2018 Rose

X-LITE CW-4000

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

€5,499($6,042)
Weight14.9 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetDura-Ace
BrakesRim
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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

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37 mph

X-LITE CW-4000

40 mph

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Reviews
Cyclist
Rose X-Lite Six Disc review

Jan 2019 · Sam Challis

In the X-Lite Six Disc, Rose challenges the might of its compatriot Canyon in terms of performance and value for money

Highs
  • Value for money

  • Low weight

  • Assured handling

Lows
  • Overbuilt head tube means the front end is a little firmer than the rear

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road.cc
Rose X-Lite Six Disc Ultegra Di2

May 2018

Incredibly quick, sharp-handling bike that will appeal to a great many keen riders

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Exclusive review: ROSE X-LITE 2018 – the new Tarmac killer?

Jan 2018 · Marco Hinzer

The ROSE X-LITE as we know it is now history – not just technically but also aesthetically. With a brand new logo and a neat design, Rose’s racer is an instant eye-catcher. We were the first magazine to be given a chance to test the new ROSE X-LITE 2018. We took it to the roads […]

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BikeRadar
Rose X-Lite CW-4000 first ride review

Dec 2016 · Warren Rossiter

Its core mould is shared with Rose’s other aero-disc bike, so despite this one having an under-chainstay direct-mount Shimano Dura-Ace unit it still retains a disc flat mount at the rear of the non-driveside chainstay, but not thru-axle dropouts.. .

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Specs
Build
Frame

High Modulus Aerospace Carbon Fibre T40/60, H.O.C. Technology, from approx. 990g

Fork

X-LITE CW High Performance, 1 1/8" - 1.5", full carbon

Stem

Profile Aeria 120mm

Handlebar

Profile Canta Ergo Drop 42cm

Saddle

Selle Italia SLS Monolink

Seatpost

Rose Carbon

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

RD 9000 SS

Front Derailleur

FD 9000

Crank

FC 9000 52/36 172,5mm

Shifters

ST 9000

Cassette

CS 9000 12-25

Brakes

BR 9000

TypeRim

Brake Levers

ST 9000

Wheels
Rims

Ritchey Apex 60 II

Tires

Continental GP 4000S II 23mm

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