Litespeed Watia | Internally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR ETAP AXS 1X 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Titanium
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Rival XPLR AXS, Rival AXS
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
155cm - 168cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
170cm - 181cm
MD/LG
175cm - 187cm
LG
181cm - 193cm
XL
188cm - 200cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
titanium
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
Select Wheels Above
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
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
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
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| 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 |
About this model
Watia | Internally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR ETAP AXS 1X is part of the Litespeed Watia model. Litespeed released 38 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Litespeed Watia | Externally Routed — Shimano GRX 600 1X 2023 has a starting price of 3995$. Litespeed Watia | Externally Routed — Shimano GRX 810 Di2 2X 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 5825$.
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.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, even though the average price of a Gravel bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4995$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Watia | Internally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR ETAP AXS 1X price is 102.88% higher.
Overview of components
Wheels
The wheels on Watia | Internally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR ETAP AXS 1X are the 700c aluminum type. 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. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Watia | Internally Routed — SRAM Rival XPLR ETAP AXS 1X comes in 6 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 200 cm (5.09 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
