Description

Cervelo R5 Force AXS 2026

The Cervelo R5 Force AXS 2026 is built for the world’s most demanding climbs, rapid accelerations, and thrilling mountain descents. Weighing just 5.97kg in a size 56 build, this race-ready road bike combines ultra-lightweight engineering with stiffness and precision handling, making it one of the most capable climbing bikes on the market.

The new R5 frame weighs only 651 grams, paired with a 298-gram fork, delivering a combined weight reduction of 100g compared to its predecessor. Every component has been optimised, saving an additional 326 grams across the bike. The updated fit geometry now mirrors Cervelo’s aero flagship, the S5, ensuring riders benefit from a powerful position whether racing, climbing, or tackling fast group rides.

The redesigned HB18 carbon bar/stem saves nearly 150 grams and improves aerodynamics by 2 watts, drawing directly from Cervelo’s S5 development. A new Reserve 34 | 37 SL wheelset sheds another 60 grams while maintaining strength and stiffness for reliable performance on punishing gradients. SRAM’s Force AXS 12-speed groupset, complete with integrated power meter, delivers precision shifting and consistent performance in all conditions.

This is the bike that thrives on the brutal ascents of the Tour de France and the steep, relentless climbs of the Vuelta a España, while offering confident, predictable handling on technical descents.

Key Features

• Ultra-lightweight build: 5.97kg (size 56) – 900g under UCI’s minimum limit
• Cervelo R5 frame: 651g, Cervelo R5 fork: 298g
• Updated fit geometry to match Cervelo S5 for a more powerful position
• HB18 carbon bar/stem: 150g lighter, 2 watts more aerodynamic
• Reserve 34 | 37 SL wheelset: 60g lighter, refined layup for strength and stiffness
• SRAM Force AXS E1 12-speed electronic groupset with integrated power meter
• DT Swiss 240 hubs and Reserve 34TA | 37TA carbon rims
• Vittoria Corsa Pro Speed TLR 700×26 tyres for speed and grip
• Prologo Nago R4 PAS Lightweight TiRoX saddle
• Cervelo SP33 carbon seatpost
• Integrated computer and accessory mounts included

The Cervelo R5 Force AXS 2026 is the ultimate mountain-ready race bike—fast on the climbs, confident on the descents, and engineered for the highest level of performance.