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BMC Roadmachine X One - 4999 instead of 6199 Euro
The Roadmachine X One (here in the TOUR test) is a kind of upgraded road racing bike with which BMC attempts to close the gap between a classic racing bike and the comparatively heavy URS gravel bike. Maximum use has been made of the tyre clearance of the Marathon model and a gravel bike-typical single drivetrain has been fitted >> available at a reduced price at Fahrrad XXL.
The TOUR conclusion
This bike is suitable for anyone who needs that road bike feeling. It is suitable for field and forest tracks and also rolls extremely well on the road. The riding position is still sporty, the short wheelbase makes the bike ride more sportily than gravel bikes with wider tyres. The gear ratio with the 44 mm chainring is comparatively tight, but still suits the range of use well.
Rose Xlite 04 Ultegra - 2999 instead of 3299 Euro
The Rose Xlite has a total of 9 models from 2999 to 8199 euros (here in the TOUR test) available. A real lightweight? If the name promises lightness, the bike has to live up to it - and the new Rose XLite (meaning extremely light) does this amazingly well. The Xlite 04 Ultegra also impresses with its very good equipment - wheels, cockpit and seat post have been developed in-house by Rose >> available at a reduced price at Rosebikes.
The TOUR conclusion
The Rose XLite 04 can cope with any riding situation: on flat terrain, steep ramps or crisp sprints: The racer scores as a technically strong all-rounder that is trimmed for top speed but also offers sufficient suspension comfort.
Rocky Mountain Solo Carbon 50 - 3120 instead of 3900 Euro
The Rocky Mountain Solo Carbon 50 (here in the BIKE test) is a comfortable and fast companion, even for long excursions. The flex in the rear triangle is its greatest strength. The frame absorbs bumps and bumps well: they are noticeable, but only muffled - which felt very positive in the test. The Funk Rival gears are quiet and unobtrusive. Just like the bike with an averagely loud hub, only the WTB tyres take some getting used to, especially in slow corners >> available at a reduced price from Jonito.
The BIKE conclusion
The carbon version of the Rocky Mountain Solo is very comfortable to ride - thanks to the flex of the rear triangle and the fork. Many mounting points make it a bikepacking companion for longer distances or long hours in the saddle.
Koga Colmaro Allroad - 1949,99 instead of 2449 Euro
The Colmaro from Koga (here in the TOUR test) has only changed in details compared to its predecessor, including a slightly longer wheelbase and a seatpost clamp elegantly integrated into the top tube. What has remained is the beautifully designed, classic-looking aluminium frame of the Allroad bike - its steering behaviour is based on that of a cyclocross bike >> available at a reduced price at Fahrrad XXL.
The TOUR conclusion
The all-road bike from Koga offers a stable frame set and is easy to maintain. Plus point: Koga offers a lifetime guarantee. The weakness is the limited range of gear ratios and the tyre clearance is limited.
Giant Defy Advanced 1 - 2849 instead of 3299 euros
The Defy Advanced 1 (here in the TOUR test) is designed for different types of roads and is also intended to be used as a marathon bike for longer tours. The rear shock absorption works very well thanks to the carbon seat post with a D-shaped cross-section and 32 millimetre wide tubeless tyres. The bike is therefore also very easy to ride on light terrain. Off the tarmac, tyres up to 35 mm wide provide sufficient grip. The handling is characterised by a harmonious mix of directional stability and agility >> available at Fitstore24 at a reduced price.
The TOUR conclusion
The Defy is a no-nonsense companion for many occasions, whose wide range of gears with 1:1 transmission is suitable for a variety of conditions - whether sprinting or climbing, this marathon racer masters all disciplines.
Wilier Rave SLR - 5460 instead of 8400 Euro
The Wilier Rave SLR (here in the TOUR test) is designed as a race gravel bike to fill the gap between road and gravel bikes. Two set-ups are available, each with three equipment options. The bike weighs just 8.1 kilograms, making it a real racer. The Rave SLR is also equipped with SRAM Rival eTap AXS electric gears >> available at a reduced price from Jonito.
The TOUR conclusion
The Wilier Rave SLR scores with its flexible equipment and low weight. Thanks to the different set-ups, the bike can be used both as a road racer and as a good companion off the tarmac. The frameset can be used flexibly. One point of criticism is the steering behaviour, which takes some getting used to.
Cervelo Aspero-5 - 9999 instead of 11499 Euro
The Cervelo Aspero 5 (here in the TOUR test) is equally at home on the road as it is on more difficult terrain. The good suspension pays off here in particular, but you can also make rapid progress on tarmac. The wide Panaracer tyres ensure comfort and good grip off-road. Smaller 650B wheels are also planned, which then come with tyres up to 50 millimetres wide >> available at a reduced price from Jonito.
The TOUR conclusion
The Cervelo Aspero-5 has plenty of tyre clearance. The customisable steering geometry, the low weight and the many equipment options make the race gravel bike a real all-rounder that is equipped for all areas of use.
Maik Schröder
Editor
