17.9 28.5 28.8 46.4 46.7 22 14 130 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 31.0 31.3 17.4 16.9 24.9 25.2
XL INCH 25.2 25.4 22.0 17.9 29.3 29.6 47.2 47.5 22 14 145 69.0 68.0 74.0 73.0 32.5 32.8 18.0 17.5 25.5 25.7
*Geometry measurements are shown for 140mm and 160mm travel forks.
W.F.O. 9 SpECIFICATIONS & COMpATIBIlITy
73mm threaded BB width
Shock size: 7.875”(200mm) x 2.25”(57mm) - 5.5”(140mm) travel
Shock mounting hardware: 21.86mm x M6
Shock SAG: 25% (which will move the o-ring 14.5mm down the shaft)
ISCG 03 (ISCG old) mounting tabs
30.9mm seat post, 350mm length recommended
34.9mm seat collar
“D” mount direct high mount front derailleur, bottom pull
1.125”-1.5” taper head tube with “inset or zero stack” style headset, 44mm upper, 56mm lower (headset not included) Cane Creek standard description: ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40
Enduro Max sealed bearings - (6x) 28x15x7mm, (2x) 24x12x6mm
142mm x 12mm rear spacing (replacement hangers, 135mm x QR axle kits available)
Small, medium, large and XL have one bottle mount inside the front triangle
TT cable guides for dropper posts
Can fit up to a 2.5” tire (tire size varies by brand, some tires may not fit)
Compatible with standard 3x chainring systems and Truvativ Hammerschmidt
SRAM recommended 2x front chainring configs: 26/39 or lower
SHIMANO XT recommended 2x front chainring configs: 28/40 or lower
We do not recommend the use of 2x XTR cranks because both the 40T version (48.8mm chain line) and the 38T version (46.6mm chain line) position the large chainring in a way that it
may contact the frame
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