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Apr 2024 · Will Jones
A workable gateway drug into the world of fancy Italian bikes
Looks gorgeous
Separate bar and stem
Good tyres
As good a cable groupset as you can get nowadays
Creaky front end
A little heavy
Wheels a bit lacklustre
Apr 2024 · Joseph Delves
More historic bike brands have fallen by the wayside than remain in contention. Founded in 1977 among the cycling heartlands
Faster than expected
Good looking
Customisable components
Harsh riding offroad
Rigid cockpit
No mudguard eyelets
Mar 2024 · Cory Benson
All-new affordable Basso Venta R all-road bike is faster, more integrated, and more versatile than ever, and still made 100% in Italy.
Nov 2023 · Stu Kerton
A racy take on an endurance bike, but one that blends performance and comfort well
Very responsive frameset
Great stiffness throughout
Impressive rear end comfort
Basic wheels add weight
Oct 2023 · Stu Kerton
Blends modern performance with traditional styling to stand out from the crowd – and it's a joy to ride
Very smooth ride quality
Classic styling looks smart
Decent weight
One piece bar/stem gives quite a low-slung front end
Aug 2023 · Ashley Quinlan
An endurance bike wrought from the origins of the breed
Well-considered endurance geometry
Copious tyre clearance
Fun handling characteristics
Good looks
Can feel rigid on rougher tarmac
Tyres bear upgrading
Q: Which Basso bikes are most popular?
The most popular Basso model families are the Venta, Astra, and Palta.
Q: Does Basso make eBikes?
Yes, Basso manufactures both conventional bikes and e-bikes.