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S5 Frameset Disc
A carbon frame aero frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$5,500| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
Summary
The Cervélo S5 is a high-performance aero bike that excels in speed and aerodynamics, offering a blend of stiffness, comfort, and razor-sharp handling. Its design and engineering are focused on maximizing speed, making it a standout for sprinters and smooth roads, though its aggressive geometry and handling may not suit all riders. While it boasts impressive aerodynamics and efficiency, some reviews note challenges with comfort in rough conditions and crosswind stability.
Incredibly fast and efficient, especially in aerodynamics
Razor-sharp handling and precise steering
Adjustable and integrated design for a more upright position
Excellent power transfer and acceleration
Comfortable enough for daily rides despite its aggressive geometry
Aggressive riding position may not suit all riders
Can be skittish in corners and suffers in crosswinds
Lack of comfort on rough surfaces
Expensive compared to some competitors
With the S5, you’d better be prepared for some gawking.
Canadian Cycling MagazineA mighty rocket ship, and with those handlebars it looks like one too!
Cycling WeeklyThe S5 smacks you between the eyes like an angry Eubank.
CyclistThe Cervélo S5 is unreasonable. Unreasonably fast and unreasonably direct.
Gran Fondo MagazineSuperfast, cutting-edge aero road bike that's a more comfortable ride than you might expect
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Dec 2019 · Rupert Radley
The new aero updated Cervélo S5 is a true racing machine and I feel it's 10 times better than the previous version
Fast
Aero
Comfortable
Price
Oct 2019 · James Spender
Takes outlandish aero design to a new level and is incredibly fast and fun to ride, but not as nippy or well mannered as a true road bike
Supremely fast
Head turning appearance
Wide tyre clearance
Did we say supremely fast?
A touch skittish in corners
Suffers in crosswinds
Divisive looks
Jun 2019 · Jack Sexty
Superfast, cutting-edge aero road bike that's a more comfortable ride than you might expect
Apr 2019 · Benjamin Topf
Fans of classic frame shapes will probably struggle with the looks of Cervélo’s S5 model. And yet, the message is clear: ‘screw the rules, we want speed!’.
High level of integration
Very direct handling
Badass aero-look
Mismatched front/rear-end lateral-stiffness
Lack of comfort
Mar 2019 · Dan Walker
From Spanish roads to the routes of home with the fast Cervélo S5 aero bike
Oct 2018 · Warren Rossiter
For speed, handling and ride quality it’s a five-star bike, but price puts it out of reach for most. Buy if you want a taste of the future of aero bike design now, and you’ve got cash to spare
Rare combination of ride, handling and immense speed potential
Its looks may divide opinion
Oct 2018 · Dave Everett
We’re now much closer to the end of the cycling season than the start, and for obvious reasons, most brands choose to launch their new bikes earlier in the year. The Tour de France was a cram-fest of new aero bikes from Cannondale, Specialized and Trek. So, for a brand to launch this late in […]
Oct 2018 · Dan Cavallari
This bike is all about speed, and it quickly became one of our favorite bikes of the year.
| Frame | Carbon fiber Colors: Grey / Carbon; Blue Chameleon; Carbon / Metallic; Subwebblack / Red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered S5 Fork For Disc |
| Headset | FSA IS2 1 x 1-3/8” |
| Stem | Cervélo CS028 Carbon V-Stem |
| Handlebar | Cervélo AB08 Carbon |
| Seatpost | Cervélo SP20 Carbon Aero Post Type: Rigid |
First added October 10
Last updated July 24
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