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2023 Cervélo

R5 Super Record Wireless

A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and campagnolo super record hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$13,000
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetSuper Record Wireless
BrakesCampagnolo Super Record Hydraulic Disc
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

41 mph

R5 Super Record Wireless

40 mph

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Summary

The Cervélo R5 is a lightweight and stiff race bike known for its excellent handling, climbing efficiency, and surprising comfort. It offers a balanced ride with precise control on descents and smooth power transfer. While it excels in performance, it comes at a high price and has some limitations in customization and aerodynamics.

Pros
  • Lightweight and stiff frameset

  • Excellent handling and precise control

  • Comfortable ride with good vibration damping

  • Efficient power transfer for climbing and acceleration

  • Increased tire clearance up to 34mm for versatility

Cons
  • High price point compared to competitors

  • Limited customization due to proprietary components

  • Not the lightest or most aerodynamic in its class

  • Some issues with seatpost slipping and fit adjustments

Key Quotes
Overall, the R5 Disc is an easy bike to like. It might not be the fastest or lightest bike ever, but it does practically everything well.
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the R5 is a near-perfect fit for a long-term partner in the mountains
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Fantastically fast all-rounder that also delivers impressive amounts of comfort
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Cycling News
Queen of the WorldTour climbers? Cervélo R5 long-term review

Apr 2024 · Peter Stuart

The endurance stalwart of Visma-Lease a Bike is a part of road bike royalty, how does it fare for normal riders, though?

Highs
  • Extremely lightweight frameset

  • Rigid racey ride character

  • 34mm clearance offers great versatility

  • Assured handling

  • Strong build and own-brand components

Lows
  • Not competitively priced

  • Seatpost slipping was a frustration

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road.cc
Rode to victory! Check out Wout van Aert's Cervélo R5-CX cyclocross bike

Dec 2022 · Emily Tillett

In Team Jumbo-Visma colours, take a look at Wout Van Aert's winning bike from Dublin World Cup

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BikeRadar
Cervélo R5 Disc Force eTap AXS review

May 2022 · Simon von Bromley

Is this Grand Tour classic still the race bike of your dreams?

Highs
  • Lively ride quality

  • Confident handling

  • Classic good looks

  • Comfortable on rough roads

Lows
  • Expensive compared to the competition

  • Integrating the cables makes fit customisation trickier

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Cyclist
Cervélo R5 review

Dec 2021 · Matthew Loveridge

Team Jumbo-Visma’s climbing bike is light and stiff. Who would have thought it?

Highs
  • Ultra-stiff

  • Low weight

  • WorldTour pedigree

Lows
  • Perhaps too firm and focussed for some riders

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Velo
Cervélo jumps into cyclocross with electronic-only R5-CX

Dec 2021 · VeloNews.com

The R5-CX is Cervélo's first cyclocross bike, and it takes cues from the highly successful R5 road bike.

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Cycling Tips
Cervélo R5 review: Iterations on a theme - CyclingTips

Sep 2021 · Caley Fretz

Stiffer isn't always better.

Highs
  • Still as fleet-footed as ever

Lows
  • There’s a point of diminishing returns nearby.

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Cervélo R5 Force eTap AXS first ride review – Highway to heaven

Sep 2021 · Tobias Hörsch, Philipp Schwab

Cervélo present their fourth generation R5 road bike, promising to be the perfect climber. We've already put the Force eTap AXS version to the test!

Highs
  • Very light-footed climber

  • Precise on the descents

  • Very efficient, whether on flat terrain or uphill

  • Ergonomic handlebar

  • Good vibration damping

Lows
  • At 7.44 kg in size 56, it's not the lightest

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VeloNews
Gallery: The unreleased Cervélo R5 Sepp Kuss is racing at the Vuelta

Sep 2021 · Ben Delaney

At the Vuelta a España, Sepp Kuss has been Primož Roglič‘s righthand man, shepherding his captain to mountaintop finishes. On stage 17, Kuss punched ahead of the elite chase group to take second behind Roglic. A world-class power-to-weight ratio is a critical part of Kuss’ success and role on Jumbo-Visma. And it appears Kuss isn’t … Continued

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Carbon fiber

BB StandardBBRight, 79mm, Press Fit

ColorParis Green

Fork

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork

Bottom Bracket

Campagnolo Pro-tech BBright

Headset

FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2

Stem

Cervélo ST31 Carbon

Handlebar

Cervélo HB13 Carbon, 31.8mm clamp

Saddle

Prologo Scratch M5 Nack

Seatpost

Cervélo SP24 Carbon

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Campagnolo Super Record Wireless, 12 speed

Front Derailleur

Campagnolo Super Record Wireless, 12 speed

Crank

Campagnolo Super Record Wireless, 48/32, 12 Speed

Shifters

Campagnolo Super Record Wireless, 12 speed

Cassette

Campagnolo Super Record Wireless, 10-29, 12 Speed

Chain

Campagnolo Chorus, 12 speed

Brakes

Campagnolo Super Record

TypeCampagnolo Super Record Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: Reserve 34, 23mm IW, Zipp ZR1 SS, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible Rear: Reserve 37, 21.6mm IW, Zipp ZR1 SS,12x142mm, N3W freehub, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible

Tires

Corsa Pro TLR blk-blk G2.0 OEM 700x26c

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