Lynskey R500 Shimano 105 Mechanical 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
4,450$
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 Mechanical 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
Lynskey Pro Road Carbon #5 Fork w/ Axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 7000 11 speed rear Derailleur GS Cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 7000 Double 11 Speed Clamp-on Front Derailleur
Shift Levers
Optional: Please select preferred setup.
Cassette
Shimano 105 7000 Cassette 11-32t
Crank
Shimano 105 7000 50/34t Crankset
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BBR60 68mm English Threaded Bottom Bracket
Chain
Shimano CN-HG601 QL Chain - 11 Speed
Wheels
Rims
Vision Team 30 Disc
Tires
Kenda Valkyrie 700x30
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Spyre Flat Mount Mechanical Disc Brake Calipers
Disk Rotors
Shimano 160mm Rotors
Cockpit
Stem
FSA Omega Stem +/- 6° Rise
Handlebar
FSA Omega Compact Alloy Handlebar
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS 42/28.6- IS 52/40
Seat
Saddle
Lynskey Pro Saddle - Blk
Seatpost
FSA SL-280 27.2 x 350mm x 20mm Setback Seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 269 mm |
| Front Center | 571 mm | 574 mm | 590 mm | 595 mm | 615 mm | 635 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 65 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 56 mm | 57 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 502 mm | 519 mm | 533 mm | 554 mm | 572 mm | 589 mm |
| Reach | 364 mm | 370 mm | 381 mm | 386 mm | 400 mm | 414 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 502 mm | 522 mm | 542 mm | 557 mm | 577 mm | 602 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 111 mm | 126 mm | 141 mm | 161 mm | 180 mm | 201 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 968 mm | 971 mm | 987 mm | 993 mm | 1012 mm | 1033 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 737 mm | 752 mm | 772 mm | 792 mm | 808 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
R500 Shimano 105 Mechanical belongs to the Lynskey R500 model. Lynskey launched 17 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
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 Race bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Race bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3350$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Race bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4450$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 32.84% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
R500 Shimano 105 Mechanical has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the R500 Shimano 105 Mechanical 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The R500 Shimano 105 Mechanical has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
R500 Shimano 105 Mechanical comes in 6 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 200 cm (5.09 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.