2025 Cervelo R5 SRAM Red AXS

Color: Five Black

What Goes Up Must Come Down

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.

Features

• Frame: The new R5 frame is 130g lighter than the previous model—a 16% reduction from an already-light frame
• Color: The color black may absorb all light, but Cervélo Five Black is anything but heavy. This ultra-minimal graphics and paint package results in a frame that’s significantly lighter—they’ll never even see you coming.
• Less Stiff, Still Fast: The R5 is stiff, but not too stiff—the Goldilocks of climbing bikes if you will. Poise, stability, and power transfer that feels “just right” and keeps you fresh and ready to take on the road ahead.
• Turbulent Aero: New to R5 this year is the Reserve 34 | 37 TA Wheelset. That TA stands for Turbulent Aero, a new way of thinking about aerodynamics.
• SRAM Integrated Power: Red build include Quarq Zero powermeter integrated into the crank.

Specifications:

• Fork: Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
• Headset: FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
• Seatpost: Cervélo SP24 Carbon
• Left Shifter/Brake: SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed
• Right Shifter/Brake: SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed
• Front Derailleur: SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed
• Brake Calipers: SRAM Red
• Brake Rotors: SRAM Paceline X Centerlock
• Thru Axles: Cervélo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB Ceramic, BBright
• Crankset: SRAM Red AXS E1, 48/35T, DUB, with power meter
• Handlebar: Cervélo HB13 Carbon, 31.8mm clamp
• Stem: Cervélo ST31 Carbon
• Saddle: Prologo Scratch M5 PAS Nack
• Cassette: SRAM Red, 10-33, 12 Speed
• Chain: SRAM Red, 12 speed
• Front Wheel: Reserve 34TA, Zipp ZR1 SS, 12x100mm, 24H centerlock, tubeless compatible
• Rear Wheel: Reserve 37TA, Zipp ZR1 SS, 12x142mm, XDR freehub, 24H centerlock, tubeless compatible
• Tires: Corsa Pro TLR blk-blk G2.0 OEM 700x26c
• Max Tire Width: 34mm
  
  Specifications subject to change