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2018 Fuji

SL 2.1

A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$3,299
Weight16.4 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11 Electronic
GroupsetUltegra, Ultegra Di2
BrakesShimano Ultegra Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
SL 2.1
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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 2.1

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 and climbing efficiency, making it a favorite among racers and KOM hunters. Its handling is agile and precise, though some riders may find it twitchy or nervous, especially on rough surfaces. The bike offers a balanced ride quality with a mix of stiffness for power transfer and comfort for longer rides, though component choices and road buzz can affect the overall experience.

Pros
  • Extremely lightweight

  • Excellent climbing efficiency

  • Agile and precise handling

  • Balanced stiffness and comfort

  • High-quality frame construction

Cons
  • Twitchy handling for some riders

  • Road buzz and discomfort on rough surfaces

  • Component choices may not match frame quality

  • Lack of stiffness in certain conditions

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.
Cyclist logoCyclist
It may react like a startled whippet but strangely it never feels like you’re anything but in control.
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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 2.1 Disc review

May 2017 · Colin Levitch

Fuji's SL 2.1 Disc is heavy, but it maintains the lively ride character that I fell in love with

Highs
  • Rides just like the rim brake version, hydro disc brakes

Lows
  • Weight

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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 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 X38 with pressure relief zone, cromo rail

Seatpost

Oval Concepts 905, carbon & alloy, 27.2mm diameter

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano New Ultegra Di2, 11-speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano New Ultegra Di2, braze-on mount

Crank

Shimano New Ultegra, 52/36T

Shifters

Shimano New Ultegra Di2, STI , 11-speed

Cassette

Shimano New Ultegra, 11-28T, 11-speed

Chain

KMC X11L, 11-speed w/ MissingLink

Brakes

Shimano New Ultegra

TypeShimano Ultegra Rim

Brake Levers

Shimano New Ultegra Di2, STI

Wheels
Rims

Oval Concepts 527, 700c 18/24H rims

Tires

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

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