Litespeed Ultimate Disc — Shimano 105 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
3,999$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Titanium -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
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
Litespeed Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 R7000
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 R7000
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 R7000
Cassette
Shimano 105 R7000 11-30
Crank
Shimano 105 50/34
Bottom Bracket
Praxis
Chain
Shimano HG601
Wheels
Rims
Optimized for clearance on up to 30mm tires (most tire/rim combinations)
Tires
Continental Ultra Sport II Folding 28c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 R7000
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT66 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Easton EA50 31.8
Handlebar
Easton EA50 31.8
Headset
Cane Creek 40 Series
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Nago EVO 134
Seatpost
Easton EA50 Zero Setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 265 mm | 265 mm | 265 mm | 265 mm | 265 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 566 mm | 571 mm | 576 mm | 592 mm | 605 mm | 619 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 61 mm | 59 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 57 mm |
| Stack | 519 mm | 534 mm | 549 mm | 569 mm | 594 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 379 mm | 384 mm | 394 mm | 399 mm | 404 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 529 mm | 544 mm | 564 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 475 mm | 495 mm | 515 mm | 535 mm | 555 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 101 mm | 115 mm | 129 mm | 150 mm | 176 mm | 207 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 975 mm | 980 mm | 985 mm | 1001 mm | 1014 mm | 1028 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Standover Height | 720 mm | 738 mm | 756 mm | 776 mm | 799 mm | 824 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
Ultimate Disc — Shimano 105 belongs to the Litespeed Ultimate model. 55 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Litespeed Ultimate bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Litespeed Ultimate — Shimano 105 2020 has a starting price of 2999$. Litespeed Ultimate Gravel — SRAM Red eTap 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7699$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Race bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Race bike that is reliable is 3350$. However, you could also get a good Race bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3999$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 19.37% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Litespeed Ultimate Disc — Shimano 105 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. 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 Ultimate Disc — Shimano 105 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
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 conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.