The SCOTT Ransom is a full-suspension mountain bike designed for aggressive trail riding and enduro. This manual provides essential information for its setup, maintenance, and safe operation.
Function Description:
The SCOTT Ransom is engineered to provide a high-performance riding experience across challenging terrain. Its full-suspension design, featuring 170mm front and rear travel, is optimized for absorbing impacts and maintaining traction on technical descents and climbs. The bike incorporates SCOTT's proprietary TwinLoc system, allowing riders to adjust the suspension settings (Open, Traction Control, Lockout) on the fly, adapting the bike's characteristics to different trail conditions. This system enhances climbing efficiency and descending control by simultaneously adjusting fork and shock compression and travel. The Ransom is designed for riders seeking a versatile and capable enduro bike that can handle demanding trails with confidence.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Frame: Full suspension, designed for 170mm front and 170mm rear travel.
- Wheel Size Compatibility: The frame is compatible with both 29-inch and 27.5-inch wheels, adjustable via a flip chip.
- Seatpost Diameter: 31.6 mm.
- Seatpost Clamp Diameter: 34.9 mm.
- Shock Length: 205 mm.
- Shock Stroke: 65 mm.
- Maximum Tire Width: 2.5 inches.
- Chainline: 55 mm.
- Maximum Chainring Size: 34 tooth.
- Maximum Rotor Size: 203 mm (front and rear, 200mm direct mount).
- Head Tube Angle (Adjustable): 63.8° (standard) or 64°/65° with headset cups.
- BB Offset: -25 mm.
- BB Height: 350 mm.
- Fork Length: 581 mm.
- Trail: 135.5 mm.
- Hardware (M.Frame): Trunnion.
- Hardware (Linkage): 8 x 20 mm.
- Compatible Shock Options:
- FOX: Float X/Float X2/DHX/DHX 2
- ROCKSHOX: Superdeluxe Air
- OHLINS: TTX22 Coil / TTX2 Air
- Marzocchi: Bomber Air + Coil
Geometry (2024 Ransom, all sizes SM, MED, LG, XL):
| Measurement |
SM |
MED |
LG |
XL |
| Head tube angle |
63.8° |
63.8° |
63.8° |
63.8° |
| Head tube length |
95 mm |
100 mm |
115 mm |
125 mm |
| Top tube horizontal |
569.9 mm |
598.7 mm |
624.4 mm |
649.1 mm |
| Standover height |
719.2 mm |
725.4 mm |
736.7 mm |
755.3 mm |
| BB offset |
-25 mm |
-25 mm |
-25 mm |
-25 mm |
| BB height |
350 mm |
350 mm |
350 mm |
350 mm |
| Wheelbase |
1206.6 mm |
1238.8 mm |
1270.4 mm |
1299.8 mm |
| BB center to TST |
380 mm |
410 mm |
440 mm |
470 mm |
| Seat angle |
77.0° |
77.2° |
77.4° |
77.6° |
| Chainstay |
440 mm |
440 mm |
440 mm |
440 mm |
| Reach |
428 mm |
458 mm |
483 mm |
508 mm |
| Stack |
614.8 mm |
619.3 mm |
632.8 mm |
641.7 mm |
| Fork Length |
581 mm |
581 mm |
581 mm |
581 mm |
| Trail |
135.5 mm |
135.5 mm |
135.5 mm |
135.5 mm |
Usage Features:
- TwinLoc System: This key feature allows riders to adjust the suspension settings directly from the handlebar. The "OPEN" position provides full travel for descents, "TRACTION CONTROL" reduces travel and firms up the suspension for climbing efficiency, and "LOCKOUT" completely locks the suspension for maximum pedaling efficiency on smooth terrain.
- Headset Adjustment: The bike offers adjustable head tube angles (0°, 0.6° slacker) using specific headset cups (288251 SYN HEADSET ZS56/28.6-ZS56/40 MTB or 290060 SCO HEADSET CUP KIT SPARK 22). This allows riders to fine-tune the bike's geometry to their preferred riding style or trail conditions.
- Sag Setting: The manual details a precise procedure for setting the rear suspension sag using an integrated sag meter. This ensures optimal suspension performance tailored to the rider's weight and gear.
- Flip Chip: A flip chip mechanism allows for adjustment of the bike's geometry to accommodate different wheel sizes (29" or 27.5") or to fine-tune the bottom bracket height and head tube angle.
- Internal Cable Routing: All cables (brake, derailleur, TwinLoc, dropper post) are routed internally through the frame, providing a clean aesthetic and protection from trail debris.
- Water Bottle Compatibility: Small-sized frames can accommodate a 500ml water bottle with a side-entry cage.
- Internal Storage Sleeve: The downtube features an internal storage sleeve (421614 SCO DT INTERNAL STORAGE SLEEVE RANSOM 24) and can be paired with a tool bag (420546 SCO DT TOOL BAG RANSOM 24) for carrying essentials.
Maintenance Features:
- Bearing Information: The manual lists part numbers for all linkage bearings (61802 for lower linkage/chainstay, linkage/seat tube, linkage/seatstay, seatstay/chainstay; 61810 for bottom bracket and tie links), facilitating easy replacement and maintenance.
- Spare Parts List: A comprehensive list of general spare parts is provided with part numbers, including:
- 421611 SCO SAG INDICATOR RANSOM 24
- 421610 SCO Link Tie Ransom 24
- 421589 SCO LINK LOWER OUTER LINK RANSOM 24
- 421612 SCO SWINGARM REP KIT RANSOM 24
- 421623 SCO M/P COVER RANSOM 24
- 421621 SCO CABLE/SHOCK DT COVER RANSOM 24
- 421624 SCO CABLEGUIDE SET RANSOM 24
- 286000 SCO DROPOUT SRAM UDH 21 (with torque spec 25 Nm and reverse thread indication)
- 296609 SCO AXLE RWS REAR 148X12 GENSCAL PLUG 23
- 297522 SCO STEM SPACER/TOP CAP GENIUS 23
- 421622 SCO CHAINGUIDE RANSOM 24
- 297086 SCO STEM ACCESSORY COVER COMBO 22
- 414155 SCO LINK LOWER INNER RANSOM 24
- Various SCO LINK UPPER parts (414151, 414152, 414153, 414154, 414165)
- Torque Specifications: The manual uses icons to indicate torque requirements and specific torque amounts (e.g., 5 Nm, 25 Nm for the dropout).
- Tool Sizes: Icons indicate required tool types and sizes (e.g., T25 Torx, Hex tool size 8).
- Grease and Threadlock Recommendations: Icons specify where grease, carbon grease, or threadlock is required, and where no grease should be applied. Bearing fit requirements are also indicated.
- Maximum Seatpost Insertion: Critical information on maximum seatpost insertion depths for each frame size (Small: 184 mm, Medium: 214 mm, Large: 244 mm, XL: 273 mm) is provided to prevent frame damage.
- Suspension Clearance Check: Emphasizes the importance of checking for sufficient clearance with compatible shock options before riding.
- Manufacturer's Guarantee: SCOTT offers a five-year guarantee on bicycle frames and rear ends for the first-time buyer, provided the bike is registered within ten days of purchase and serviced annually by an authorized SCOTT dealer. The guarantee period is reduced to three years if annual service is not performed. Specific limitations apply, excluding normal wear and tear, accident damage, improper maintenance, and cosmetic defects.
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