Rose X-LITE CW-4000 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
6,307$
Weight | 6.75 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Dura-Ace -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
High Modulus Aerospace Carbon Fibre T40/60, H.O.C. Technology, from approx. 990g
Suspension Fork
X-LITE CW High Performance, 1 1/8" - 1.5", full carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
RD 9000 SS
Front Derailleur
FD 9000
Shift Levers
ST 9000
Cassette
CS 9000 12-25
Crank
FC 9000 52/36 172,5mm
Wheels
Rims
Ritchey Apex 60 II
Tires
Continental GP 4000S II 23mm
Brakes
Brakes
BR 9000
Brake Levers
ST 9000
Cockpit
Stem
Profile Aeria 120mm
Handlebar
Profile Canta Ergo Drop 42cm
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia SLS Monolink
Seatpost
Rose Carbon
About this model
X-LITE CW-4000 belongs to the Rose X Lite model. There are 97 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Rose X-LITE FOUR DISC Red 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 4140$. Rose X-LITE SIX Red eTap 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 5945$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Race bikes
If you want an acceptable Race bike you should know that the average price is 3350$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Race bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Rose released this model in 2018, its price was 5839$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that X-LITE CW-4000 price is 74.3% more expensive than the average cost of a Race bike.
Race bikes average weight
The average weight for Race bikes is 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 6.75 kg (14.88 lbs), Rose bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Race bike weighs 1.04% more than X-LITE CW-4000.
X-LITE CW-4000 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The wheels on X-LITE CW-4000 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rose X-LITE CW-4000 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.