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2024 Kinesis

R2

An aluminum frame endurance bike with mid-range components and shimano tiagra hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

£1,680($2,253)
Weight22.3 lbs  
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetTiagra
BrakesShimano Tiagra Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
R2
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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)

39 mph

R2

39 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews
BikeRadar
Kinesis R2 review

Dec 2021 · Warren Rossiter

British-born alloy all-rounder

Highs

  • Superb on-road manners

  • Handling

  • Decent value

Lows

  • A little hefty

  • Average saddle

  • Poor bar tape

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road.cc
Kinesis R2 2021

Sep 2021 · Mat Brett

Very good all-round road bike that's a practical choice for year-round UK conditions

Highs

  • Practical

  • Comfortable

  • Pacy

Lows

  • A little heavy

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Lightweight double butted 6061 Alloy tube blend that delivers a light and responsive ride feel.

Color: Black Gold

Fork

Custom full 'UD carbon' fork keeps weight low and takes out road buzz whilst feeling direct and accurate at all times.

Bottom Bracket

Shimano CN-HG54.

Headset

FSA Sealed Bearing No. 42 Integrated Road.

Handlebar

Kinesis Alloy 6061 S(51):42 cm M(54):44 cm L(57):44 cm XL(60):46 cm.

Saddle

Selle Italia X3 Black.

Seatpost

Kinesis Alloy 6061 27.2 mm x 350 mm.

Type: Rigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra RD-4700.

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra FD-4700.

Crank

Shimano Tiagra FC-4700 50/34t. S

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra ST-4720.

Cassette

Shimano CS-HG500 10 speed 11-34.

Chain

Shimano HG-51.

Brakes

Hydraulic Shimano Tiagra disc brakes are brilliantly reliable and handle the stopping duties with minimum effort.

Type: Shimano Tiagra Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Alex Rims 1.9P Tubeless Compatible.

Front Hub

Alloy, Sealed Cartridge Bearing Hub, Centre-lock, 12 mm x 100 mm Through Axle.

Rear Hub

Alloy, Sealed Cartridge Bearing Hub, Centre-lock, 12 mm x 142 mm Through Axle.

Tires

Continental’s Grand Sport Race in 32c, hitting the sweet spot for grip, cornering and low rolling resistance.

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT64 160mm.

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Last updated October 19

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