BerriaBelador BR
Berria's race bike in its top BR grade: the sixth-generation Belador blends a 720 g UHM3X carbon frame with slimmer aero tube sections, a one-piece Avanforce cockpit and fully internal cables. Berria quotes wind-tunnel gains of 4 W head-on and 10 W in crosswinds at 50 km/h. It runs a T47 bottom bracket and UDH hanger and takes 32 mm tyres.
- From
- €5,099€5,099€5,099
- Builds
- 3
- Sizes
- 5
- Frame weight
- 720 g25.4 oz
Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Our verdict
Overall
out of 100, average of 6 categories
A very light race frame with real wind-tunnel claims, a one-piece cockpit and standard T47 and UDH, sold direct at sharp prices. Its aero gains are modest next to dedicated aero bikes, tyre room stops at 32 mm, and the warranty is eight years and void for racing.
Scored Oct 2026
- + Premium frame
- + Affordable way in
- + Top-tier build kit
AI-drafted from the specs on this page and reviewed before publishing. Scores are relative to every bike in the catalog when they were given, so they drop as newer bikes and parts raise the bar.
- Aero
- 78/100
- Frame
- 86/100
- Components
- 80/100
- Fit
- 72/100
- Practicality
- 66/100
- Price
- 86/100
Aero claims and front-end integration
Carbon grade, weight and warranty
Groupset, wheels and power meter
Sizes and adjustment range
Travel, standard parts, servicing
From the cheapest complete-bike MSRP
Bike duel
Frame & platform
Frame & fork
- Frame material
- Carbon (UHM3X: Toray T800 and T1100G high-modulus with M55J ultra-high-modulus fibre; triple monocoque with EPS cores)
- Fork material
- Carbon (Belador Blade 6 BR, internal routing)
- Frame weight
- 720 g25.4 oz
- Fork weight
- 340 g12 oz
- Weight measured on
- Berria claim for the BR frame and fork; size not stated
- Frame sizes
- XS (51), S (53), M (55), L (57), XL (59)
- Colours
- Naked Carbon-Cuprum RS; IRIS Select paints Naked Carbon-Hunter Green-Cuprum RS and Naked Carbon-Brushed Chrome; custom paint
- Also available as
- Lower-priced Belador Pro and Belador Essential grades in HM2X carbon (separate files berria-belador-pro and berria-belador-essential)
- UCI frame approval
- Approved 20 Mar 2024 as 'BELADOR 6G' (fork 'BELADOR 6G FORK'), sizes XS - L (4), code BERRIA-BEL6 (UCI list version 2026.10.02). Berria sells an XL (59) as well.
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Hydraulic disc, flat mount
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Max tire width
- 32 mm
- Bottom bracket standard
- T47
- Front axle
- 12x100 thru-axle
- Rear axle
- 12x142 thru-axle
- Cable routing
- Fully internal (Berria ICS2)
Fit & adjustability
- Cockpit
- One-piece Avanforce Airone carbon bar and stem with ICS2 internal routing and GPS mount
- Seatpost type
- Belador 6 SP aero carbon seatpost, 0 or 20 mm offset
- Fit notes
- Avanforce Airone cockpit in five width/stem combinations from 380x90 to 420x120 mm. Rider heights per size from Berria's size selector.
Aerodynamics
- Manufacturer aero claims
- Berria: 3% less drag (4 W at 50 km/h) in a headwind and 11% less (10 W at 50 km/h) in a crosswind, from wind-tunnel tests at the Politecnico di Milano; the frame, fork and bar together account for the 4 W head-on
- Testing method
- Wind tunnel (Politecnico di Milano)
- Tube profile
- Smaller tube sections with less frontal area ('Aero Shape Efficiency' shaping)
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Headset bearings
- Oversized semi-integrated (O2HS), 1-1/2 in upper and lower
- Derailleur hanger
- UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- Proprietary parts
- One-piece Avanforce Airone cockpit, Belador 6 SP seatpost
- Frame warranty
- 8-year limited frame warranty if the bike is registered within 30 days (otherwise the legal warranty only); 3 years on the fork and on Avanforce bars and seatposts; racing use voids the warranty
- Sold via
- Online at berriabikes.com and through Berria dealers
Photos
Design sketches
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
Belador BR Ultegra Di2 | Belador BR Dura-Ace Di2 | Belador BR Red AXS PWM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||
| Price (MSRP) | €5,099€5,099€5,099 | €6,874€6,874€6,874 | €9,574€9,574€9,574 |
| Type | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike |
| Notes | Price for the Naked Carbon-Cuprum RS 'Collection' paint. Berria's shop lists €5,189-5,689 for the two IRIS Select paints (varying by size) and €5,394 for a custom paint. Berria doesn't name the tyres. Model code PT27.10.06. | No power meter. Price for the Naked Carbon-Cuprum RS 'Collection' paint; €7,169 with an IRIS Select or custom paint. Berria doesn't name the tyres. Model code PT27.10.08. | Top build. Price for the Naked Carbon-Cuprum RS 'Collection' paint; €9,869 with an IRIS Select or custom paint. Berria doesn't name the tyres. Model code PT27.10.09. |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Groupset | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 | SRAM Red AXS E1 |
| Launched | 2021 · current generation | 2021 · current generation | 2024 · current generation |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed |
| Electronic | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Drivetrain | 2x | 2x | 2x |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 ST-R9270 | SRAM Red AXS E1 |
| Notes | — | Berria's spec list names the levers 'ST-R9250 Dual Control' and the brakes ST-R9270; R9270 is the Di2 lever code | — |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter |
| Chainrings | 52/36 | 52/36 | 48/35 |
| Crank lengths available | 170, 172.5 or 175 mm | 170, 172.5 or 175 mm | 170, 172.5 or 175 mm |
| Power meter | — | — | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter |
| Launched | — | — | 2024 · current generation |
| Type | — | — | Integrated in crankset |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano T47 | Shimano T47 | SRAM DUB T47 |
| Standard | T47 | T47 | T47 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250 | SRAM Red AXS E1 |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250 | SRAM Red AXS E1 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Red XG-1290 |
| Range | 11-34 | 11-34 | 10-36 |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M7100 | Shimano CN-M9100 | SRAM Red E1 |
| Brakes | |||
| Brake calipers | Shimano Ultegra BR-R8170 | Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9270 | SRAM Red AXS E1 |
| Type | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc |
| Wheels & tires | |||
| Wheelset | Vision TC45 | Vision TC45 | ENVE SES 4.5 |
| Front rim depth | 45 mm | 45 mm | — |
| Rear rim depth | 45 mm | 45 mm | — |
| Internal rim width | 23 mm | 23 mm | 29 mm |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Tubeless ready | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rim bead | — | — | Hookless |
| Hubs | — | — | ENVE Innerdrive |
| Notes | Center Lock rotor mount | Center Lock rotor mount | Berria lists 49-55 mm rim depth and Center Lock rotors |
| Cockpit | |||
| Handlebar | Avanforce Airone | Avanforce Airone | Avanforce Airone |
| Type | One-piece carbon bar and stem | One-piece carbon bar and stem | One-piece carbon bar and stem |
| Integrated stem | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widths available | 380x90, 400x100, 400x110, 420x110 and 420x120 mm (width x stem length) | 380x90, 400x100, 400x110, 420x110 and 420x120 mm (width x stem length) | 380x90, 400x100, 400x110, 420x110 and 420x120 mm (width x stem length) |
| Cable routing | Fully internal (ICS2) | Fully internal (ICS2) | Fully internal (ICS2) |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Weight | 290 g10.2 oz | 290 g10.2 oz | 290 g10.2 oz |
| Notes | Berria's own component brand; GPS mount included. Weight is Berria's claim from the Belador page; it doesn't say which size. | Berria's own component brand; GPS mount included. Weight is Berria's claim from the Belador page; it doesn't say which size. | Berria's own component brand; GPS mount included. Weight is Berria's claim from the Belador page; it doesn't say which size. |
| Saddle & seatpost | |||
| Saddle | Fizik Vento Argo X5 | Fizik Vento Argo R1 Lite | Fizik Vento Argo R1 Lite |
| Saddle width | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Saddle length | 265 mm | 265 mm | 265 mm |
| Rails | Steel, 7x7 mm | Carbon, 7x9 mm | Carbon, 7x9 mm |
| Seatpost | Berria Belador 6 SP | Berria Belador 6 SP | Berria Belador 6 SP |
| Offset / setback | 0 or 20 mm | 0 or 20 mm | 0 or 20 mm |
| Material | Carbon (UD) | Carbon (UD) | Carbon (UD) |
| Notes | Aero seatpost; Berria quotes 87 g on one part of its Belador page and 90 g on another. | Aero seatpost; Berria quotes 87 g on one part of its Belador page and 90 g on another. | Aero seatpost; Berria quotes 87 g on one part of its Belador page and 90 g on another. |
Ownership checklist
3 of 3 known checks pass, 1 not published by Berria. Why these checks
- ✓
Threaded bottom bracket
T47
- ✓
UDH derailleur hanger
UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- ✓
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
12x142 thru-axle
- ?
Works with mechanical shifting
Belador BR geometry
| XS (51) | S (53) | M (55) | L (57) | XL (59) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider height min | 155 cm5′1″ | 165 cm5′5″ | 175 cm5′9″ | 185 cm6′1″ | 192 cm6′4″ |
| Rider height max | 165 cm5′5″ | 175 cm5′9″ | 185 cm6′1″ | 192 cm6′4″ | — |
| Stack | 518 mm20.4″ | 533 mm21″ | 550 mm21.7″ | 570 mm22.4″ | 590 mm23.2″ |
| Reach | 369 mm14.5″ | 383 mm15.1″ | 396 mm15.6″ | 406 mm16″ | 418 mm16.5″ |
| Seat tube angle | 74.9° | 74.6° | 74.3° | 74° | 73.7° |
| Head tube angle | 70.5° | 71.3° | 72° | 72.5° | 73° |
| Head tube length | 110 mm4.3″ | 125 mm4.9″ | 140 mm5.5″ | 160 mm6.3″ | 180 mm7.1″ |
| Effective top tube | 510 mm20.1″ | 530 mm20.9″ | 550 mm21.7″ | 570 mm22.4″ | 590 mm23.2″ |
| Seat tube length | 445 mm17.5″ | 475 mm18.7″ | 500 mm19.7″ | 530 mm20.9″ | 565 mm22.2″ |
| Chainstay | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm38.2″ | 982 mm38.7″ | 993 mm39.1″ | 1,006 mm39.6″ | 1,018 mm40.1″ |
| BB drop | 74 mm2.9″ | 72 mm2.8″ | 72 mm2.8″ | 72 mm2.8″ | 72 mm2.8″ |
| Fork length | 375 mm14.8″ | 375 mm14.8″ | 375 mm14.8″ | 375 mm14.8″ | 375 mm14.8″ |
| Fork offset | 42 mm1.7″ | 42 mm1.7″ | 42 mm1.7″ | 42 mm1.7″ | 42 mm1.7″ |
| Trail | 83 mm3.3″ | 73 mm2.9″ | 68 mm2.7″ | 65 mm2.6″ | 62 mm2.4″ |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c |
Side view
Drawn to scale (how to read it).
How the geometry rides
The Belador BR in size M (55) against the middle size of 29 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).
- Trail68 mm2.7″
shortestlonger than 100% of 29 bikeslongest
Longer trail than most: steering is steadier and less twitchy on the extensions.
- Wheelbase993 mm39.1″
shortestlonger than 89% of 65 bikeslongest
Long wheelbase: tends to track straight and feel calm at speed.
- Chainstay405 mm15.9″
shortestlonger than 8% of 73 bikeslongest
Short chainstays: a compact, responsive rear end.
Good to know
Design
Berria says the BR frame is 31% lighter (720 g) and 14% stiffer than before, and the fork 24% lighter (340 g), with the weight cut coming from an FEA study of the carbon layup. 'Active Stay' seat stays are shaped to flex for comfort and traction.
SourceDesign
Berria quotes 6.17 kg for a Belador 6G built with PI Rope Duke Baccara Ultra SLR2 36C wheels, which none of the stock BR builds use.
SourceCompatibility
The frame takes tyres up to 32 mm and the fork up to 34 mm.
SourceHistory
Ciclismo a Fondo presented the new Belador 6G in a video on 11 October 2024; the UCI had approved the frame on 20 March 2024.
Source
Belador BR FAQ
How much does the Berria Belador BR cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €5,099–€9,574 across 3 listed builds and framesets: Belador BR Ultegra Di2, Belador BR Dura-Ace Di2 and Belador BR Red AXS PWM.
How much does the Berria Belador BR weigh?+
The frame weighs 720 g (25.4 oz) (Berria claim for the BR frame and fork; size not stated).
What sizes does the Berria Belador BR come in?+
5 sizes: XS (51), S (53), M (55), L (57) and XL (59). The manufacturer recommends them for riders from 155 cm (5′1″) to 192 cm (6′4″).
What is the tire clearance of the Berria Belador BR?+
Up to 32 mm tires on 700c wheels.
Which groupsets are compatible with the Berria Belador BR?+
Bottom bracket: T47.
What builds of the Berria Belador BR are available?+
Belador BR Ultegra Di2: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100; Belador BR Dura-Ace Di2: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200; Belador BR Red AXS PWM: SRAM Red AXS E1.
What warranty does the Berria Belador BR frame have?+
8-year limited frame warranty if the bike is registered within 30 days (otherwise the legal warranty only); 3 years on the fork and on Avanforce bars and seatposts; racing use voids the warranty
Is the Berria Belador BR aerodynamic?+
Berria: 3% less drag (4 W at 50 km/h) in a headwind and 11% less (10 W at 50 km/h) in a crosswind, from wind-tunnel tests at the Politecnico di Milano; the frame, fork and bar together account for the 4 W head-on (Wind tunnel (Politecnico di Milano))
Sources
- https://berriabikes.com/pages/belador
- https://berriabikes.com/products/belador-br-red-axs-pwm-2027
- https://berriabikes.com/products/belador-br-dura-ace-di2-2027
- https://berriabikes.com/products/belador-br-ultegra-di2-2027
- https://berriabikes.com/collections/bicicletas-carretera-belador
- https://berriabikes.com/pages/garantia
- https://assets.ctfassets.net/761l7gh5x5an/7jA9krKzzy3lRXPzlm4uyn/7982d7114b9d62978cb87876ea476535/58780c70-6247-4448-8384-b145fa30aba9.pdf
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5rBOu_Gvwc
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