Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra Di2 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 Electronic -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon fiber
Suspension Fork
Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R3 Fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Ultegra Di2 6870, 11 spd
Front Derailleur
Ultegra Di2 6870, 11 spd
Shift Levers
Ultegra Di2 6870, 11 spd
Cassette
Ultegra 6800, 11 spd, 11-25
Crank
Rotor 3D30 BBright™ 52/36
Bottom Bracket
Rotor PF-30
Chain
Ultegra 11 spd
Wheels
Rims
Mavic Aksium S
Tires
Mavic Aksion, 700x25c
Cockpit
Stem
FSA SLK
Handlebar
FSA Energy Compact
Headset
FSA IS2 1-1/8 X 1-3/8”
Seat
Saddle
fi’zi:k Antares
Seatpost
FSA SLK
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.403 mm | 1.436 mm | 1.468 mm | 1.499 mm | 1.528 mm | 1.556 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm | 575 mm | 575 mm | 587 mm | 604 mm | 620 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 53 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 63 mm | 54 mm | 57 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Stack | 505 mm | 530 mm | 555 mm | 580 mm | 605 mm | 630 mm |
| Reach | 360 mm | 369 mm | 378 mm | 387 mm | 396 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 531 mm | 548 mm | 564 mm | 581 mm | 597 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 72.2 ° | 73.1 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 108 mm | 128 mm | 148 mm | 173 mm | 199 mm | 225 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 970 mm | 970 mm | 982 mm | 999 mm | 1016 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Standover Height | 693 mm | 723 mm | 753 mm | 784 mm | 815 mm | 846 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
R3 Ultegra Di2 6870 belongs to the Cervelo R3 model. There are 14 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Cervelo R3 bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Cervélo R3 Ultegra 6800 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3500$. On the other hand, Cervélo R3 Ultegra Di2 6870 2017, is the most expensive and costs 4900$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Race bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Race bike that is reliable is 3350$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Race bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Cervélo released this model in 2017, its price was 4900$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 46.27% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the R3 Ultegra Di2 6870 bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cervélo R3 Ultegra Di2 6870 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.