INTENSEcycles 951 Series User manual
CONTENTS
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WELCOME TO THE
INTENSE FAMILY!
CONGRATULATIONS ON
YOUR NEW INTENSE
951 XC BIKE!
AT INTENSE WE HAVE
ONE GOAL -
TO PROVIDE THE RIDE
OF YOUR LIFE!
04-05 Getting to know your bike
06-07 Getting to know your tools
08-21 SETup guide
22-23 GEOMETRY
24-25 FRAME SPECS & COMPONENT LIST
26-27 MAINTENANCE
28-29 PARTS LISTINGS
30-31 PARTS KITS
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INTENSE 951 XC
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BIKE
Featuring a super lightweight full carbon frame,
rolling on 29” wheels, with progressive and modern
XC geometry, and 120mm of suspension travel, the
INTENSE 951 XC is our state-of-the-art full suspension
cross country mountain bike. Whether you want to go
on a quick loop of your local trails or an epic all day
adventure, the 951 XC is up for it. It’s everything you
could want in a modern day cross-country bike.
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SADDLE
(SEAT)
BRAKE LEVERS
fork rebound
adjuster
fork COMPRESSION
DAMPING ADJUSTER
(TOP OF RIGHT LEG)
fork AIR VALVE CAP
(TOP OF LEFT LEG)
BRAKE
CALIPER
Bottle
CAGE
MOUNTS
FORKs
BRAKE
rotor
CRANK
ARM
CHAINRINGCHAIN
RIM
TIRE
SPOKES
CASSETTE
REAR
DERAILLUER
ADJUSTABLE
SEATPOST
(DROPPER)
SEAT
CLAMP
REAR
SHOCK
HANDLEBARS
DROPPER
POST LEVER
SHIFTER
TOPTUBE
GRIPS
STEM
DOWNTUBE
FLAK
GUARD
WHEEL HUB
HEADTUBE
TOP
SUSPENSION
LINK
CHAINSTAY
PROTECTOR
LOWER
SUSPENSION
LINK
REAR FRAME
TRIANGLE
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WHAT ELSE IS IN THE BOX?
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TOOLS
we don’t want any cross-threads!
tool (19), high pressure shock pump (21) and a torque wrench (18). The torque wrench is a tool that
1 2 3 4
21
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18
19
20
1. PH1 Philips driver
2. PH2 Philips driver
3. Long reach 5mm Allen driver
4. Torque wrench extension
5. 2mm HEX/Allen driver
6. 2.5mm HEX/Allen driver
7. 3mm HEX/Allen driver
8. 4mm HEX/Allen driver
9. Flat head driver
10. 5mm HEX/Allen driver
11. 6mm HEX/Allen driver
12. 8mm HEX/Allen driver
13. T25 Torx driver
14. T30 Torx driver
15. T40 Torx driver
16. 1/4" drive-to-1/4" drive bit adaptor
17. 1/4" drive-to-3/8" drive adaptor
18. Torque Wrench
(4mm, 5mm, 6mm)
20. Torx 25 tool
21. INTENSE Shock Pump
WANT TO GO TUBELESS?
intense951.com/pages/techvideos for our handy
INTENSE 951 XC
SETUP GUIDE
We have a series of in-depth and detailed videos on our website that go through the whole process of
and much more.
GO TO INTENSE951.COM/PAGES/TECHVIDEOS
When we talk about the drive-side of your bike we are talking about the side that has the chain and
bike in the stand. Only use the seatpost to clamp the bike to the stand. For those of you who don’t
over the following pages.
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Your new 951 XC is almost ready to go, you just need to do a few things to get your bike ready for the
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STEP 03
RELEASE DROPPER, REMOVE BIKE FROM BOX
2CReplace the faceplate of the stem and
the faceplate and the main body of the stem is
even all the way around.
3ANow raise the adjustable seatpost
(dropper) to its full height by pressing the
2D
using the torque wrench to 5Nm.
3BTurn the bike over (upside down) so that it
is balancing on its saddle and handlebars.
It is a good idea to protect your saddle and
handlebars with a piece of cardboard or cloth to
STEP 01
REMOVE WHEELS AND PREPARE BIKE
STEP 02
INSTALL HANDLEBARS
1A
numbered to make it easy for you to
remove everything in the right order. The wheels
Please keep all packaging for possible future
storage or shipping.
2ARemove any packaging on the front of the
bike, then spin the handlebar stem 180°
so that the stem and forks are facing forward. Make
side of the bike, with the fork arch facing forward.
1B
and place nearby. Carefully remove the
a stand.
2B
faceplate of the stem and put the
handlebars in place. Use the guidelines printed
and evenly. Check that the brake, gear and
kinked or twisted in any way.
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STEP 05
INSTALL THE REAR WHEEL
5A
spacer. Once this is removed be careful
5CBe careful that the wheel spacers don’t get
rotors with your hands or gloves, any small amount
of grease may contaminate them.
5D
rotor with the rear brake caliper making sure that
had been). Make sure the hub end caps drop into
the slots on the frame dropouts.
5BThere is a integrated metal lever that sits
STEP 04
INSTALL DERAILLEUR
4A
4C
(top when upside down) pivot the whole
derailleur toward the front of the bike. There will
be some resistance from the spring, so be careful
4B
derailleur bolt to 8-9Nm.
4DWhen it won’t go any further forward (in
B SCREWDERAILLEUR
PUSH
TOWARD
THE
FRONT OF
THE BIKE
CAGE LOCK
POSITION AT 70°
TO THE AXLE
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STEP 07
RUN THROUGH THE GEARS
check that they are working correctly. To do this
so that the wheel begins to spin, with your hand
anything in the chain). If you are having any issues
with the gears, please check out our Tech Video
Series on our website:
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STEP 06
INSTALL THE FRONT WHEEL
6ARemove all packaging from the wheel
the correct place). Then remove the orange brake
by unscrewing it.
5E
6B
into the brake caliper body and that
the hub body slots into the grooves on the fork.
When everything is in the correct place reinsert
5F
To do this, gently push the derailleur
loaded, so once the derailleur arm is pushed
unlock. Slowly let the derailleur arm move
PUSH TOWARD
THE FRONT OF
THE BIKE
INSERT
AXLE FROM
THE
SIDE
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STEP 08
ADJUST HEADSET & HANDLEBARS
8A
its wheels and check that your headset
is adjusted correctly. Set your headset preload
at 2-4Nm. Ensure that the headset moves easily
with a very slight amount of resistance.If it feels
the headset again. If the bars won’t turn smoothly
8BOnce you are happy with your headset
adjustment you need to make sure that
is to straddle your bike and look down and line
the back of your handlebars up with the front of
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STEP 09
ADJUST SADDLE HEIGHT
of the seatpost. Note: You may have to slightly readjust the saddle height once you have set up your
suspension correctly (Step 12-13).
STEP 10
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
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STEP 11
BIKE CHECK
brakes are working correctly by spinning the wheels and pulling the brake levers. Check the front brake,
just right for you.
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STEP 12
FRONT SUSPENSION SETUP
12A
your suspension. The 951 XC uses air
sprung suspension on the front and rear to smooth
out the trails. To begin, set the air pressure. Look at
the air pressure chart on the right, that will give you
a good guide to start from. Remember to calculate
your weight when you are in full riding gear, as this
12CYou now need to measure the ‘sag’
of the fork. Sag is important, it allows
the fork to work properly. With the help of a friend
down, pedals level. Bounce up and down on the
compressing the forks further (your friend can help
here by holding the handlebars so they don’t drop).
12B
leg of your fork (non-drive side).
valve. Screw on the high-pressure air shock pump
you reach the desired pressure.
12D
gap between the top of the fork leg and the black
O-ring. The distance between these two is the sag.
the 120mm (4.7”) fork that comes on the 951 XC
that measurement should be around 24mm (1”).
Replace the top cap.
lbs kgs psi
SUGGESTED STARTING POINTS
FOR SETTING FORK SAG
SUGGESTED REBOUND SETTINGS
lbs kgs
to the number of clicks shown in the table below.
ADJUSTING
GRIP
COMPRESSION
DAMPING
adjustments to control
fork performance under
terrain, and is intended to
be adjusted throughout
the ride. Turning the
lever to the full counter-
the fork in the Open
mode. Turning the lever
sets the fork in the
Medium mode. Turning
the lever to the full
the fork in Firm mode.
the Open, Medium,
and Firm modes can be
compression damping.
FOX recommends
beginning with the
Open mode.
REBOUND
OPEN (counterclockwise)
FASTEST
CLOSED (clockwise)
SLOWEST
FOX RHYTHM 34 FLOAT
120 MM. GRIP DAMPER
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AIR VALVE CAP. TO UNSCREW
TURN COUNTERCLOCKWISE
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STEP 13
REAR SUSPENSION SETUP
Now do the same for the rear shock. The Schrader valve is easier to see, so unscrew the cap and pump
it up using the high-pressure air shock pump to the pressure shown in the chart opposite for your
SHOCK REBOUND DIAL
COMPRESSION
ADJUSTMENTS
adjustments to control
shock performance
changes in terrain, and is
intended to be adjusted
throughout the ride.
Use the OPEN mode
during rough descending,
the MEDIUM mode for
and the FIRM mode
for climbing.
REBOUND
OPEN (counterclockwise)
FASTEST
CLOSED (clockwise)
SLOWEST
Proper set up and tuning can vary from shock to shock. Please consult the FOX manual
maintenance or visit ridefox.com
RIDER WEIGHT AIR PRESSURE REBOUND
fully closed)
Closed is Clockwise
Open is Counterclockwise
SUGGESTED STARTING POINTS
FOR SETTING UP YOUR SHOCK
FOX PERFORMANCE FLOAT DPS.
3-POSITION (OPEN, TRAIL, LOCK-OUT)
COMPRESSION LEVER
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RUBBER O-RING
AIR VALVE CAP. TO UNSCREW
TURN COUNTERCLOCKWISE
BB Drop
C
B
A
F
E
D
G
H
L
K
I
J
REV.
DATE
REVISION RECORD
APPROVED
PCN #
1
10/23/2020
Release
CK
951 XC
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
Wheel Base:
A
1143 mm/ 45" 1169 mm/ 46" 1196 mm/ 47" 1222 mm/ 48"
Top Tube Length:
B
589 mm/ 23.2" 614 mm/ 24.2" 640 mm/ 25.2" 665 mm/ 26.2"
Chain Stay Length:
C
439 mm/ 17.3" 439 mm/ 17.3" 439 mm/ 17.3" 439 mm/ 17.3"
Head Tube Length:
D
90 mm/ 3.5" 95 mm/ 3.7"
105 mm/ 4.13"
115 mm/ 4.5"
Head Tube Angle:
E
66.4˚ 66.4˚ 66.4˚ 66.4˚
Reach:
F
409 mm/ 16.1" 433 mm/ 17.1" 457 mm/ 18.0" 479 mm/ 18.9"
Stack:
G
578 mm/ 22.8"
583 mm / 22.9"
593 mm/ 23.3" 602 mm/ 23.7"
BB Height:
H
339 mm/ 13.3" 339 mm/ 13.3" 339 mm/ 13.3" 339 mm/ 13.3"
BB Drop
30 mm/ 1.17" 30 mm/ 1.17" 30 mm/ 1.17" 30 mm/ 1.17"
Seat Tube Angle (Effective):
I
72.8˚ 72.8˚ 72.8˚ 72.8˚
Seat Tube Angle (Actual):
J
68.3˚ 68.3˚ 68.3˚ 68.3˚
Seat Tube Length:
K
406 mm/ 16"
437 mm/ 17.2" 488 mm/ 19.2" 538 mm/ 21.2"
Standover Height:
L
779 mm/ 30.7" 782 mm/ 30.8"
787 mm/ 31"
792 mm/ 31.2"
Fork Axle To Crown:
530 mm / 20.87" 530 mm / 20.87" 530 mm / 20.87" 530 mm / 20.87"
Lower Headset Stack Height:
1 mm / 0.39" 1 mm / 0.39" 1 mm / 0.39" 1 mm / 0.39"
Fork Offset:
51 mm / 2.01" 51 mm / 2.01" 51 mm / 2.01" 51 mm / 2.01"
Fork Trail:
105 mm / 4.15" 105 mm / 4.15" 105 mm / 4.15" 105 mm / 4.15"
Fork Travel:
120 mm / 4.7" 120 mm / 4.7" 120 mm / 4.7" 120 mm / 4.7"
Rear Travel:
120 mm / 4.7" 120 mm / 4.7" 120 mm / 4.7" 120 mm / 4.7"
Rear Shock Size:
165 x 45 Trunnion 165 x 45 Trunnion 165 x 45 Trunnion 165 x 45 Trunnion
Front Center:
705 mm / 27.8" 731 mm / 28.8" 758 mm / 29.8"
784 mm / 31"
BB Height based on Tire OD:
736.6 mm/ 29" 736.6 mm/ 29" 736.6 mm/ 29" 736.6 mm/ 29"
951 XC
TITLE:
42380 Rio Nedo
Temecula, CA 92590-3708 USA
TEL: 1.951.296.9596
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COPYRIGHT © 2013 BY Intense Cycles Co
These drawings, any and all specifications and data herein contained and the products manufactured in
accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of
Temecula, CA (USA), in accordance with the provisions of the National laws and International Conventions
for the protection of Intellectual Property. No disclosure, copy, use, manufacture, advertising, and sale of the said
drawings, specifications, data and products are permitted without the prior written consent of Intense Cycle Co.
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TOLERANCE
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UNTOLERANCED ANGLE DIMENSIONS
OVER 300 UP TO 1000
OVER 100 UP TO 300
OVER 30 UP TO100
OVER 10 UP TO 30
FROM 0 UP TO 10
LENGTH DIMENSIONS
UNTOLERANCED LENGTH DIMENSIONS (mm)
FINISH:
ALL DIMENSIONS CONTAINED ON THIS PRINT ARE SPECIFIED IN THE FULLY FINISHED
CONDITION. MANUFACTURER MAY NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO TOLERANCES TO
ALLOW FOR MATERIAL BUILD-UP/REMOVAL AS A RESULT OF FINISHING PROCESS.
FINISHED PRODUCT MUST MATCH PRINT SPECIFICATIONS.
951 XC
10/23/2020
CK
GEOMETRY
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951 XC
951 XC (MM / INCH)
SIZE SMALL MEDIUM LARGE EXTRA LARGE
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FRAME SPECS COMPONENT LIST
SHOCK SPECS
Model: INTENSE 951 SERIES XC
Model Year: 2021
NOTE: The 951 XC is designed around the use of a single chainring only.
Model: INTENSE 951 SERIES XC
Model Year: 2021
Stroke: 45mm
FORK
STEM
ROTORS
SPOKES
RIMS
TIRES
INTENSE 951 XC 29” 120mm Travel
INTENSE Recon 45mm
INTENSE Lock-on
TRP Slate T4 Callipers and Levers, Front and Rear
INTENSE
170mm travel (XL)
COMPONENT MANUAL ONLINE RESOURCE
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the components listed above.
LOOKING AFTER YOUR BIKE
MAINTENANCE
You have purchased a high-performance bicycle which requires a certain level of service and
maintenance to sustain the level of performance your frame was designed around. Proper care will
also ensure the bike is safe to ride at all levels. It is important to read and understand the carbon
ride. These will not only help to limit or avoid costly repairs but will also help to avoid injury due to
service neglect and component failure.
CARBON CARE
INTENSE, LLC employs advanced composite techniques and material in our frames which do require
each frame is designed around. Not following these guidelines will decrease the level of performance
and possibly cause injury or death.
washers, abrasive cloths or cleaners.
• Be sure all frame surfaces in contact with cables are protected. Cable housing rubbing on carbon
• Never clamp any part of a carbon frame in a bike stand or car rack.
• Use high-grade waterproof grease on seat post, BB and headset bearing contact areas with
the carbon.
• Never ream or face a carbon frame.
or 1 Month or 6 Months 1 Year
TIRES Check air pressure, inspect tread and X
sidewalls for tears and punctures
Clean complete bike of mud and debris X
Check adjustment X
BOX LINK
Check torques X
SPOKES Inspect for damage, check tension X
Check air pressure, inspect for leaks X
Cables inspect and lube X
Clean and regrease interface with frame X
Remove pivot bolts, check bearings for X
BOTTOM Remove crank arms and check BB X
Replace brake pads X
Inspect for damage and check X
for stretching
Complete Tune-Up X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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Cross Brace 951 XC
INTENSE 951 XC
PARTS LISTINGS
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INTENSE 951 XC
PARTS KITS
3130
XLE KIT IT130846 Axle Kit Rear CNC 148 x 12 Boost With Hidden Lever 951 Series XC
BEARING KIT LOWER IT150002 Bearing Rebuild Kit Lower 951 Series XC
14 IT150002 Crush Tube Lower Link
FLAK GUARD KIT IT150001 Flak Guard Kit 951 Series XC SM/MD Only
FLAK GUARD KIT IT150127 Flak Guard Kit 951 Series XC LG/XL Only
HANGER KIT IT340230 Derailleur Hanger Kit 951 Series XC
HARDWARE KIT LOWER IT150007 Link Kit Lower Hardware Stainless 951 Series XC
1 IT150007 Cap Bearing Blk
9 IT150007 Shoulder Bolt
-- IT150007 Plug Trim 15mm YF
LINK KIT LOWER IT340243 Link Kit Lower Complete Forged 951 Series XC
LINK KIT UPPER IT340233 Link Kit Upper Complete Carbon 951 Series XC
SEAT COLLAR IT340343 Seat Collar Bolted 951 Series XC
21 IT340343 Seat Collar Blk
HARDWARE KIT UPPER IT150129 Link Kit Upper Hardware Stainless 951 Series XC
9 IT150129 Shoulder Bolt
13 IT150129 Shoulder Bolt Trunnion Rear Shock
17 IT150129 Shoulder Bolt RT Clevis Blk
24 IT150129 Shock Bolt Thread Steel
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