R5

WHAT GOES UP MUST COME DOWN

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.

WHAT GOES UP MUST COME DOWN

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.

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FASTER IN EVERY DIRECTION

The new R5 frame is 130g lighter than the previous model—a 16% reduction from an already-light frame.  And while aerodynamics weren’t a focus with this frame the way they would be on an S5 or P5, bringing the cables inside reduced drag by 25g.

DARKER THAN NIGHT, LIGHTER THAN AIR

The color black may absorb all light, but Cervélo Five Black is anything but heavy. This ultra-minimal graphics and paint package results in a frame that’s significantly lighter—they’ll never even see you coming.

MAKE FRIENDS WITH THE WIND

You can, in fact, reinvent the wheel. Meet Turbulent Aero, a unique R&D program that leverages real world wind data to create the most rapid, stable, and best handling wheels in real world riding conditions.

LESS STIFF, STILL FAST

The R5 is stiff, but not too stiff—the Goldilocks of climbing bikes if you will. Poise, stability, and power transfer that feels “just right” and  keeps you fresh and ready to take on the road ahead.

SRAM INTEGRATED POWER

Red and Force builds include Quarq Zero powermeters integrated into the crank. The integration of a powermeter results in better stiffness, lighter weight, and improved accuracy over aftermarket solutions—and the DZero delivers power measurement accurate to +/- 1.5%, even in variable temperatures.

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Dura Ace Di2

$17,500SIZES: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 

Please note: price and parts spec information is subject to change.

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Sizes48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
ForkCervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
HeadsetFSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
Thru AxlesCervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142, Removable Handle
WheelsNew Reserve 34/37mm DT240, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
TiresVittoria Corsa TLR G2.0 25c
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace 9200 52/36
Bottom BracketCeramic Speed 24
ChainShimano CN-M9100, 12 spd
Front DerailleurShimano Dura-Ace Di2 9250, 12 spd
Rear DerailleurShimano Dura-Ace Di2 9250, 12 spd
CassetteShimano Dura-Ace CS-R9200, 12 spd, 11-30
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace Di2 9270, 12 spd
HandlebarCervélo HB13 Carbon
StemCervélo ST31 Carbon
Brake CalipersShimano Dura-Ace 9270 Hydraulic Disc
SaddlePrologo Scratch M5 NACK OR Selle Italia FLITE BOOST SuperFlow Carbon
SeatpostCervelo SP24 Seatpost
Brake RotorShimano RT-MT900, 160mm
AccessoriesCervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount
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Red eTap AXS

$17,500SIZES: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 

Please note: price and parts spec information is subject to change.

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Sizes48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
ForkCervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
HeadsetFSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
Thru AxlesCervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142, Removable Handle
WheelsNew Reserve 34/37mm DT240 XDR, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
TiresVittoria Corsa TLR G2.0 25c
CranksetSRAM Red AXS 48/35 with Power Meter
Bottom BracketCeramic Speed Dub
ChainSRAM RED 12 spd
Front DerailleurSRAM RED eTap AXS 12 spd
Rear DerailleurSRAM RED eTap AXS 12 spd
CassetteSRAM RED 12s XG1290, 10-28
ShiftersSRAM RED eTap AXS HRD 12 spd
HandlebarCervélo HB13 Carbon
StemCervélo ST31 Carbon
Brake CalipersSRAM Red HRD
SaddlePrologo Scratch M5 NACK OR Selle Italia FLITE BOOST SuperFlow Carbon
SeatpostCervelo SP24 Seatpost
Brake RotorSRAM CenterLine XR 160mm
AccessoriesCervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount
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Force eTap AXS

$12,500SIZES: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 

Please note: price and parts spec information is subject to change.

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Sizes48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
ForkCervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
HeadsetFSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
Thru AxlesCervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142, Removable Handle
WheelsNew Reserve 34/37mm DT370 XDR, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready Or New Reserve 34/37mm Zipp 76/176 XDR, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
TiresVittoria Corsa TLR G2.0 25c
CranksetSRAM Force AXS 48/35 with Power Meter
Bottom BracketSRAM Dub
ChainSRAM Force, 12 spd
Front DerailleurSRAM Force eTap AXS 12 spd
Rear DerailleurSRAM Force eTap AXS 12 spd
CassetteSRAM Force 12s XG1270, 10-33
ShiftersSRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12 spd
HandlebarCervélo HB13 Carbon
StemCervélo ST31 Carbon
Brake CalipersSRAM Force HRD
SaddlePrologo Scratch M5 PAS TiRox OR Selle Italia FLITE BOOST SuperFlow Ti
SeatpostCervelo SP24 Seatpost
Brake RotorSRAM Paceline 160mm
AccessoriesCervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount
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Ultegra Di2

$12,500SIZES: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 

Please note: price and parts spec information is subject to change.

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Sizes48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
ForkCervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
HeadsetFSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
Thru AxlesCervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142, Removable Handle
WheelsNew Reserve 34/37mm DT370, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready OR New Reserve 34/37mm Zipp 76/176 HG, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
TiresVittoria Corsa TLR G2.0 25c
CranksetShimano Ultegra 8100 52/36
Bottom BracketJY-BB 24
ChainShimano CN-M8100, 12 spd
Front DerailleurShimano Ultegra Di2 8150, 12 spd
Rear DerailleurShimano Ultegra Di2 8150, 12 spd
CassetteShimano Ultegra CS-R8100, 12 spd, 11-30
ShiftersShimano Ultegra Di2 8170, 12 spd
HandlebarCervélo HB13 Carbon
StemCervélo ST31 Carbon
Brake CalipersShimano Ultegra 8170 Hydraulic Disc
SaddlePrologo Scratch M5 PAS TiRox OR Selle Italia FLITE BOOST SuperFlow Ti
SeatpostCervelo SP24 Seatpost
Brake RotorShimano RT-MT800, 160mm
AccessoriesCervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount
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Frameset

$7,600SIZES: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 

Please note: price and parts spec information is subject to change.

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Sizes48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
ForkCervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
HeadsetFSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
Thru AxlesCervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142, Removable Handle
HandlebarCervélo HB13 Carbon
StemCervélo ST31 Carbon
SeatpostCervélo SP24 Carbon
AccessoriesCervelo Handlebar Front Computer/Light Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount

Dura Ace Di2

Red eTap AXS

Force eTap AXS

Ultegra Di2

Frameset

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Geometry

485154565861
Reach | mm363371380389398407
Stack | mm497522547572597622
Head Tube Angle 71°72°73°73°73°73°
Front Center | mm574576578594611628
Bottom Bracket Drop | mm74.574.5727269.569.5
Head Tube Length | mm93114137163192218
Top Tube Length | mm515531548564581598
Seat Tube Angle 73°73°73°73°73°73°
Standover Height | mm695724755778800824
Trail | mm57.357.357.357.357.357.3
Wheel Size 700c700c700c700c700c700c
Fork Offset | mm57.551.545.545.545.545.5
Wheelbase | mm97297497799410111028
Chainstay Length | mm410410410410410410

Frame Sizing

How do I determine what bike size I need?

The age-old question, isn’t it? There are many factors that go into bicycle sizing and fit, particularly for high-performance bikes. Without being able to measure you and see you on a bike, precise fit information is difficult to supply. It’s also not unusual for someone to be able to ride two different sizes depending on their goals, flexibility, and fit tolerance. That said, we have some fantastic retailers, and we’d encourage you to go start a conversation with them about what you want from your new bike. You can find the retailer closest to you on our Dealer Locator.

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