Cervelo R5 Road Frameset

Why We Like The R5 Road Frameset

The R5 Road Frameset from Cervelo checks our boxes for Grand Tours and 6-hour cobbed classics thanks to its featherweight build and efficient feel. Add to that an aggressive pro-worth geometry and you´ll quickly understand how this brand from Canada has racked up some of the sport´s biggest victories in such a short amount of time. The first thing you notice when you hop aboard an R5 is its impressive stiffness and geometry that magically shapeshifts between stability and agility when you need it most. Cervelo was able to make the R5 stiffer at key points while still remaining featherweight. In fact, it claims the disc version of the R5 is its stiffest road frame to date. Placing such an emphasis on that stiffness to weight ratio results in a bike that leaps forward with each pedal stroke yet isn´t a wet noodle that´s unruly on steep, technical descents and remains predictable at speed.

Cervelo achieves this feat by building up the frame using special carbon layups and construction techniques, allowing it to reduce the frame´s weight while making it stiffer. It uses advanced engineering software like Finite Element Analysis (FEA) that allows it to better understand exactly how each layer of carbon fiber is working and if it´s being used properly. Its carbon expertise prescribes a specific frame layup by placing hundreds of individually cut plies of carbon in a mold in a certain order and orientation. By precisely cutting these plies, the frame is able to be made lighter while still achieving the desired strength and reliability.

*Due to a high demand in the global supply chain and bike industry since the start of the pandemic, material weight and exact components are subject to change. We are working diligently to keep tech specs updated, and any adjustments will be of equal or better spec level. If you have any questions, reach out to a Gearhead by chatting online or calling 1-888-276-7130.

Heads up - We do our best to keep bike specs and images current, but occasional component changes can happen without warning-and sometimes the photos might not show the exact build you´ll receive. If you want to double-check the details, our Gearheads are always here to help.

Details

• Set the climbs on fire with this featherweight frameset
• Pro Fit geometry boosts aerodynamics and improves handling
• Refined carbon layup drops grams and improves responsiveness
• Squoval Max tube shapes boost stiffness and ride comfort
• Internal cable routing offers a clean aesthetics
• BBright bottom bracket shell efficiently transfers power
• Clearance for 28mm tires offers a cushy, grip filled ride
• Compatible with electronic drivetrains only
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Tech Specs

Frame Material

carbon

Wheel Size

700c

Fork

R5

Head Tube Diameter

1-1/8 - 1.5in tapered

Headset Included

FSA IS2

Bottom Bracket Type

BBright

Cable Routing

internal

Front Derailleur Mount

braze-on

Brake Type

disc

Compatible Components

electronic drivetrain only

Seatpost

Cervelo carbon SP18

Seatpost Diameter

27.2mm

Front Axle

12 x 100mm thru-axle

Rear Axle

12 x 142mm thru-axle

Tire Clearance

30mm

Activity

road cycling

Manufacturer Warranty

limited lifetime