Scott Gambler 2008 User manual

BIKE OWNERS MANUAL OWNERS MANUAL / BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG / MANUEL D’UTILISATION
SCOTT 2008
SCOTT SPORTS SA / 17 RTE DU CROCHET / 1762 GIVISIEZ / SWITZERLAND
© 2008 SCOTT SPORTS SA, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
CONFORME AUX EXIGENCES DE SECURITE
NF R30-020
The lengths of the grey beam shows the optimum eye-to-eye distance of the rear shock.
Der graue Balken zeigt den optimalen Bolzenabstand des Dämpfers.
La longueur de la barre grise représente l’écart optimal entre les points de fixation
de l’amortisseur
SAG-BOY
SCOTT-SPORTS.COM
GAMBLER
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> Gambler Concept P. 02
> Geometry/Technical Data Gambler P. 03
> Adjustment of head angle P. 04
> 2 different headtube inserts P. 05
> 3 different rear travel options P. 06
> Recommended Tools
for the Shock Set-Up P. 06
> Basic Set-Up of the Gambler
Rear Suspension P. 07
> Adjustment of Seatpost-Height P. 09
> IDS Drop Out System P. 10
> Front Fork Set-Up/Change of Front Fork P. 11
> Pivot Maintenance P. 11
> Warranty P. 12
CONTENT
The Gambler should be adjusted exactly
to the current rider for reaching
maximum safety and fun while riding.
All adjustments should be done at the
local Scott dealer or following to this
manual.

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Gambler is the result of 2 years of research and deve-
lopment searching for one of the most versatile and
durable FR and DH bikes available on the market, but
still easy in set-up and maintenance.
Scott’s focus was to combine solid construction with
optimized kinematics. This respecting the demands of
riders concerning geometry, suspension characteristics,
low center of gravity and stiffness.
Gambler was designed for riders looking for a dual
suspended FR bike or a race oriented DH bike offering
rear wheel travel between 190 and 230 mm.
GAMBLER CONCEPT
GEOMETRY/TECHNICAL
DATA GAMBLER
Scott does not see frame, rear shock and kinematics as
single components which are assembled together on a
bike, but as a concept with all these components wor-
king together and offering an outrageous function by
matching perfectly.
The Gambler Concept is based on a new designed
multi-pivot technology.
In combination with the linear coil-over shock characte-
ristics the kinematics guarantees a progressive suspen-
sion, adapted to smooth riding (beginning of travel) as
well as extreme jumps (end of travel).
Size Head angle HT Length TT Horizont. Seat angle Top ST CST Length BB OS
Short 66.0° 115 (565) (72.0°) 418 430 25
Long 66.0° 115 (590) (72.0°) 418 430 25
Travel 190 / 210 / 230mm
Suspension Ratio 2.5 / 2.75 / 3.0
Piston stroke 76mm
Shock length (Eye to Eye) 241mm
Hardware Mainframe 22,2mm x 8mm
Hardware Swingarm 40mm x 8mm
Seatpost diameter 34,9mm
Headset 1 1/8“ or 1.5”, depending on headtube insert
Fork travel 180 - 200mm
Fork length 568mm
BB housing 83mm
Chainguide system ISCG / ISCG05 tab
Rear Hub Width 150mm
Bearings 2x61901 (24 x 12 x T6)
6x61902 (28 x 15 x T7)
FR VERSION
Size Head angle HT Length TT Horizont. Seat angle Top ST CST Length BB OS
Short 64.0° 115 (565) (72.0°) 418 440 25
Long 64.0° 115 (590) (72.0°) 418 440 25
DH VERSION

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On Gambler you can adjust the headangle within a few
minutes for a better handling depending on your riding
style and track condition/style.
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You need
- a 4mm Allen key bit for a tighening torque key
- a 56mm wrench (attached to this bike)
ADJUSTMENT
OF HEAD ANGLE
3. IMPORTANT:
Please make sure that there is no gap between the
collar on the downside of the insert and the head
tube clamp on the frame.
1. Loose the three screws on the head of the headtube
with a 4mm allen key but do not remove them
completely. These screws hold the insert in Place.
Please note that it is not necessary to disassemble
the fork or any other components.
2. Turn the insert with the 56mm wrench which is
attached to your bike/frameset. The slot of the insert
should always be in line with the slot of the
headtube clamp. The resulting angle is engraved in
the insert for both options.
4. tighten the 3 screws with 5Nm/44in-lbs
2 DIFFERENT
HEADTUBE INSERTS
On Gambler you have 2 options for the headset
diameter (1 1/8” and 1.5”).
You can order the headtube inserts via your local
Scott dealer with:
210127 Headtube Insert
Gambler 1 1/8”, 1size
210128 Headtube Insert
Gambler 1.5”, 1size
For removing/assemblying them please contact
your local Scott dealer as you might need some
special tools for the headset dis-/assembly as well
as a tightening torque key to fix the inserts in the
headtube section.
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3 DIFFERENT
REAR TRAVEL OPTIONS
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
FOR THE SET-UP
The Set-Up of the rear shock can be easy done within a
few minutes.
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Please make sure that the coil spring on the shock mat-
ches to your riding weight (including your riding gear).
We recommend following coil springs:
On Gambler you have 3 options for the rear travel as
shown on the drawing below:
Please read this manual and the manual of the rear
shock manufacturer carefully before you start the set-
up procedure.
In addition we strongly recommend using a tightening
torque key with a 6mm allen key insert.
To simplify the check of the SAG (= negative travel)
of the rear shock please use the “SAG-Boy” printed as
a beam on the cover of this manual.
SET-UP GAMBLER
Weight
(kg)
190 mm
rear travel
210 mm
rear travel
230 mm
rear travel
50 - 60 250 x 3.25 300 x 3.25 350 x 3.25
60 - 70 300 x 3.25 350 x 3.25 400 x 3.25
70 - 80 350 x 3.25 400 x 3.25 450 x 3.25
80 - 90 400 x 3.25 450 x 3.25 500 x 3.25
For fine tuning the SAG and the corresponding eye-to-eye distance of the shock bolts you can tighten or release
the pretension of the coil spring but please respect the maximum and minimum spring indications of the shock
manufacturer.
The eye-to-eye distance between the shock bolts should be in basic set up 212mm (40% SAG).
This length is also indicated on the cover of this manual by the colored beam of the SAG-Boy.
For further details on the shock set-up please follow the indications of the rear shock manufacturer
attached to this bike.

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“Rebound” describes the speed the shock comes back
to its original length after absorbing an obstacle.
By using the red rebound screw you can adjust the
rebound step by step.
Please refer to the following instruction:
Ride your bike off a pavement (remain in the saddle)
and check how many times it bounces.
- if it bounces 1-2 times, the set up is good.
- If it bounces more than 3 times the rebound is
too fast. Turn the screw 1-2 “clicks” clockwise
- If it does not bounce the rebound is too slow.
Turn the screw 1-2 “clicks” counter clockwise.
BASIC SET-UP
OF REBOUND
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Note that you have to mount the rear shock
always as shown underneath.
Mounting the rear shock in a different position
can cause severe damages to the frame, the
linkage levers and the rear shock.
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SET-UP OF
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nation.
If you want to use a different rear shock model than the
one originally on the bike, please make sure that the
shock will not in any position hit the frame and cause a
damage to the frame.
Please follow the instruction below:
Please make sure that the rear shock or its accessory
parts do not touch the frame when mounting or
suspending.
For doing so release the air/remove the coil, install the
shock and compress the shock completely.
If the shock touches the frame while doing so, do not
use this shock in order to avoid damage to frame,
swingarm or shock
ADJUSTMENT
OF SEATPOST-HEIGHT
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When lowering down the seatpost, please make
sure that it will not hit the shock below while
riding! This could result in serious damage on bike
parts and result in a dangerous riding condition.

The Gambler offers the possibility not only to change
drop out hanger in case of damage, you also can choo-
se between different 3 different drop outs of the Scott
IDS (Interchangeable Drop-Out System):
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IDS DROP OUT SYSTEM
FRONT FORK SET-UP/
CHANGE OF FRONT FORK
For the set up of the front fork please use the fork
specific manual attached to the bike.
We recommend using front forks with a travel between
180 and 200 mm (568mm fork length), as this will not
influence the geometry and alter handling of the bike.
PIVOT MAINTENANCE
The pivots and bearings on SCOTT Gambler are
extremely easy to maintain.
An external treatment with a grease spray after
every bike wash is all you have to do. We do not
recommend heavy grease sprays since these will
leave a film on the parts which is difficult to remo-
ve. We recommend the same for the chain also.
If you have to change the bearings you can order
them included in a service kit (Scott article number:
210126) at your local SCOTT dealer or buy them
with international parts number as shown above in
the specs list in a hardware store.
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Inline on Gambler DH you will find following drop out
(10mm longer as FR drop out):
Inline you will find on Gambler FR following drop out:
Another Option is SRAM-Maxle System for
12mm/150mm through axle hubs
(same length as your FR dropout), available at your
local authorized Scott dealer:

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Model __________________________
Year __________________________
Size __________________________
Frame __________________________
SCOTT bikes are made using the most innovative produc-
tion and quality methods. They are equipped with best
components of well known parts suppliers.
Doing so SCOTT warrants its frames and swingarms
for two years for defects in material and/or work-
manship in case of purchase of completely assembled
new bikes. The warranty period starts at the day of
purchase.
This warranty is limited to the first buyer, what means
the first person who uses the bike and only with the use
it was made for. The bike is to purchase via authorized
SCOTT-dealers to the exclusion of purchases via internet
auctions.
In case of a warranty claim the decision to repair or to
replace the defective part is up to SCOTT. Non defective
parts will only be replaced at the guarantee’s own
expense.
Wear and tear elements are not covered by the warranty.
You will find at the end of this manual a protocol for the
handing over of the bike which will remain in copy at
the SCOTT dealer after acceptance and signature of the
consumer.
It is obligatory to show this protocol of handing over
together with the bike or the defective part in case of
a warranty claim given that it provides evidence of
purchase. Otherwise no warranty is granted.
Claims must be made directly through an authorized
dealer with the protocol of handing over. For information
regarding the nearest dealer, write or call this company
or the national SCOTT distributor.
Normal wear, accident, neglect, abuse, improper assembly,
improper maintenance by other than an authorized dealer
or use of parts or devices not consistent with the use
originally intended for the bicycle as sold (downhill
races, freestyle, stunts) are not covered by this warranty.
Under reservation of national warrant of merchantability.
WARRANTYWARRANTY