On the other hand, you shouldn't expect exquisite equipment, especially as the bike is one of the cheapest in the test field. However, there is little to criticise in terms of function. The complete 105 groupset is appropriate for the price and impresses with impeccable shifting and braking behaviour. The Shimano wheels are of the rather simple and heavy variety, with cheap tyres, but they do their job unobtrusively. The steering has been designed to emphasise directional stability and, together with the wide handlebars, the bike feels very secure. As with the Focus, the virtually non-existent bend in the handlebars is striking. The slippery and thin handlebar tape is recommended to be replaced soon.
CONCLUSION Inexpensive, but comparatively poorly equipped. Solid bike, exceptionally smooth handling
OVERALL GRADE 2.1
Price 1,799 Euro
Weight 8.5 kilos
Info www.bikes-lapierre.de
available in specialised shops
Weight frame/fork/steering bearing* 1,160/408/80 grammes
Frame sizes** XS, S, M, L, XL
Seat/top tube/head tube 555/565/196 mm
Stack/Reach/STR*** 578/383 mm/1.51
Drive Shimano 105 (50/34 t., press-fit)
Brakes/gears Shimano 105
Wheels/tyres/weights**** Shimano RS010/Michelin Dynamic Sport 25C (v/h: 1,339/1,947 grams)
*Weighed weights.
**Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
***Stack/reach projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 a very upright riding position.
****Wheel weights including tyres, cassette, quick release/threaded axles and brake discs if applicable.
