The SCOTT Gambler 2020 is a high-performance mountain bike designed for downhill riding, offering extensive adjustability and robust construction. This user manual provides comprehensive guidance on its setup, maintenance, and features, ensuring optimal safety and performance for the rider.
Function Description
The SCOTT Gambler 2020 is engineered to provide an exhilarating and safe downhill riding experience. Its core function revolves around a highly adjustable frame and suspension system that can be precisely tailored to the rider's preferences and terrain. The bike's design emphasizes stability, control, and durability, making it suitable for aggressive downhill trails. The frame incorporates internal cable routing, which protects cables from damage and contributes to a clean aesthetic. The adjustable geometry allows riders to fine-tune the bike's handling characteristics, adapting it for different wheel sizes (27.5" or 29") and chainstay lengths. The suspension system, with 200mm of travel, is designed to absorb significant impacts, providing a smooth and controlled ride over rough terrain. The bike also features specific components like a robust seatpost and a secure rear axle system, all contributing to its overall performance and rider safety.
Usage Features
The SCOTT Gambler 2020 offers a range of usage features that enhance its adaptability and rider experience:
- Geometry/Technical Data Adjustability: The bike's geometry can be extensively adjusted to match the rider's style and the demands of the trail. This includes head tube angle, BB offset, BB height, and chainstay length. These adjustments allow for a personalized setup, optimizing the bike for maximum safety and fun.
- Suspension Setup: The front and rear suspension can be set up to achieve the best possible ride. While basic adjustments can be made by the rider, SCOTT recommends having major adjustments carried out by an authorized dealer to ensure precision and safety. Detailed information on suspension setup is available through external resources provided in the manual.
- Wheel Size Compatibility: A key feature of the MY20 SCOTT Gambler is its ability to accommodate both 27.5" and 29" wheel sizes. This is achieved through a flip chip on the rear axle, which allows riders to switch between wheel sizes and adjust the wheelbase accordingly. When changing wheel size, it's crucial to also adjust the rear brake caliper position to match the new wheel position.
- Chain Stay Position Adjustment: The bike offers options for both short and long chain stay positions. This adjustment is managed through the flip chip on the rear axle and corresponding brake mount holes. For the short chain stay position, the brake mount uses the rear mount holes (most forward position) and the flip chip has the axle in the forward position. For the long chain stay position, the brake mount uses the front mount holes (most rear position) and the flip chip has the axle in the rear position. These adjustments allow riders to fine-tune the bike's stability and maneuverability.
- BB Height and Progression Adjust: The lower shock mount is adaptable for both high and low BB height settings, which also influences the suspension progression. It is recommended to set the flip chip in the "High" position when 27.5" wheels are fitted. This feature allows riders to optimize the bike's ground clearance and suspension feel.
- Maximum Seatpost Insertion: The Gambler has specific limits for seatpost insertion, with only 15mm of up and down movement available. Riders must cut the seatpost to the required length, ensuring it stays within the recommended maximum (155mm) and minimum (140mm) insertion limits to prevent damage and ensure safety.
- Internal Cable Routing: The MY20 Gambler features internal cable routing, which protects the brake hose and gear cable from external damage and keeps them neatly tucked away. The headtube cable guides double as bump stops for triple clamp forks, offering some protection against frame or fork contact, though 100% protection is not guaranteed. Foam tubing is recommended around the hoses inside the down tube to prevent rattling, enhancing the riding experience. Head tube cable guide entries can be swapped depending on rider preference or country of use.
- Dropout Securing Bolt: When fitting the rear axle, it's important to ensure the groove in the head of the axle meets the dropout securing nut correctly, and the dropout securing bolt is tightened to 1.5NM. It is normal for the rear derailleur and dropout to feel loose without the wheel fitted; over-tightening the securing bolt is not necessary as this movement will disappear once the wheel is installed.
Maintenance Features
Proper maintenance is crucial for the longevity and safe operation of the SCOTT Gambler 2020. The manual highlights several key maintenance features and recommendations:
- Regular Checks and Maintenance: Basic maintenance and checks should be performed regularly before each ride, as specified in the Quick Start Manual. All adjustments should be carried out with thread-loc and correct torques observed.
- Authorized Dealer for Adjustments: SCOTT strongly recommends that all major adjustments, especially those related to geometry and suspension, be carried out by a local authorized SCOTT dealer. This ensures precision and avoids technical problems or harm.
- Pivot Maintenance: The pivots and bearings on the SCOTT Gambler are designed for easy maintenance. If bearings or bushes need to be changed, it is advised to consult a local SCOTT dealer, as special tools and procedures are required for disassembly and reassembly.
- Water Repellent Treatment: To prolong the life of pivot bearings, an external treatment with water repellent is recommended after every bike wash. This helps repel excess water and prevent corrosion. Heavy grease sprays are not recommended as they can leave a difficult-to-remove film on parts.
- Brake System Care: It is crucial to prevent spray or oils from coming into contact with the disc brake pads or rotor, as this can severely impair braking performance.
- Cleaning and Care: The manual refers to links in the Quick Start Manual for detailed instructions on how to wash and care for the SCOTT bike, ensuring its components remain in good condition.
- Spare Parts Availability: A list of useful spare parts, such as dropout and geo chip, rear axle, brake mount, chain guide, bash guard, and cable guide kit, is provided. Riders are advised to contact their SCOTT dealer for the purchase and fitting of these parts.
- Warranty Conditions: The bike comes with a voluntary manufacturer's warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty period for frames and swingarms is five years, and for forks, two years, from the date of purchase, subject to prior registration on www.scott-sports.com within 10 days of purchase. The five-year warranty for frames and swingarms is contingent on annual maintenance service being performed and confirmed by stamp and signature. Without annual service, the frame warranty reduces to three years. For Gambler, Voltage FR, and Volt-X models, the warranty period is limited to two years. Repaired or replaced products are covered for the remainder of the original warranty period. The warranty does not cover defects from wear and tear, accidents, neglect, improper handling, or unauthorized repairs. SCOTT recommends using only authorized dealers for maintenance and repairs to avoid voiding the warranty.
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