Santa Cruz Nomad 5 (maint)
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2021 Santa Cruz Nomad
Maintenance Guide: 2021 Santa Cruz Nomad
Overview
| Model Version: | 5 |
| Production Start: | 2021 |
| Production End: | 2022 |
| Suspension/Pivot System: | VPP - Virtual Pivot Point |
| Material: | Carbon Fiber |
| Rear Wheel Travel: | 170 |
| Size Range: | S,M,L,XL |
Frame Specs
| Spec | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Compatible Forks: | 170-180mm |
| Headtube/Headset: | Tapered - Integrated Headset. 1-1/8" Upper bearing and 1.5" Lower bearing. S.H.I.S. IS 41/28.6 IS 52/40 |
| Seat Post: | 31.6mm - Minimum Insertion 100mm |
| Front Derailleur: | N/A - Single Front Chainring Only |
| BB Shell Width: | 73mm - Threaded - ISO |
| Recommended Max Tire Size: | 2.6 - may vary by tire and rim model |
| Max Brake Rotor Size: | 203mm |
| Rear Hub: | 148x12mm Through Axle |
| Seatpost Clamp: | 36.4mm |
Suspension
Fork
| Model | Travel | Compatibility | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox 38 | 170mm | Yes (Stock Travel) | |
| 180mm | Pinkbike Forum Discussion "180mm Fork on Nomad V5?" |
Rear Shock
| Measurement | Size (mm) | Size (in) |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Shock Eye-to-Eye: | 230 | |
| Stroke: | 62.5 | |
| Mounting Bushing Width Front: | 25x8 | |
| Mounting Bushing Width Rear: | 30x8 |
Linkage
The rear suspension on this model connects via virtual pivot point linkage.
Tool List
Parts and Components
Torques
Flip-Chip
Flip-chip settings:[1]
| Setting | Head Tube Angle (Degrees) |
|---|---|
| High | 64 |
| Low | 63.7 |
Flip-chip setup guide:
Santa Cruz Flip Chip Setup Guide
Common Problems
Mechanic's Notes
- Some of the fox float X2 models (2021-2023) included on the stock build were recalled for durability (not safety) issues.[citation needed]
