- From
- €2,790€2,790£2,490
- Lightest
- —
- Builds/sizes
- 2/8
Buyer's guide
Aero road bikes that take a standard stem and bar
Aero road bikes whose frame also takes a standard stem and handlebar, so you can fine-tune your fit and fit clip-on aerobars easily. 11 bikes from 9 brands, starting from €2,790–€10,995 / $2,749–$10,499 / £2,490–£9,500.
How we pickedCurrent road bikes whose manufacturer states the frame accepts a standard stem and handlebar. The list updates automatically as bikes are added; every value links back to its manufacturer source. Last updated .
| # | Bike | From | Lightest build | UCI legal | Max tire | Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bianchi Oltre Race | €2,790€2,790£2,490 | — | Not stated | — | 44, 47, 50, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61 |
| 2 | Dolan Ares 3.0 | £2,500£2,500£2,500 | — | Yes | 32 mm | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| 3 | Dolan Rebus | £2,500£2,500£2,500 | — | Yes | 25 mm | S, M, L, XL |
| 4 | Chapter2 KOKO | €3,999$2,749£3,999 | — | Yes | 32 mm | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| 5 | Trek Madone SL Gen 8 | €2,799$3,000£2,750 | 7.87 kg17.4 lb | Not stated | 32 mm | XS, S, M, ML, L, XL |
| 6 | Stevens Arcalis | €3,899€3,899€3,899 | — | Not stated | 30 mm | 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 |
| 7 | Ventum NS1 | $5,599$5,599$5,599 | — | Yes | 35 mm | XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL |
| 8 | Dare Velocity Ace (VA-AFO) | €5,699$6,699€5,699 | 7.8 kg17.2 lb | Yes | 32 mm | 2XS, XS, S, M, L, XL |
| 9 | Argon 18 Nitrogen | $5,999$5,999$5,999 | — | Not stated | 32 mm | XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL |
| 10 | Argon 18 Nitrogen Pro | €10,995$10,499£9,500 | 6.95 kg15.3 lb | Yes | 32 mm | XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL |
| 11 | Quintana Roo Service Course | — | 7.3 kg16.1 lb | Not stated | 36 mm | XS, S, M, L |
Dolan
Ares 3.0
- From
- £2,500£2,500£2,500
- Lightest
- —
- Builds/sizes
- 7/5
Dolan
Rebus
- From
- £2,500£2,500£2,500
- Lightest
- —
- Builds/sizes
- 3/4
Chapter2
KOKO
- From
- €3,999$2,749£3,999
- Lightest
- —
- Builds/sizes
- 1/5
- From
- €2,799$3,000£2,750
- Lightest
- 7.87 kg17.4 lb
- Builds/sizes
- 4/6
Stevens
Arcalis
- From
- €3,899€3,899€3,899
- Lightest
- —
- Builds/sizes
- 8/6
Ventum
NS1
- From
- $5,599$5,599$5,599
- Lightest
- —
- Builds/sizes
- 6/6
- From
- €5,699$6,699€5,699
- Lightest
- 7.8 kg17.2 lb
- Builds/sizes
- 2/6
- From
- $5,999$5,999$5,999
- Lightest
- —
- Builds/sizes
- 3/6
- From
- €10,995$10,499£9,500
- Lightest
- 6.95 kg15.3 lb
- Builds/sizes
- 3/6
- From
- —
- Lightest
- 7.3 kg16.1 lb
- Builds/sizes
- 4/4
Measured in aero tests
Published tests that put bikes from this list in a wind tunnel or on a track. Results only compare within one test.
- Wind tunnel tested: 12 aero bikes (Cyclingnews Labs) (Cyclingnews, 2025)
Includes DARE Velocity Ace-AFO.
FAQ
How many road: standard stem and bar are in the database?
11 bikes from 9 brands match. Current road bikes whose manufacturer states the frame accepts a standard stem and handlebar.
What is the cheapest option?
The Bianchi Oltre Race starts at €2,790 / £2,490 (manufacturer MSRP).
Which is the lightest?
The Argon 18 Nitrogen Pro: its lightest complete build weighs 6.95 kg (15.3 lb) according to the manufacturer.
How much do they cost?
Starting prices range from €2,790–€10,995 / $2,749–$10,499 / £2,490–£9,500 (manufacturer MSRP).