Rose BACKROAD AL PLUS Apex XPLR 1×12 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
3,898$
Weight | 13.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Apex XPLR -
Suspension Rigid -
Battery 250 Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BACKROAD PLUS AL Sandy Taco M
Suspension Fork
ROSE Fork Sandy Taco
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex XPLR black
Shift Levers
rear: SRAM Apex black
Crank
SRAM Apex 1 Wide DUB 40T. STEEL, black 172.5mm
Chain
SRAM Apex 12-speed, gray 116gl.
Pedals
ROSE VP-836 black
Wheels
Rims
ROSE G Thirty Plus black 28 holes
Tires
WTB Raddler TCS, black/tan 700x44C
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Cockpit
Stem
ROSE ALR, black sand 90mm
Handlebar
Ritchey Road COMP Venture Max, black 42cm
Seat
Saddle
Rose Edition by Selle Italia, black
Seatpost
Ritchey WTB, 350mm, black 27.2mm
Motor & Battery
Battery
250 Wh
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 284 mm | 281 mm | 277 mm | 273 mm | 273 mm |
| Front Center | 590 mm | 603 mm | 613 mm | 629 mm | 643 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 74 mm | 70 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 546.5 mm | 571 mm | 600 mm | 621 mm | 639 mm |
| Reach | 363.5 mm | 374 mm | 380 mm | 395.5 mm | 403.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 517 mm | 537 mm | 557 mm | 579 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.25 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 490 mm | 508 mm | 535 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 146 mm | 170 mm | 186 mm | 205 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1013 mm | 1025 mm | 1034 mm | 1050 mm | 1064 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 68 mm | 72 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
BACKROAD AL PLUS Apex XPLR 1×12 completes the Rose Backroad model. Rose released 106 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rose Backroad bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Rose BACKROAD AL GRX RX400 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2123$. On the other hand, Rose BACKROAD PLUS RANDONNEUR 2023, is the most expensive and costs 6157$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 3609$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that BACKROAD AL PLUS Apex XPLR 1×12 price is 46.59% more expensive.
Gravel bikes average weight
The average weight for Gravel bikes is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 13.4 kg (29.54 lbs), Rose bike is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 64.82% heavier than the average weight of Gravel bikes.
BACKROAD AL PLUS Apex XPLR 1×12 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 size
When leaving the production line, the BACKROAD AL PLUS Apex XPLR 1×12 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The BACKROAD AL PLUS Apex XPLR 1×12 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 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.