How to assemble your Status | Specialized Assembly Guides

Learn how to build your Status from the box! This step-by-step assembly guide shows the tools and explains the tasks you'll need to do to build your new Status.

00:00 - Intro
01:25 - Unboxing your Status
01:54 - Locate your tools in the small parts box
02:18 - Remove the zip-ties to free the front wheel from the bike.
03:15 - Assembling the handlebars
04:20 - How to assemble the brake levers, dropper lever, and shifter
04:40 - Installing the front wheel
04:55 - Installing the pedals
05:22 - How to set sag and rebound on the Status MTB
05:52 - How to check your bike is safe to ride.
06:23 - Time to rip!

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[hardtailparty]

Excellent video, and genius idea to use the bike box as a stand!

[danytheunicorn]

I Laughed so hard when he had to hop to get on it (in a good way), very nice video and kudos to him for ripping such a big bike, he is going to be a great rider, I can feel it

[davidszatai]

WoW love it, SPECIALIZED videos always make me happy on the inside and wanting to ride. Now all I need 3000$ and STATUS to be available in Hungary. ✌️

[skrusa]

Your package has arrived at your million dollar gated house

[christianwparker]

No grease on the pedals? No friction paste on the bar/stem interface? No pad spacer in between the brake pads? The last issue is likely to prohibit most customers to be able to install their front wheel…..

[Atalbot]

I am looking at a specialized status 160 for my next bike since the s4 ( lg ) has 30mm more reach than what I have currently( s3 has 12mm more )but the headtube is shorter by 10mm and the seat tube angle is 1.5 degrees steeper. I've thought about downsizing for this frame. I'm 6'2 and currently on a Commencal HT/AM Meta LG that has a reach of 450mm and is the perfect fit for me. I've been running it with a 170mm Marzocchi bomber. With the shorter reach, I'm still able to keep the front end down easily on climbs. My riding is mainly done on local trails, flowy, small jumps, and rollers with some punchy climbs. I've always enjoyed a smaller bike as I do not ride for distance and I've always liked a smaller frame. What would be your opinion?

[GregoryHipps]

Hi - I just ordered one. Does it come with the pump and torque wrench mentioned around the 2:10 mark?

[stickwitch]

This is fine, everything’s fine, what could possibly go wrong?

[wescoffer]

Awesome bike. What size did you go with vs height/age? Planning for my 12yr old who’s 5’1” and growing and prefers smaller bikes.