2023 Specialized

S-Works Aethos – Shimano Dura-Ace Di2

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

€13,000($14,284)
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
DrivetrainElectronic
GroupsetDura-Ace Di2
Power Meter4iiii Precision Pro
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Sizing
49cm

5'1" – 5'5"

52cm

5'3" – 5'7"

54cm

5'5" – 5'9"

56cm

5'7" – 6'0"

58cm

5'10" – 6'2"

61cm

6'0" – 6'4"

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Reviews
road.cc
Tartan paint? Check out the very special Specialized S-Works Aethos that’s being ridden from Edinburgh to Rome this week

Mar 2024 · Mat Brett

Spoon Customs has created a stunning finish for a bike that’s being used to raise funds for the fight against motor neurone disease

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Bikerumor
Specialized S-Works Aethos LTD in Italian Marble with Campy Super Record Wireless

Oct 2023 · Cory Benson

Specialized celebrates 50 yrs since Mike Sinyard’s pilgrimage to Italy with limited edition S-Works Aethos LTD road bike built with Campy & faux marble…

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The Gear Loop
Specialized S-Works Aethos review

Dec 2021 · Leon Poultney

We spend time with Specialized's latest lightweight, high-performance road bike that seemingly excels in all areas.

Highs
  • Climbs like a champion

  • Impossibly light

  • Stylish

  • Effortless to ride

Lows
  • The price

  • Looks better in rowdier colours

  • Limited wheel options

  • Lacks aero touches some might demand

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Cyclist
Specialized S-Works Aethos review

May 2021 · James Spender

The Aethos is virtually the perfect bike, from its razor handling to incredible climbing. If only it had tubeless wheels and cost a bit less

Highs
  • Light and stiff

  • Incredible climber

  • Fantastic handling

Lows
  • Clincher-only wheels

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Bicycling
Specialized’s Aethos Comp Rival eTap AXS Is So Good, It’ll Scramble Your Brain

Apr 2021

It sells for $4,800, but it rides like a million bucks.

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Road Bike Action
SHOOTOUT: SPECIALIZED S-WORKS AETHOS VS. OPEN CYCLE MIN.D.

Jan 2021 · RBA Staff

The battle to be basic and oh so good

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BikeRadar
Specialized S-Works Aethos Dura-Ace Di2 review

Oct 2020 · George Scott

Aero is everything, except where the Aethos is concerned

Highs
  • Exceptionally light frame, pin-sharp handling, 32mm tyre clearance, practical build for everyday riding

Lows
  • No tubeless compatibility, minimum £10k pricing

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
The new Specialized S-Works Aethos is more than just crazy light

Oct 2020 · Matthew Pioro

Race it, or don't. The bike by the Morgan Hill, Calif.-based company gives you high performance for any type of ride you want to do

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

S-Works Aethos FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, Electronic cable routing only, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

ColorsGloss Birch / Abalone-Lapis Organic Color Run/dune; Gloss Obsidian / Lapis + Abalone Organic Color Run/obsidian

Fork

S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Bottom Bracket

BSA, 68mm, threaded

Stem

S-Works SL, alloy, titanium bolts, 6-degree rise

Handlebar

S-Works Short & Shallow, 123mm Drop, 75mm Reach w/Di2 Hole

Saddle

Body Geometry S-Works Power, carbon fiber rails, carbon fiber base

Seatpost

Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace R9250, 12-speed

Crank

Shimano Dura-Ace R9200, HollowTech II, 12-speed with 4iiii Precision Pro dual-sided powermeter

Power Meter

Shimano Dura-Ace R9200, HollowTech II, 12-speed with 4iiii Precision Pro dual-sided powermeter

Shifters

Shimano Dura-Ace R9270, hydraulic disc

Cassette

Shimano Dura-Ace, 12-speed, 11-30t

Chain

Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed w/ quick link

Brakes

Shimano Dura-Ace 9200, Hydraulic Disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Tires

S-works Turbo 2BR, 700x28mm

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