Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alu X6 Ultralite X-Road Race, Road Advanced Geometry, Smooth Welding, Disc Brake Flat mount, BB BSA 68mm, SH dropout, Inner cable routig, mudguadrs ready
Suspension Fork
X-Road Issue 28", Carbon/alloy rigid, Ahead 1-1/8x1.5", 12x100mm axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO 105 RD-R7000 Shadow
Front Derailleur
SHIMANO 105 FD-R7000-L, DOWN SWING, BRAZED-ON Type
Cassette
SHIMANO CS-HG700-11, 11-34T
Crank
SHIMANO 105 FC-R7000 Hollowtech II, 52-34T
Bottom Bracket
SHIMANO BB-R60, BSA, shell 68mm
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
SHIMANO HB-RS470, 28H, CENTER LOCK, 12x100mm THRU Type AXLE
Rear Hub
SHIMANO FH-RS470, 28H, CENTER LOCK, 12x142mm THRU Type AXLE
Rims
Stars J20SR, 28H
Spokes
Sapim Race, Stainless Black
Tires
Schwalbe One Performance RaceGuard, 28x1.20", ADDIX
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO 105 ST-R7025/BR-R7070, hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
ONE1 Race RAS-D62938 Alloy, 31.8mm, -8°
Handlebar
ONE1 Alloy, X-Race Aero, 16° flared, 70mm reach, 31.8mm
Grips
Velo VLF-8111
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Aliante R5
Seatpost
ONE1 Race Alloy, SP C255, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.53 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 582 mm | 579 mm | 599 mm | 619 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 40 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 69 mm | 71 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Stack | 563 mm | 574 mm | 611 mm | 621 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 376 mm | 389 mm | 406 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 535 mm | 545 mm | 575 mm | 595 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.8 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 135 mm | 145 mm | 180 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 997 mm | 994 mm | 1014 mm | 1034 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
X-ROAD Issue is a Superior X Road model. Superior released 26 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
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Overview of components
Fork material
X-ROAD Issue has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the X-ROAD Issue model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The X-ROAD Issue has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Superior X-ROAD Issue bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.