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2017 Fuji

SL 2.7

A carbon frame race bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$2,149
Weight17.2 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesShimano 105 Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
SL 2.7
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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

SL 2.7

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XXS

5'1" – 5'6"

XS

5'4" – 5'9"

SM

5'7" – 5'11"

MD

5'9" – 6'1"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'6"

XXL

6'4" – 6'9"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'11", size LG, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Fuji SL series is celebrated for its exceptional lightweight design, often weighing in at sub-7kg, making it a standout for climbing and acceleration. Reviews highlight its stiff and responsive frame, offering efficient power transfer, though some note a twitchy handling that requires adjustment. The bike's ride quality strikes a balance between comfort and performance, with specific praise for its handling and cornering accuracy. However, comfort on long rides and component harmony are occasionally mentioned as areas for improvement.

Pros
  • Extremely lightweight, enhancing climbing and acceleration

  • Stiff and responsive frame for efficient power transfer

  • Excellent handling and cornering accuracy

  • Balanced ride quality with comfort and performance

  • High-quality, lightweight components

Cons
  • Twitchy handling that may require adjustment

  • Comfort on long rides could be improved

  • Some components may not harmonize well with the high-quality frameset

Key Quotes
the SL 1.3 was one of my favorite road bikes to ever ride
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Where it really excels is in its handling.
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I loved the Fuji’s unfussy nature
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The Fuji SL 1.1 shoots up the climbs like a mountain goat while inspiring with its outstanding efficiency.
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Gran Fondo Magazine
Fuji SL 1.1 Review

Apr 2018 · Manuel Buck, Robin Schmitt, Benjamin Topf

With an incredible frame weight of just 695 g, the Fuji SL 1.1 wants to be the ultimate dream of every climbing enthusiast. However, light weight doesn’t always result in podiums. How does the Fuji SL 1.1 stand up against the other climbing specialists in our test?

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BikeRadar
Fuji SL 1.5 2017 long-term review

Nov 2017 · Joe Norledge

I have a well-documented and masochistic love affair with hill-climbing, so the first question I had when choosing a long-term bike was, ‘Is it light’?

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Cyclist
Fuji SL 1.1 review

Oct 2016 · James Spender

Can a bike ever be too light? Fuji doesn’t think so…

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Velo
Fuji SL 1.1

Jun 2016

Fuji has succeeded in creating an incredibly light and stiff race bike, though that’s not the full story out on the tarmac.

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Bikerumor
Review: Featherweight Fuji SL 1.3 floats like a butterfly, but only the competition will feel the sting

Apr 2016 · Trey Richardson

It isn’t often that I pick up a bike and am almost afraid to ride it. Fuji’s 14.17lb/6.44kg SL 1.3 was a bike I’d been wanting to try since it was first announced back in August. Taking into consideration that a bike this light is bound to spend time on the hills. Even with the 695 gram frame being a climber’s dream, the …

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Bicycling
Tested: The SL 1.3 May Be the Fastest Fuji Ever Built

Mar 2016 · Brad Ford

This blazingly fast, super light race bike has throwback touches you'll appreciate

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

C10 ultra high-modulus carbon, integrated head tube w/ 1 1/2" lower, PF30 BB, double water bottle mounts, oversized chainstays, carbon dropout w/ replaceable hanger

BB StandardPF30, Press Fit

Fork

FC-440 carbon w/ tapered carbon steerer & carbon dropout

Bottom Bracket

Praxis conversion bottom bracket

Headset

FSA, 1 1/8" upper - 1 1/2" lower, integrated

Stem

Oval Concepts 313, 3D-forged 6061 stem body, +/-7°

Handlebar

Oval Concepts 310 Ergo, 6061 alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 133mm drop, 4° sweep

Saddle

Oval Concepts 500 with pressure relief zone, cromo rail

Seatpost

Oval Concepts 905, carbon & alloy, 27.2mm diameter

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105, 11-speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105, braze-on mount

Crank

Oval Concepts 500, forged 6066 arms, M30 spindle, forged Praxis 52/36T rings

Shifters

Shimano 105, STI, 11-speed

Cassette

Shimano 105, 11-28T, 11-speed

Chain

KMC X11, 11-speed w/ MissingLink

Brakes

Shimano 105

TypeShimano 105 Rim

Brake Levers

Shimano 105, STI

Wheels
Rims

Oval Concepts 527, 700c 18/24H rims

Tires

Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 700 x 25c, 60tpi, folding

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