The Cervelo S5 VWD
We currently have a Cervelo S5 VWD test bike here but before we write about the ride and feel of this aero machine, we took a closer look at the details and components of the bike in hand. This S5 is equipped with Shimano Dura-Ace Di-2 components, Rotor cranks, a Fizik saddle, Vision wheels and a 3T cockpit.
A detailed report will follow.
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The Cervelo S5 looks fast standing still.
The dropped downtube hugs the front wheel quite nicely.
The fork on the S5 strikes a nice balance with the fame.
The seatpost binder is nicely tucked away..
We could have easily opted for a 56cm here, but decided on a 54cm.
With the aero post there are quite a few adjustment options.
The view from the front.
The Shimano Di-2 battery is placed under the non-drive chainstay.
For our purposes we won't mess with this Di-2 Junction A, but it could be cleaned up quite nicely.
Rotor cranks with non-Q chainrings from this long time Cervelo partner.
The Shimano Dura-Ace Di-2 front derailleur.
A closer look at the seat cluster area of the Cervelo S5.
A Fizik Arione saddle came with the S5 and that suits us quite well.
We still have quite a few adjustment options here.
The view from the front at the 3T cockpit.
Fizik bartape and the nicely sculpted Shimano Dura-Ace Di-2 controls.
Our test bike came with Vision Team 30 wheels and Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick tires..
The Shimano Dura-Ace Di-2 rear derailleur.
Shimano Dura-Ace brakes front and back.
Is this the view that most of your competitors get?
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