Litespeed Watia | Externally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
4,750$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Titanium -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Rival XPLR eTap, Rival eTap -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
155cm - 168cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
170cm - 181cm
MD/LG
175cm - 187cm
LG
181cm - 193cm
XL
188cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
titanium
Suspension Fork
Select Fork Above
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM Rival eTap AXS
Cassette
SRAM Rival XPLR 10-44 12spd
Crank
SRAM Rival 1X 42T 12spd
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Press-Fit
Chain
SRAM Rival 12spd
Wheels
Rims
Spinergy GX 700c
Tires
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x43c Tubeless, 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Rival eTap AXS HRD
Disk Rotors
SRAM Centerline X 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
FSA Gossamer
Handlebar
FSA NS Adventure Compact
Headset
Cane Creek 40 Series
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium Steel
Seatpost
FSA Gossamer
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.63 mm | 1.67 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 273 mm | 273 mm | 278 mm | 278 mm | 278 mm | 283 mm |
| Front Center | 592 mm | 591 mm | 604 mm | 614 mm | 622 mm | 636 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 64 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 536 mm | 546 mm | 571 mm | 596 mm | 621 mm | 646 mm |
| Reach | 361 mm | 366 mm | 371 mm | 376 mm | 381 mm | 386 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 511 mm | 524 mm | 538 mm | 548 mm | 566 mm | 579 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 460 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 99 mm | 105 mm | 137 mm | 162 mm | 186 mm | 217 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1006 mm | 1005 mm | 1022 mm | 1030 mm | 1038 mm | 1053 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 76 mm | 76 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 716 mm | 739 mm | 773 mm | 802 mm | 830 mm | 864 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 163 cm | 170 cm | 175 cm | 181 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 168 cm | 174 cm | 181 cm | 187 cm | 193 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Watia | Externally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS completes the Litespeed Watia model. Litespeed launched 38 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Litespeed Watia bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Litespeed Watia | Internally Routed — Shimano GRX 400 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3895$. Litespeed Watia | Internally Routed — SRAM Force XPLR eTap AXS 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 5745$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4750$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Watia | Externally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS price is 92.93% more expensive than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Watia | Externally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS components
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Watia | Externally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 155 cm – 200 cm (5.09 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.