Scott Genius 650B/27.5" User manual

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BIKE OWNER’S MANUAL 2015
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The Genius should be adjusted exactly to the current rider for
reaching maximum safety and fun while riding.
All adjustments should be done at your local SCOTT dealer or
following this manual’s instructions.
In order to avoid technical problems or any harm please contact in
case of doubts your authorized SCOTT dealer.
CONTENT
Genius Concept. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
Geometry/Technical Data Genius 650B/27.5”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Geometry/Technical Data Genius 29” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
TC Shock Technology/Twinloc Levers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Assembly of the Remote Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
FOX Nude Shock and Twinloc Remote Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Basic Set-Up of the Twinloc Remote Control of FOX Nude Shock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Basic Set-Up of the Twinloc Remote Control of Fox CTD Shock . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Recommended Tools for the Shock Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Set-Up Genius with FOX Nude or FOX CTD Shock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
SAG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Set-Up of Rebound FOX Nude or FOX CTD Shock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Set-Up of Other Shock Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Headset Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Bottom Bracket (BB) on Genius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adjustable BB Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Front Derailleur (FD) Mounting Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Chainguide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Genius Cable Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjustment of Seatpost-Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replaceable Dropout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Rear Disc Brake Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Front Fork Set-Up/Change of Front Fork. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Pivot Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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GENIUS CONCEPT
The new Genius is the result of 2 years of research and development for one of the
lightest trail/marathon bike frame set available on the market, hitting the scale at
below 2300g (5lbs) including the frame, FOX Nude /CTD shock and the unique
TWINLOC remote control.
SCOTT’s focus was not only on lightweight but also on a durable and stiff frame with
an innovative suspension technology in combination with an optimized kinematics of
the rear swingarm.
The combination of an optimized kinematics with an extraordinary suspension
technology closes the gap between superlight dual suspension race bikes (e.g.
SCOTT Spark) and the new generation of all-mountain bikes (e.g. SCOTT Genius LT).
Genius was designed for riders looking for a dual suspended trail and marathon bike
offering a maximum rear wheel travel of 150mm (27.5”)/130mm (29”).
SCOTT does not see frame and rear shock as single components which are
assembled together on a bike, but as a concept with all these components working
together and offering an outrageous function by matching perfectly.
The Genius Concept is based on a multi-pivot technology.
The damping performance was improved in comparison to the already famous
“old” Genius, and with reworking also the kinematics we were able to reach a better
progression in the end of the stroke/travel of the swingarm.
The SCOTT system, using the Nude shock, named TC (Traction Control) will allow
you to reduce by remote control the rear wheel travel from 150mm (27.5”)/130mm
(29”) to 100mm (27.5”)/90mm (29”) including a more progressive spring rate but
still offering a supple break away. In addition the SAG is reduced and the geometry
gets steeper.
Some models of Genius use also the FOX CTD shock which offers instead of the
Traction Mode a Platform (Ride Mode) in between Lock-out Mode and Descent Mode
No power will be lost and an optimum power transfer is guaranteed as the swingarm,
in contrary to locked or automatic-locking systems, can follow the trail surface and
will offer perfect traction and higher speed while standing on the pedals.
GEOMETRY/TECHNICAL DATA GENIUS 650B/27.5”
Travel 150/100/0mm
Suspension
Ratio
2.72
Piston stroke 55mm
Shock length
(Eye to Eye)
200mm
Hardware
Mainframe
22.2mm x 6mm
Hardware
Swingarm
22.2mm x 6mm
Seatpost
diameter
31.6mm
Headset semi integr. for tapered 1 1/8-1.5
(44/54.9mm Inner diameter of frame) or
with 1 1/8 straight (44.0mm)
Fork travel 150mm
Fork length 544mm
BB housing BB PF 92
Front derailleur Shimano E-Type/SRAM S3 direct mount
Bearings 2 x IGUS / 6 x 6802 (24 x 15 x 5)
Max Tire Width 57mm/2.25”
S S M M L L XL XL
LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING
AHEAD TUBE
ANGLE 67.9 ° 68.4 ° 67. 9 ° 68.4 ° 67.9 ° 68.4 ° 67. 9 ° 68.4 °
BHEAD TUBE
LENGTH 100.0 mm 3.9 in 100.0 mm 3.9 in 110.0 mm 4.3 in 110.0 mm 4.3 in 120.0 mm 4.7 in 120.0 mm 4.7 in 135.0 mm 5.3 in 135 .0 mm 5.3 in
CTOP TUB E
HORIZONTAL 569.9 mm 22.4 in 568.6 mm 22.4 in 599.9 mm 23.6 in 598.6 mm 23.6 in 624.9 mm 24.6 in 623.6 mm 24.6 in 649.9 mm 25.6 in 648.6 mm 25.5 in
DSTANDOVER
HEIGHT 773.1 mm 30.4 in 775 .9 mm 30.5 in 774 . 6 mm 30.5 in 777.6 mm 30.6 in 807.0 mm 31.8 in 810.4 mm 31.9 in 809.0 mm 31.9 in 812.4 mm 32.0 in
EBB OFFSET -11.6 mm -0.5 in -6.1 mm -0.2 in -11.6 mm -0.5 in -6.1 mm -0. 2 in -11.6 mm -0.5 in -6.1 mm -0.2 in -11.6 mm -0.5 in -6.1 mm -0. 2 in
FBB HEIGHT 344.9 mm 13.6 in 350.4 mm 13.8 in 344.9 mm 13.6 in 350.4 mm 13.8 in 344.9 mm 13.6 in 350.4 mm 13.8 in 344.9 mm 13.6 in 350.4 mm 13.8 in
GWHEEL BASE 1,122.7 mm 44.2 in 1,121.8 mm 44.2 in 1,153.8 mm 45.4 in 1,152.9 mm 45.4 in 1,179.9 mm 46.5 in 1,179.0 mm 46.4 in 1,206.6 mm 47. 5 i n 1,205.7 mm 47.5 in
HBB CENTER TO
TOPTUBE CENTER
IBB CENTER TO TOP
OF SEATTUBE 415.0 mm 16.3 in 415.0 mm 16.3 in 440.0 mm 17.3 in 440.0 mm 1 7. 3 i n 475.0 mm 18.7 in 475.0 mm 18.7 in 510.0 mm 20.1 in 510.0 mm 20.1 in
JSEAT ANGLE 74.0 ° 74 . 5 ° 74 . 0 ° 74.5 ° 74.0 ° 74.5 ° 74.0 ° 74.5 °
KCHAINS TAY 439.0 mm 1 7. 3 in 439.0 mm 17. 3 i n 439.0 mm 17. 3 i n 439.0 mm 17. 3 i n 439.0 mm 17. 3 i n 439.0 mm 17. 3 in 439.0 mm 17. 3 i n 439.0 mm 17. 3 i n
LREACH 401.4 mm 15.8 in 406.1 mm 16.0 in 428.7 mm 16.9 in 433.4 mm 17.1 in 451.1 mm 1 7. 8 in 455.7 mm 17.9 in 472.1 mm 18.6 in 476.7 mm 18.8 in
MSTAC K 588.8 mm 23.2 in 585 .5 mm 23.1 in 598.1 mm 23.5 in 594.7 mm 23 .4 in 607. 3 mm 23.9 in 603.9 mm 23.8 in 621.2 mm 24.5 in 617.7 m m 24.3 in
NSTEM LENGTH 60.0 mm 2.4 in 60.0 mm 2.4 in 70.0 mm 2.8 in 70.0 mm 2.8 in 80.0 mm 3.1 in 80.0 mm 3.1 in 90.0 mm 3.5 in 90.0 mm 3.5 in

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GEOMETRY/TECHNICAL DATA GENIUS 29”
Travel 130/90/0mm
Suspension
Ratio
2.60
Piston stroke 50mm
Shock length
(Eye to Eye)
190mm
Hardware
Mainframe
22.2mm x 6mm
Hardware
Swingarm
22.2mm x 6mm
Seatpost
diameter
31.6mm
Headset semi integr. for tapered 1 1/8-1.5
(44/54.9mm Inner diameter of frame) or
with 1 1/8 straight (44.0mm)
Fork travel 130mm
Fork length 540mm
BB housing BB PF 92
Front derailleur Shimano E-Type/SRAM S3 direct mount
Bearings 2 x IGUS / 6 x 6802 (24 x 15 x 5)
Max Tire Width 57mm/2.25”
S S M M L L XL XL
LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING LOW BB SETTING HIGH BB SETTING
AHEAD TUBE
ANGLE 68.9 ° 69.4 ° 68.9 ° 69.4 ° 69.0 ° 69.4 ° 69.0 ° 69.4 °
BHEAD TUBE
LENGTH 100.0 mm 3.9 in 100.0 mm 3.9 in 100.0 mm 3.9 in 100.0 mm 3.9 in 110.0 mm 4.3 in 110.0 mm 4.3 in 120.0 mm 4.7 in 120.0 mm 4.7 in
CTOP TUB E
HORIZONTAL 570.3 mm 22.5 in 569.0 mm 22.4 in 600.3 mm 23.6 in 598.9 mm 23.6 in 625.2 mm 24.6 in 623.8 mm 24.6 in 650.2 mm 25.6 in 648.8 mm 25.5 in
DSTANDOVER
HEIGHT 770.4 mm 30.3 in 772.8 mm 30.4 in 772.8 mm 30.4 in 775. 5 mm 30.5 in 803.0 mm 31.6 in 806.1 mm 31.7 in 800.6 mm 31.5 in 803.8 mm 31.6 in
EBB OFFSET -34.5 mm -1.4 in -29.1 mm -1.1 in -34.5 mm -1.4 in -29.0 mm -1.1 in -34.0 mm -1.3 in -28.5 mm -1.1 in -34.0 mm -1.3 in -28.4 mm -1.1 in
FBB HEIGHT 335.5 mm 13.2 in 340.9 mm 13.4 in 335.5 mm 13. 2 in 341.0 mm 13.4 in 336.0 mm 13.2 in 341.5 mm 13.4 in 336.0 mm 13. 2 in 341.6 mm 13.4 in
GWHEEL BASE 1,112.2 mm 43.8 in 1,111.8 mm 43.8 in 1,142.2 mm 45.0 in 1,141.8 mm 45.0 in 1,168.0 mm 46.0 in 1,1 6 7. 6 mm 46.0 in 1,193.9 mm 47. 0 in 1,193.5 mm 47. 0 in
HBB CENTER TO
TOPTUBE CENTER
IBB CENTER TO TOP
OF SEATTUBE 415.0 mm 16.3 in 415.0 mm 16.3 in 440.0 mm 17.3 in 440.0 mm 1 7. 3 i n 475.0 mm 18.7 in 475.0 mm 18.7 in 510.0 mm 20.1 in 510.0 mm 20.1 in
JSEAT ANGLE 73.9 ° 74.4 ° 73.9 ° 74.4 ° 74.0 ° 74 . 4 ° 74.0 ° 74. 4 °
KCHAINS TAY 450.0 mm 17.7 in 449.0 mm 1 7.7 in 450.0 mm 1 7.7 in 449.0 mm 17.7 in 449.9 mm 17. 7 in 448.9 mm 17.7 in 449.9 mm 17. 7 in 448.9 mm 17.7 in
LREACH 394.2 mm 15.5 in 399.2 mm 15.7 in 424.2 mm 16.7 in 429.1 mm 16.9 in 4 47.1 m m 17.6 in 451. 8 mm 17.8 in 469.4 mm 18.5 in 474 .1 mm 18.7 in
MSTAC K 770.4 mm 30.3 in 772.8 mm 30.4 in 772.8 mm 30.4 in 775.5 mm 30.5 in 803.0 mm 31.6 in 806.1 mm 31.7 in 800.6 mm 31.5 in 803.8 mm 31.6 in
NSTEM LENGTH 60.0 mm 2.4 in 60.0 mm 2.4 in 70.0 mm 2.8 in 70.0 mm 2.8 in 80.0 mm 3.1 in 80.0 mm 3.1 in 90.0 mm 3.5 in 90.0 mm 3.5 in
TC SHOCK TECHNOLOGY/TWINLOC LEVERS
The heart of the TC-System is the FOX Nude Shock made by FOX, offering three
functions which make this system possible.
The TWINLOC XL remote control lever is the evolution of the already outstanding
TRACLOC system of SCOTT.
While TRACLOC allowed only the change on the SCOTT TC rear shocks between
the SCOTT patented Lock-out, traction and full-mode on the fly from the handlebar,
the TWINLOC allows also the remote control of the front fork to shift between
lock-out and open mode at the same time when you change the modes on the
SCOTT rear shox.
In combination with FOX 34 CTD or FOX 32 CTD forks it is also possible to have a
platform mode on the fork.
The 3 modes of CTCD in combination with FOX Nude are:
- Climb Mode : lock-out rear, lock-out front
- Traction Mode: traction mode rear (incl. Geometry change and reduced travel),
platform mode front
- Descent Mode: full travel rear (Descent), full travel front
The 3 modes of CTD in combination with the FOX CTD shock are:
- Climb Mode : lock-out rear, lock-out front
- Ride Mode: platform (Ride) mode rear, platform mode front
- Descent Mode: full travel rear (Descent), full travel front
Therefore SCOTT offers 2 different TWINLOC levers with following fork/rear shock
combinations:
- FOX Nude with different rolls for FOX CTD fork and RockShox DNA 3 fork
(SCOTTArticle number: 230097)
- FOX CTD with different rolls for FOX CTD fork and RockShox DNA 3 fork
(SCOTTArticle number: 230098)
Please note that the FOX CTD rear shock does not offer a traction mode, but a
platform mode. In contrary to FOX Nude the air-chamber volume of the positive
chamber remains the same throughout the different modes
IMPORTANT!
You can only assemble the TWINLOC remote lever in “left side upward position” on
the handlebar.

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You have 3 positions of the TWINLOC remote lever.
1. LOCK OUT MODE:
the shock is locked; climbing on asphalt roads is now possible without any power
loss. Simultaneous a blow-off-system prevents the shock being damaged in case the
rider did not open the system while crossing obstacles.
2. TRACTION/RIDE MODE:
For Traction: by reducing the internal chamber volume inside the shock the travel of
the shock will be reduced to around 80% (approx. 120/104mm) the characteristic of
the air spring gets harder, the SAG is shorter and the geometry steeper. This results
in climbing without “bobbing” and offers still optimum traction of the rear wheel.
For Ride: by adding a platform on the compression damping system the shock will
not bounce while standing on the pedals
3. DESCENT MODE:
full travel of 150/130mm (27. 5”/2 9”)
You will find the following positions on the remote lever:
For the assembly of the remote control of the front fork lock-out 2 different cable
rolls which are changeable are existing.
The different roll for the pull of the fork remote cable can be changed within few
minutes to adapt the lever to your fork model/brand.
You will see on the downside of the roll the indication of the fork brand or the
fork model.
SCOTT offers 2 different TWINLOC levers with following fork/rear shock
combinations:
- FOX Nude with different rolls for FOX CTD fork and RockShox DNA 3 fork (SCOTT
Article number: 230097)
- FOX CTD with different rolls for FOX CTD fork and RockShox DNA 3 fork (SCOTT
Article number: 230098)
Please kindly note that the cable roll of a RockShox DNA3 or FOX CTD fork-lever
is not interchangeable with the regular rolls of 2 step forks. You need to use
another lever!
For more details please contact your authorized SCOTT dealer.
To change the rolls to match another fork brand pls follow the drawings below:
ROLL FORK MOUNTING
ROLL FORK UNMOUNTING

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ASSEMBLY OF THE REMOTE CABLE
IMPORTANT!
Please make sure the lockout of SRAM/RockShox or FOX fork is activated after
transport correctly. Therefore please compress fork 5-10 times before following the
manual on remote cable installation and adjustment.
The lever should show on the downside of the cable roll the brand name of the fork
you are going to use. Please do not try to use a RockShox roll with a FOX fork or
vice versa.
1. To assemble the cable please bring
the lever into the Descent Mode,
push the cable into the lever-
eyelet as shown on drawing below,
push it through the pre-cut cable
housing and fix it at the assembly
unit on top of the right side of the
fork crown.
2. Fix the cable with the 2mm allen screw on the barrel
adjuster on the fork crown with a tightening torque of
0.9Nm/8 lb/in, cut the cable and secure it with a cable
end-cap. Please refer for this action also to the manual
of SRAM/RockShox or FOX attached to the bike.
TIP:
To check for accurate cable tension, please try to move the plastic end cap of the
cable housing at the barrel adjuster on the remote lever. There should be “no-play”
between cap and barrel adjuster. In case of “play” please turn the barrel adjuster
clockwise until “no-play”.
FOX NUDE SHOCK AND TWINLOC REMOTE CONTROL
LEVER
In the drawing of the shock and remote lever, shown below, you will see the parts
indicated with numbers which will be used in the manual for the adjustment and setup.
Parts List
S1 Front eyelet/ Shock Bolt
S2 Rear eyelet/ Shock Bolt
S3 Shock Housing
S4 Rebound-Adjuster Knob
S5 Positive Chamber Valve
S6 Remote Control Wheel
S7 Cable Fixing Screw
(hidden behind remote wheel)
S8 Shock Piston
S9 SAG Indicator (o-ring on piston)
L1 Remote Lever
L2 Release button
L3 Remote Control Cables
L4 Cable Tension Screw Fork Remote
L5 Cable Tension Screw Shock Remote

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BASIC SET-UP OF THE TWINLOC REMOTE CONTROL OF
FOX NUDE SHOCK
To ensure perfect function of the FOX Nude shock it is very important to follow the
steps shown below exactly.
On Genius Carbon frames you will find an internal cable routing.
1. loosen the cable fixing screw (S7) by
turning it counter clockwise with a 2mm
allen key.
Push the inner cable first through the remote
lever in the upper cable routing of the lever and
then through the cable housing as shown below
inside the toptube.
On Genius alloy frames a regular
outside cable routing, the outer
cable housing is fixed on cable
mount ports with cable zippers.
2. insert a new cable via lever hole and
cable housing and push it into the
shock as shown around the remote
wheel (S6).
3. tighten the cable and fix the cablefixing
screw (S7) by turning it clockwise with
a 2mm allen key and a max. tightening
torque of 1.6Nm.
4. Check that the
handlebar lever
is in the traction
position. Refer to the
diagram below.
5. cut the cable approx. 20mm away from
the remote wheel. Fix it by squeezing it
with pliers.
6. push a cable end-cap on the cable until
it touches the end of the cable. Fix it by
squeezing it with pliers.

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BASIC SET-UP OF THE TWINLOC REMOTE CONTROL OF
FOX CTD SHOCK
The assembly of the remote cable and the setup of the FOX CTD rear shock is very
similar to the abovementioned assembly and setup of the FOX Nude.
For more details on the FOX CTD please follow the details shown in the manuals of
FOX attached to this bike
RECOMMENDED TOOLS FOR THE SHOCK SET-UP
For the set-up of the shock we recommend to use a shock pump with a scale up
to 20 bars/300 psi with a special air valve connector preventing from air getting
away while removing the pump from the shock valve, this will result in an exact air
pressure.
SET-UP GENIUS WITH FOX NUDE OR FOX CTD SHOCK
The Set-Up of the FOX Nude or FOX CTD Shock can be easy done within a few
minutes.
IMPORTANT!
For all adjustments of the air spring the remote lever has to be in position “alltravel”
To adjust the air pressure of the air chamber of the FOX Nude or FOX CTD Shock
please refer to the following instruction:
1. Remove the valve cap of the valve (s5) located on the shock housing (S3).
2. Mount the shock pump with its adaptor on the valve
3. Please take into account that it takes some air pressure from inside the shock to
drive the indicator on the pump. Make sure to balance at least this air loss when
you make a check of the air pressure of the shock. Pls also note that the indicators
of shock pumps have a tolerance of max. 10%
4. Please use the FOX iRD App available at the iTunes App store with following link:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fox-intelligent-ride-dynamics/
id549035102?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4)
5. After downloading the app on your mobile gear please follow the steps shown in
the app and inflate the shock according to the air pressure indicated.When you
reached the needed pressure remove the pump and put the valve cap on the valve
Please note that air will flow into the hose and indicator when counterchecking the
air pressure, so you have to set up again the recommended pressure after this action.
Make sure to balance at least this air loss when you make a check of the air pressure
of the shock. Please also note that the indicators of shock pumps have a tolerance of
max. 10%.

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SAG
The SAG should be 14mm (27.5”/650B) respectively 12.5mm (29”) on the shock
piston.
To check the adjustment, please follow as shown below:
1. sit on the bike, put your feet on the pedal
2. put your feet back on the ground and stand over the bike without bouncing the
bike during this action
3. check if the o-ring (S9) on the shock piston (S8) has a distance of 14/12.5mm to
the main dust wiper/seal between shock housing and piston.
- if the distance between the o-ring and the main dust wiper/seal is 14/12.5mm, the
air pressure is matching to your weight
- if the distance between the o-ring and the main dust wiper/seal is less than
14/12.5mm, the air pressure of the air chamber is too high and should be carefully
reduced by using the bleed knob of the shock pump until the distance is
14/12.5mm.
- if the distance between the main dust wiper/seal is bigger than 14/12.5mm the air
pressure of the air chamber is too low and should be increased by using the shock
pump until the distance is 14/12.5mm.
SET-UP OF REBOUND FOX NUDE OR FOX CTD SHOCK
“Rebound” describes the speed the shock comes back to its original length after
absorbing an obstacle.
By using the rebound adjuster knob (S4) 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 knob 1-2 “clicks”
clockwise
- If it does not bounce the rebound is too slow. Turn the knob 1-2 “clicks” counter
clockwise.
IMPORTANT!
Note that you have to mount the FOX Nude Shock always as shown below.
Mounting the rear shock in a different position can cause severe damage to the
frame, the linkage levers and the rear shock.
Same for the FOX CTD on some of the Genius models.
IMPORTANT!
After a dismantlement of the rear shock, both fixing bolts should be tightened with a
tightening torque of 10Nm/88in-lbs.
If this is not done correctly the rear shock can be damaged.

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SET-UP OF OTHER SHOCK MODELS
SCOTT strongly recommends using only the FOX Nude (FOX CTD shock) with the
Genius bike, as we designed both parts for a perfect matching combination with a
linear suspension rate.
Also on those shock models the SAG should be 14/12.5mm.
Other Shock Models on Genius
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.
HEADSET OPTIONS
Genius features a tapered headset and fork
steerer system to match with semi-integrated
headsets of the “50-61”mm range with ID of
Headtube of 44.0mm on top and 54.9mm on
the lower end.
Ritchey WCS Carbon Zero Tapered PF 50-61mm 18mm UD PRD 13636
Ritchey PRO Tapered PF 50-61mm 12.9mm PRD 13640
It is also possible to use forks with a standard 1 1/8” steerer tube when using a
reducer headset such as e.g.
Ritchey WCS Carbon Zero Tapered PF 50-61mm 18mm UD for 1 1/18" fork PRD 14860
BOTTOM BRACKET (BB) ON GENIUS
All frames of Genius (carbon and alloy) have a BB shell for BB92PF standard.
This matches to several bearing and crankset models of Shimano, SRAM, FSA
and others.
Please note that you do not need anymore a spacer on the right side of the
bearing cup between frame housing and bearing cup.

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ADJUSTABLE BB HEIGHT
On Genius bikes equipped with the FOX Nude or the FOX CTD shock you can adjust
the BB height above ground in 2 positions by flipping a geometry chip located on the
linkage bar shock mount.
1. low BB for lower center of gravity over ground
2. high BB for bigger clearance between pedals/crankset and obstacles on
the ground
GENIUS 700 GENIUS 900
LOW POSITION
HEAD ANGLE 67.9 ° 69.0°
BB HEIGHT 345mm 335mm
HIGH POSITION
HEAD ANGLE 68.4° 69.5°
BB HEIGHT 351mm 340mm
IMPORTANT!
It is not possible to use this geometry chip with other shock models than the FOX
Nude or FOX CTD.
The shock might collide with parts of the frame or linkage bar.
FRONT DERAILLEUR (FD) MOUNTING DETAILS
On all Genius frames you will find
a Shimano E-type front derailleur
but fixed directly on the swingarm
without the plate that is fixed
normally between the bottom
bracket bearing cup and the
bottom bracket housing of the
front triangle or a SRAM Direct
Mount Type S3 FD.
Please note that you always need
to use the adapter plate attached
to the bike or frame set between
chainstay and front derailleur.
This adapter can be ordered at the SCOTT distribution with parts number:
229728 FD Mount Genius 2013 700-650B
229729 FD Mount Genius 2013 900-29
Please note that the 2 sizes of the adapters are not interchangeable!

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CHAINGUIDE
The Carbon as well as the alloy frames of Genius can be fitted with ISCG chainguide
systems.
A set of all spare parts for this action can be ordered via the SCOTT distribution with:
229730 ISCG adaptor Genius 2013
Details for the assembly on the carbon frames of Genius:
The adaptor must be used in order to assemble the chainblocker on the ISCG05
chainguide system.
Please note that you need to assemble the chainblocker exactly the way as shown
below and use all parts of the set.
Please also respect the different assembly
positions for SRAM and Shimano front derailleurs
For 2x10 drivetrains you need to use 2x2.5mm
washers, for 3x10 drive trains 1x2.5mm washers
between adaptor/frame and the chainblocker as
shown above.
Details for the assembly on the alloy frames of Genius:
You can assemble the chainblocker directly on the integrated ISCG05 mount on the
BB shell.
Please respect the different assembly positions for SRAM and Shimano front
derailleurs.
GENIUS CABLE ROUTING
The direct and straight cable system on all our full suspension models offers perfect
shifting performance combined with lightweight and high resistance against water
and dirt.
CARBON FRONT FRAMES
The carbon frames of Genius have an internal
shifting cable routing with cable stops on the
front end of the downtube as shown in the
drawing below.

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Please note that the inner cables need to cross each
other 1 time on the inside of the downtube before
you pull them out through the cable slot on the
lower downside of the downtube.
Push the cables through the cable guide as shown
below and fix the cable guide on the downtube with
a 3mm allen key and a tightening torque of max.
4Nm/35in/lbf.
Push the outer cable housings on the cables into the
cable guide but make sure to respect the needed
length as shown in the next drawing!
Please make sure to respect the 40mm distance between the cables and the BB
(bottom bracket) housing to avoid “ghost-shifting” and/or damages on the shift
cables and brake hose.
For the rear brake please assemble the cable as
shown in the following drawings:
Please keep in mind to have a minimum distance
of 40mm between the brake hose and the BB
housing as abovementioned!
Please fix the brake hose and the remote seatpost
cable housing (if applicable) on the frame on the
cable mounts with the mount clips by following
the routing info as shown below:
Please secure the clamps with a cable zipper as
shown in the drawing below:
The cable guide can be ordered via the SCOTT distribution with parts number:
229723 BB Cable Guide Genius (f. Carbon Frame)

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In addition to the derailleur
cables and the brake hose you
also will see a possibility for
an integrated cable routing
of the seatpost remote on the
carbon version of Genius.
In order to seal the housing
ports on the frame you should
use the plugs attached to
the bike.
ALLOY FRONT FRAMES
Please fix the derailleur cable housings, the
brake hose and the remote seatpost cable
housing (if applicable) on the frame on the
cable mounts with the mount clips by following
the routing info as shown below:
Please tighten the mount bolt with a
max. of 4Nm.
229724 Cable Clamping Set Genius alloy 2013 one size
ADJUSTMENT OF SEATPOST-HEIGHT
IMPORTANT!
The seatpost has to be inserted into the seattube at a minimum of 100mm.
Never use another seatpost diameter than 31.6mm or try to use a shim/reducer
between seatpost and frame.
Please make sure to respect the 40mm distance between the cables and the BB
(bottom bracket) housing to avoid “ghost-shifting” and/or damages on the shift
cables and brake hose.
For the rear brake please assemble the cable as shown in the following drawings:

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For 185mm rotor diameter you will need 2 red anodized spacers that can be ordered
via the SCOTT distribution with:
219568 Brake Mount Adapt.Spacers 4mm f/185mm
For the 200mm rotors please use for: SRAM/Avid: “+20mm” adapter
Shimano: F180PP2
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 of 150mm (27.5”) and 130mm (29”), as
this will not influence the geometry and alter handling of the bike.
For details on the technical length of the recommended forks please refer to the
Tech Info Chart before mentioned.
PIVOT MAINTENANCE
The pivot and bearings on SCOTT Genius 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 remove. We recommend the same for the chain also.
If you have to change the bearings you can order them included in a service kit at
your local SCOTT dealer or buy them with international parts number as shown
above in the specs list in a hardware store.
In case of a change of the bearings or of the rear swingarm you should contact your
local SCOTT dealer as you need special tools for disassembly and assembly.
REPLACEABLE DROPOUT
On Genius bikes of model year 2013 you can replace the rear derailleur hanger.
Depending on the different models you’ll find following options:
1. 142mm axle with RWS 142/12
This is available via the SCOTT distribution:
219574 complete set of RWS 142/12
219577 right side replaceable RD hanger
2. 135mm axle with RWS 135/5
This is available via the SCOTT distribution:
219572 complete set of RWS 135/5
219575 right side replaceable RD hanger
3. Regular 135mm rear axle with QR
This is available via the SCOTT distribution:
206473 replaceable hanger
If you want to use another RWS standard SCOTT also offers after-market parts for
specific wheelsets for the following parts via the SCOTT distribution:
219574 RWS 135/12 parts set
219576 right side replaceable RD hanger
REAR DISC BRAKE MOUNT
Genius can be used with 3 different disc rotor sizes on the rear brake.
The rear disc brake on Genius is Postmount
(PM) Standard on the left seatstay and it is
possible to use disc rotors with 180, 185 and
200mm diameter.
Please note that for the assembly of 185 and
200mm rotors you might need adapters/
washers between the PM port on the frame
and the brake calliper.

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SCOTT bikes are made using the most innovative production and quality methods. They
are equipped with best components of well known parts suppliers.
Doing so SCOTT warrants its frames and swingarms for five years (subject to compliance
with maintenance ranges, see below) and SCOTT forks (provided it is a fork of SCOTT) for
two years for defects in material and/or workmanship in case of purchase of completely
assembled bikes.
This warranty of 5 years for the frames shall only be granted in case once a year a
maintenance service has been effected according to maintenance requirements as set
forth in this manual by an authorised SCOTT dealer.
The authorised SCOTT dealer shall confirm the effected annual maintenance service by
stamp and signature.
In case such an annual maintenance service has not been effected the warranty of 5years
for the frame shall be reduced to 3 years.
Costs for maintenance and service have to be born by the owner of the SCOTT bike.
On Gambler, Voltage Fr and Volt-X the warranty period is limited to 2 years.
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. Furthermore, this warranty is limited to purchases via authorized SCOTT-dealers
The warranty is solely granted in case of purchase of a completely assembled bike to the
explicit exclusion of purchases of not completely assembled bikes.
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.
Fair wear and tear is not covered by the warranty.
A complete list of all parts of wear and tear can be found in the next chapter of this
manual.
In addition, 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 defective part
in case of a warranty claim given that it provides evidence of purchase. Otherwise no
warranty is granted.
In principle, this warranty is granted worldwide. Claims must be made through an
authorized dealer, 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 are not covered by this warranty.
Hereby SCOTT grants a voluntarily manufacturer’s warranty. Additional entitlements
according to national warrant of merchantability are reserved.
For warranty info on the Fox Nude shock please refer to the attached manual of Fox Nude.
Model .............................................................................
Year ...............................................................................
Size ................................................................................
Frame Nr. ..........................................................................
Shock Nr. ..........................................................................
Date of purchase ...................................................................
WARRANTY WARRANTY