The frameset is characterised by two outstanding features: its spectacular weight and excellent comfort values. The good damping on the saddle is largely due to the filigree seat post. The Scapula CT fork from THM combines maximum lateral stiffness with one of the best comfort values we have ever measured. The most amazing quality of the bike: you quickly forget what a featherweight you're sitting on. The bike feels safe and stable in all riding situations. The weight of 5.4 kilos is remarkable, also because the Dura-Ace Di2 groupset is actually considered a heavyweight in lightweight construction circles. With SRAM Red and tubular tyres, the bike would easily come in under five kilos. This draws attention to the intelligently designed folding tyre-compatible wheels, which combine low weight with good stiffness. Going downhill, we only noticed minimal brake rubbing, but this was problem-free. The thin matt paint reveals the different carbon structures and emphasises the impression of a purist racing bike. Compared to the Trek and Cervélo models, the frame set is still relatively inexpensive at € 3,790 including the THM fork.
CONCLUSION Beguiling lightweight construction, made in Germany: spectacular weight, solid stiffness values, outstanding comfort, intelligently designed components
Price 11,490 Euro
Weight 5.4 kilos
Available in specialised shops | construction kit
Reference/Info www.ax-lightness.de
Frame/fork/steering bearing weight 693/285/46 grammes
Frame sizes S, M, L, XL
Seat/steering angle 73°/73,5°
Seat/top tube/head tube 535/565/175 mm plus 6 mm headset cap
Wheelbase/caster 985/52 mm
Stack/Reach/STR 581/387 mm/1.5
Equipment
Steering bearing AX Lightness, top 1-1/8, bottom 1-1/4 inch
Brakes/gears/bottom bracket Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 (50/34 t, BB386)
Wheels/tyres AX Lightness U28 Premium/Continental Grand Prix 4000S2 23C
Handlebar/stem AX Lightness/AX Lightness
Saddle/post AX Lightness/AX Lightness (27.2 mm)
* The frame set accounts for 40 per cent and the equipment for 60 per cent of the overall grade. The grades are calculated up to the final grade with all decimal places; however, for the sake of clarity, all grades are given with rounded decimal places.
** Weighed weights.
*** Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
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