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R5 eTAP
A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and sram red rim brakes.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 Electronic |
| Groupset | RED AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM RED Rim |
Summary
The Cervélo R5 is a high-performance race bike praised for its stiffness, lightweight design, and superb handling, making it a formidable choice for climbing and descending. While it offers an efficient power transfer and a stable ride at high speeds, some reviews note a firm ride quality and less smoothness on rough surfaces. It stands out as a cost-effective option compared to its top competitors.
Stiff and lightweight for efficient climbing
Superb handling and stability at high speeds
Cost-effective compared to top competitors
Improved stiffness and handling over previous models
Accepts 28mm tyres for enhanced comfort
Firm ride quality, especially on rough surfaces
Rear can bounce aggressively on rough roads
Mid-range components like tyres and saddle
From the first pedal stroke the Cervélo R5 had the responsiveness of a WorldTour frame.
CyclistThe Cervélo R5 Disc achieves the highest levels of performance for much less cash than its rivals
BikeRadarThe new R5 is better than the previous bike, with changes that reflect the modern requirements of an all-round race bike.
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Aug 2018 · David Arthur @davearthur
Fast and stiff with great handling but not the smoothest ride
Feb 2018 · Warren Rossiter
Charm filled ride that balances excitement and stability in a compelling combination. Buy if you want a superbike that’s a light, capable, usable all-rounder
Super-sweet handling, climbs willingly too
Front end can feel ‘hard’ occasionally
Jan 2018 · Peter Stuart
Cervelo’s flagship steed gets a serious makeover, and the result is a fast and versatile World-class racer
Stiff
Light
Stunning and thoroughly well tuned for handling on descents and technical corners
A little more system integration of wheelsets and tyres could push this to the level of the world’s very best
Nov 2017 · William Tracy
Cervelo has one of the best-handling bikes on the market with surprising stiffness and pedaling response plus powerful disc brakes.
Jun 2017 · Robin Schmitt
During this year’s Giro Cervélo officially launched their new R5 and R3 road bikes and gave us the exclusive opportunity to test ride the new Cervélo R5.
Jun 2017
Cervelo's new road offering comes in rim brake and disc brake versions. The R5 has remarkably good handling and is a great all-around race bike.
| Frame | Carbon fiber BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF30 |
| Headset | FSA IS2 1-1/8 x 1-1/2 |
| Stem | Cervélo Carbon Stem |
| Handlebar | Cervélo, AB06 |
| Saddle | fi’zi:k Antares R5 |
| Seatpost | Cervélo Carbon SP18 Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM RED eTap, 11 spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM RED eTap, 11 spd |
| Crank | SRAM RED 52/36 |
| Shifters | SRAM RED eTap, 11 spd |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1190, 11-28 |
| Chain | SRAM RED 22 |
| Brakes | SRAM RED Type: SRAM RED Rim |
| Rims | Zipp 302 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Continental Grand Prix 700 x 25c |
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Last updated 8 February
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