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2017 Cervélo

R3 Frameset

A carbon frame race frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$2,000
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
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Summary

The Cervélo R3 is a race-bred bike that combines a light and stiff frame with improved braking performance, offering a high-performance ride at a midrange price. It excels in aerodynamics and provides a quiet, smooth ride with good vibration damping, though some riders find it slightly sluggish and over-stiff. The bike is praised for its aggressive geometry, quick acceleration, and precise handling, making it a joy on hilly, twisty terrain.

Pros
  • Light and stiff frame

  • Improved braking performance with Shimano’s hydraulic disc brakes

  • Aggressive geometry and quick acceleration

  • Precise handling and nimble ride on hilly, twisty terrain

  • High-performance bike with midrange price

Cons
  • Feels slightly sluggish and over-stiff

  • Accelerates more slowly than expected

  • Geometry is a bit more upright than typical race machines

Key Quotes
Shimano’s hydraulic disc brake kicks the shit out of the company’s very good rim brakes.
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The Cervélo R3 is without doubt one of the best racing frames currently available.
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Cervélo’s R3 is a race-bred stalwart of the WorldTour.
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VeloNews
Cervélo R3 Disc

May 2017 · William Tracy

Cervelo's R3 disc offers a surprising amount of snap, a solid road feel, and a smooth ride.

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BikeRadar
Cervélo R3 Disc review

Jul 2016 · Warren Rossiter

The R3 is everything we want from a disc bike, but at a price. Buy if you want the full-on race bike experience with the benefit of brilliant braking

Highs
  • Light, lively, comfortable and very quick

Lows
  • You can’t deny the price

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Bicycling
Tested: The Disc-Brake Equipped Cervélo R3 Disc Ultegra

Mar 2016 · Matt Phillips

The company's first aero road bike with disc brakes is worth the wait.

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Road Bike Action
RBA Test: Cervelo R3

Oct 2014 · R BA

Historically ahead of the field with a penchant for aero

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Geometry
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Build
Frame

Carbon fiber

Fork

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R3 Fork

Headset

FSA IS2 1-1/8 x 1-3/8"

Seatpost

FSA SLK

TypeRigid

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Last updated May 4

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