The R5 is legendary. From the limits-shattering R5CA to Wout van Aert’s winning day on Mont Ventoux, R5 has been part of Cervelo’s story for over two decades. This all-new R5 is an incredibly light (5.97kg in RED and Dura-Ace builds) road bike that’s also stiff enough to compete at the highest levels of professional cycling—as Pauline Ferrand-Prevot proved when she rode it to victory at this summer’s Tour de France Femmes. 

It’s easy enough to make a light bike, but to make a light bike that’s stiff enough to accelerate quickly and transfer power from the sport’s biggest motors? That’s another challenge entirely. R5 is the bike for big days in the high mountains of the Tour de France, and the punishingly steep climbs of the Vuelta a Espana. Bikes built for the mountains must not only accelerate rapidly and climb exceptionally, but descend confidently and predictably. While the UCI mandates a minimum weight of 6.8kg, those of us in the ‘mere mortal’ category will benefit from having the lightest road bike on the market.

Just 5.97kg In Size 56

The new R5 in a size 56 builds up to just 5.97kg, a full 900 grams under the UCI’s minimum weight limit. The frame is just 651 grams (size 56), and the fork is 298 grams. In addition to the 100g reduction in frame/fork weight, we’ve turned our attention to every single component on the bike, for a total weight reduction of 326g from all Cervelo components.

Race-Ready Fit Geometry

While the handling geometry on the new R5 is nearly the same (aside from a small change to BB drop to account for 29mm tires), we changed the fit geometry to match that of the S5. Whether you’re switching between the models like Team Visma|Lease A Bike or R5 is your only ride, you’ll be in a stronger position for the fastest group rides.

One-Piece Handlebar/Stem

The all-new HB18 bar/stem not only dropped nearly 150 grams from the weight of the bike, but it also helps the bike be two Watts more aerodynamic than the previous R5. We applied learnings from the S5 handlebar to develop a comfortable, fast, and stiff handlebar, ideal for big days in the saddle and hard fights to the line. All bar sizes are UCI-legal, even in light of the most recent regulations change. 

Ultralight Reserve 34 | 37 SL Wheels 

Designed specifically for R5, the all-new Reserve 34 | 37 SL wheelset helped us drop an additional 60 grams. The new wheels deliver the same strength and stiffness as the old ones, but we refined the layup to save weight without hampering performance.

Sizes	48cm, 51cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight	5.78 kgs
Fork	Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
1-piece Handlebar/Stem	Cervélo HB18 Carbon
Handlebar Sizing	Size 48 - 36cm Size 51 - 38cm Size 54 - 40cm Size 56 - 40cm Size 58 - 40cm Size 61 - 40cm
Stem Sizing	Size 48 - 80mm Size 51 - 90mm Size 54 - 100mm Size 56 - 100mm Size 58 - 110mm Size 61 - 120mm
Seatpost	Cervélo SP33 Carbon
Seatpost Sizing	Size 48 - 0mm Size 51 - 0mm Size 54 - 0mm Size 56 - 0mm Size 58 - 15mm Size 61 - 15mm
Saddle	Prologo Nago R4 PAS Nack Lightweight
Bottom Bracket	SRAM DUB Ceramic, BBright
Headset	FSA SL IS2 1-1/4, 45° x 45° / 1-1/2, 36° x 45°
Front Thru Axle	Cervélo Aero Thru Axle Front, M12x1.5mm, 122mm length
Rear Thru Axle	Cervélo Aero Thru Axle Rear, M12x1.0mm, 169mm length
Front Wheel	Reserve 34TA SL, DT Swiss 180, 12x100mm, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible
Rear Wheel	Reserve 37TA SL, DT Swiss 180, 12x142mm, XDR freehub, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible
Tires	Vittoria Corsa Pro Speed TLR G2.0 700x26c
Shifter/Brake Levers	SRAM Red AXS E1
Crankset	SRAM Red AXS E1, 48/35T, DUB, with power meter
Power Meter
Crank Sizing	Size 48 - 165mm Size 51 - 165mm Size 54 - 170mm Size 56 - 170mm Size 58 - 172.5mm Size 61 - 172.5mm
Chain	SRAM Red E1
Cassette	SRAM Red E1, 10-33T, 12-Speed
Front Derailleur	SRAM Red AXS E1
Rear Derailleur	SRAM Red AXS E1
Brake Rotors	SRAM Paceline X Centerlock
Accessories	- Cervélo Front Computer/Accessory Mount 887 - Cervélo Rear Accessory Mount - Hammerhead Karoo 3

 

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