What Goes Up Must Come Down

The Cervelo R5 Red eTap AXS is the ultimate climbing machine, engineered for riders who demand peak performance on the toughest ascents and razor-sharp precision on the descents. In its fourth iteration, the R5 continues to excel with its unrivaled combination of lightweight construction, stiffness, and handling, making it the bike of choice for summits, sprints, and technical hairpins. Whether you’re chasing KOMs or dominating race day, the R5 delivers in every scenario.

Built for Climbs and Beyond

The R5s ultra-lightweight frame is designed to power you up the steepest gradients with efficiency, while its precise handling and stability ensure you carve through descents with confidence. Paired with the SRAM Red eTap AXS 12-speed wireless groupset, this bike offers unparalleled shifting precision and reliability for peak performance, whether ascending or descending.

Key Features

• Lightweight and Aerodynamic: The R5s advanced carbon frame, optimized tube shapes, and tapered fork deliver maximum stiffness while minimizing weight and wind resistance.
• Wireless Precision: SRAMs Red eTap AXS groupset provides flawless, cable-free shifting and an integrated power meter for tracking your output.
• Tubeless-Ready Performance: Reserve wheels and Vittoria Corsa TLR tires ensure a smooth, fast ride with excellent grip and puncture resistance.
• Confidence on Every Descent: A low bottom bracket and refined geometry deliver stability and control on technical descents and high-speed corners.

Specifications

Frame and Fork

• Frame: Cervlo All-Carbon R5
• Fork: Cervlo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork

Drivetrain

• Crankset: SRAM Red AXS 48/35T with Power Meter
• Bottom Bracket: Ceramic Speed Dub
• Shifters: SRAM Red eTap AXS HRD, 12-speed
• Front Derailleur: SRAM Red eTap AXS, 12-speed
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Red eTap AXS, 12-speed
• Cassette: SRAM Red XG1290, 10-28T, 12-speed
• Chain: SRAM Red, 12-speed

Wheels and Tires

• Wheels: New Reserve 34/37mm DT240 XDR
  • Front: 20h, 22.6mm IW
  • Rear: 24h, 21.6mm IW
  • Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
• Tires: Vittoria Corsa TLR G2.0, 25c

Braking System

• Brakes: SRAM Red HRD Hydraulic Disc
• Rotors: SRAM CenterLine XR, 160mm

Cockpit

• Handlebars: Cervlo HB13 Carbon
• Stem: Cervlo ST31 Carbon
• Headset: FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2

Saddle and Seatpost

• Seatpost: Cervlo SP20 Carbon Aero Post
• Saddle: Prologo Scratch M5 NACK

Accessories & Extras

• Mounts: Cervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount

Why Choose the Cervelo R5 Red eTap AXS?

The Cervelo R5 Red eTap AXS is a no-compromise bike for riders who demand exceptional climbing ability, precise handling, and unmatched reliability. Its wireless SRAM Red groupset ensures smooth, responsive shifting, while the lightweight frame and cutting-edge aerodynamics keep you ahead of the competition. The Five Black finish adds a sleek and modern touch to this performance powerhouse.

Reach new heights, conquer every descent, and own the road with the Cervelo R5.