R5 has one job—get to the top, fast. But for all the glory and fanfare that comes with a summit finish, they’re rarely the only climb of the day. And while a race isn’t usually won on a descent, they can certainly be lost. A climbing bike that can’t carve a hairpin is a bit like a cup of decaf coffee. This is the fourth iteration of the R5, and while weight and stiffness have varied over the years, the handling, poise, and unmatched prowess on a descent have been consistent since day one.
Fork Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
Headset FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
Seatpost Cervelo SP24 Seatpost
Shifters Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 9270, 12 spd
Rear Derailleur Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 9250, 12 spd
Front Derailleur Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 9250, 12 spd
Brake Calipers Shimano Dura-Ace 9270 Hydraulic Disc
Brake Rotors Shimano RT-MT900, 160mm
Thru Axles Cervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142, Removable Handle
Crankset Shimano Dura-Ace 9200 52/36
Bottom Bracket Ceramic Speed 24
Handlebar Cervélo HB13 Carbon
Stem Cervélo ST31L Carbon
Saddle Prologo Scratch M5 NACK
Cassette Shimano Dura-Ace CS-R9200, 12 spd, 11-30
Chain Shimano CN-M9100, 12 spd
Wheels New Reserve 34/37mm DT240, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
Tires Vittoria Corsa TLR G2.0 25c
Accessories Cervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount