Why the Cervélo R5?
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.
Technical Details
Light as a feather, the R5 frame is 130g lighter than the last generation, that's a whopping 16%. It's also more aero thanks to its stealthy cable routing.
- Lighter and More Aero
- Five Black
- Comfort is Speed
- Reserve Ready
Geometry
| 48 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 61 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Reach | 363 | 371 | 380 | 389 | 398 | 407 |
| B | Stack | 497 | 522 | 547 | 572 | 597 | 622 |
| C | Head Tube Angle | 71° | 72° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| D | Front Center | 574 | 576 | 578 | 594 | 611 | 628 |
| E | Bottom Bracket Drop | 74.5 | 74.5 | 72 | 72 | 69.5 | 69.5 |
| F | Wheelbase | 972 | 974 | 977 | 994 | 1011 | 1028 |
| G | Chainstay Length | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 |
| H | Head Tube Length | 93 | 114 | 137 | 163 | 192 | 218 |
| I | Top Tube Length | 515 | 531 | 548 | 564 | 581 | 598 |
| J | Seat Tube Angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| K | Standover Height | 695 | 724 | 755 | 778 | 800 | 824 |
*All measurements in degrees or millimetres
Frame Sizing
The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.
We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.
| Size | Height | |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial | Metric | |
| 48 | 4'11" - 5'3" | 150 - 160cm |
| 51 | 5'3" - 5'5" | 160 - 168cm |
| 54 | 5'5" - 5'9" | 168 - 176cm |
| 56 | 5'9 - 6'½" | 176 - 184cm |
| 58 | 6'½" - 6'3" | 184 - 192cm |
| 61 | 6'3" - 6'5" | 192 - 197cm |
