CervéloS5
Cervélo's dedicated aero road bike, raced by Team Visma | Lease a Bike. The 2025 version keeps the V-shaped front end and Bayonet fork but has a deeper head tube and fork legs and a new one-piece HB19 bar and stem; Cervélo claims it is 6.3 W faster and 124 g lighter than its predecessor. It is designed around the Reserve 57|64 wheels, takes electronic groupsets only, and every complete build comes with a power meter.
- From
- €13,999$14,500£12,750
- Builds
- 7
- Sizes
- 6
- Frame weight
- —
Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Our verdict
Overall
out of 100, average of 7 categories
For racers who want one of the fastest bikes the pros ride, with deep Reserve wheels and a power meter on every build. A one-piece cockpit in 19 sizes with a free swap makes fit easier than most rivals. The trade-offs are electronic-only shifting, a proprietary fork, cockpit and seatpost, and prices near the top of the market.
Scored Nov 2026
- + Light
- + Aero-first design
- + 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
- 95/100
- Frame
- 88/100
- Components
- 90/100
- Fit
- 86/100
- Practicality
- 62/100
- Price
- 53/100
- Weight
- 100/100
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
From the lightest claimed weight (6.74 kg)
Bike duel
Reviews
2 independent reviews of the Cervélo S5.
- WrittenAshley QuinlanTested: Dura-Ace Di24.5/5
- WrittenCalvin ZajacTested: Dura-Ace Di2
Frame & platform
Frame & fork
- Frame material
- Carbon
- Fork material
- Carbon (Bayonet S5 fork)
- Frameset weight
- 2,280 g5.03 lb
- Weight measured on
- Frameset including HB19 one-piece cockpit and SP34 seatpost, as listed by Cervélo (size not stated)
- Frame sizes
- 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
- Colours
- Five Black, Reef Blue, Maps Ltd; Infrared on the frameset (varies by build and region)
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Hydraulic disc, flat mount
- Max rotor size
- 160 mm
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Max tire width
- 34 mm
- Bottom bracket standard
- BBright
- Front axle
- 12x100 thru-axle (Cervélo Aero Thru Axle, M12x1.5)
- Rear axle
- 12x142 thru-axle (Cervélo Aero Thru Axle, M12x1.0, UDH)
- Drivetrain compatibility
- Electronic and wireless groupsets only: Shimano Di2 12-speed and SRAM eTap AXS, 1x and 2x
- Mechanical shifting possible
- No
- 1x compatible
- Yes
- Front derailleur mount
- Removable braze-on mount (Front Derailleur Mount 907); blanked off for 1x
- Electronic battery location
- Inside the down tube (Cervélo internal battery mount)
Fit & adjustability
- Cockpit
- One-piece carbon bar and stem (Cervélo HB19)
- Seatpost type
- Cervélo SP34 carbon aero seatpost, 0 mm or 15 mm offset
- Fit notes
- HB19 uses Cervélo's 'Plus-Four' shape: the bar is 4 cm wider in the drops than at the hoods (e.g. 38/42 cm). Cervélo lists 19 HB19 sizes from 80 to 150 mm stem length in 36/40, 38/42 and 40/44 cm widths, and buyers can swap to another size once at no charge for the part through their retailer within 60 days. Stem spacers raise the bar 5 to 30 mm above the base position.
Aerodynamics
- Manufacturer aero claims
- 6.3 W faster than the previous S5 (BikeRadar reports this at 50 km/h over ±15° yaw), and Cervélo says it is at least 5 W faster than competitors' bikes. The Reserve 57|64 wheels are claimed to be 3 W faster than the 52|63 at the same weight.
- Testing method
- Most of the gain is from the front end (deeper fork legs and head tube, one-piece cockpit); Cervélo says the asymmetric seat tube and matching asymmetric rear rim also contribute.
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Headset bearings
- FSA IS2, 1-1/8 in top and 1-3/8 in bottom, 36° x 45° (Super Light bearings on the top builds)
- Derailleur hanger
- UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger); Cervélo Derailleur Hanger V2 in standard or Shimano Direct Mount versions
- Maintenance
- Every front caliper needs Cervélo's Front Brake Mounting Plate 004; the front rotor must be 160 mm, the rear 140 or 160 mm. The fork uses a tension-rod steerer system.
- Proprietary parts
- HB19 one-piece cockpit, Bayonet fork with tension rod, SP34 seatpost and clamp, aero thru-axles, front brake mounting plate
- Frame warranty
- Limited lifetime warranty on the frame for the original owner (frames bought from 1 Sept 2025, excluding paint and decals); forks, carbon bars, stems and seatposts also lifetime
- Sold via
- Through Cervélo retailers
Photos
Design sketches
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
S5 Red AXS | S5 Red AXS 1 | S5 Dura-Ace Di2 | S5 Force AXS | S5 Ultegra Di2 | S5 Frameset | S5 LTD Frameset | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||||||
| Price (MSRP) | €13,999$14,500£12,750 | €13,999$14,500€13,999 | €13,999$14,350€13,999 | €9,999$10,250£9,450 | €9,999$10,100£9,450 | €5,999€5,999£5,500 | €6,299€6,299£5,500 |
| Weight | 7.32 kg16.1 lb | 6.74 kg14.9 lb | 7.4 kg16.3 lb | 7.7 kg17 lb | 7.74 kg17.1 lb | — | — |
| Type | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Frameset | Frameset |
| Notes | Colours Five Black and Reef Blue (Five Black only in the UK). In the US Cervélo also lists the same build in a 'Maps LTD' paint limited to 650 frames, at the same price. Cervélo doesn't state the size of the claimed weight. | Single-chainring build with shallower, lighter wheels. Five Black only. Listed on the UK site without a price. Cervélo doesn't state the size of the claimed weight. | Colours Reef Blue and Five Black. Cervélo doesn't state the size of the claimed weight. | Colours Five Black and Reef Blue. The UK site also lists a Carnelian version at the same price with a ceramic DUB bottom bracket, DT Swiss 240 hubs, a Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo SuperFlow Ti saddle and a claimed 7.53 kg. Cervélo doesn't state the size of the claimed weight. | Colours Reef Blue and Five Black. Cervélo doesn't state the size of the claimed weight. | Frame, Bayonet fork, HB19 one-piece cockpit, SP34 seatpost, FSA SL headset and aero thru-axles; electronic drivetrains only. Claimed 2.28 kg. 2027 colours: Five Black, Reef Blue and Infrared (Germany), Reef Blue (UK); no longer listed on the US store. | Limited-paint frameset, for 2027 in Maps Ltd, with the same parts as the standard frameset; no longer listed on the US store. The seatpost offsets were stated for the earlier Lupine version. |
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Groupset | SRAM Red AXS E1 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 | — | — |
| Launched | 2024 · current generation | 2024 · current generation | 2021 · current generation | 2025 · current generation | 2021 · current generation | — | — |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | — | — |
| Electronic | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes | — | Yes | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | 2x | 1x | 2x | 2x | 2x | — | — |
| Shifters | SRAM Red AXS E1 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 ST-R9270 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 | — | — |
| Notes | Combined shift and hydraulic brake levers | Combined shift and hydraulic brake levers | Combined shift and hydraulic brake levers | Combined shift and hydraulic brake levers | Combined shift and hydraulic brake levers | — | — |
| Crankset | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter | SRAM Red 1x AXS E1 Power Meter | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Force AXS E1 Power Meter | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | — | — |
| Chainrings | 50/37 | 50 (aero) | 54/40 | 50/37 | 52/36 | — | — |
| Crank lengths available | 160 mm (48), 165 mm (51), 170 mm (54-56), 172.5 mm (58-61) | 160 mm (48), 165 mm (51), 170 mm (54-56), 172.5 mm (58-61) | 160 mm (48), 165 mm (51), 170 mm (54-56), 172.5 mm (58-61) | 160 mm (48), 165 mm (51), 170 mm (54-56), 172.5 mm (58-61) | 160 mm (48), 165 mm (51), 170 mm (54-56), 172.5 mm (58-61) | — | — |
| Spindle | DUB | DUB | — | DUB | — | — | — |
| Power meter | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter | 4iiii Precision 3+ Pro | SRAM Force AXS E1 Power Meter | 4iiii Precision 3+ Pro | — | — |
| Launched | 2024 · current generation | 2024 · current generation | 2024 · current generation | 2025 · current generation | 2024 · current generation | — | — |
| Type | Integrated in crankset | Integrated in crankset | — | Integrated in crankset | — | — | — |
| Measurement | — | — | Dual-sided | — | Dual-sided | — | — |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB Ceramic | SRAM DUB Ceramic | CeramicSpeed SL | SRAM DUB | FSA BBright thread-together | — | — |
| Standard | BBright | BBright | BBright, for 24 mm spindle | BBright | BBright, for 24 mm spindle | — | — |
| Front derailleur | SRAM Red AXS E1 | — | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | — | — |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM Red AXS E1 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | — | — |
| Cassette | SRAM Red E1 | SRAM Red E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Force E1 | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | — | — |
| Range | 10-33 | 10-36 | 11-34 | 10-33 | 11-34 | — | — |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | — | — |
| Chain | SRAM Red E1 | SRAM Red | Shimano CN-M9100 | SRAM Force E1 | Shimano CN-M8100 | — | — |
| Brakes | |||||||
| Rotors | SRAM Paceline X | SRAM Paceline X | Shimano RT-CL900 | SRAM Paceline | Shimano RT-CL800 | — | — |
| Mount | Center Lock | Center Lock | Center Lock | Center Lock | Center Lock | — | — |
| Wheels & tires | |||||||
| Wheelset | Reserve 57TA (front) / 64TA (rear) | Reserve 42TA (front) / 49TA (rear) | Reserve 57TA (front) / 64TA (rear) | Reserve 57TA (front) / 64TA (rear) | Reserve 57TA (front) / 64TA (rear) | — | — |
| Front rim depth | 57 mm | 42 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | — | — |
| Rear rim depth | 64 mm | 49 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | — | — |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | — | — |
| Tubeless ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| Hubs | DT Swiss 180, Center Lock | DT Swiss 180, Center Lock | DT Swiss 180, Center Lock | DT Swiss 240 Dicut, Center Lock | DT Swiss 240 Dicut, Center Lock | — | — |
| Spokes | 24 front, 24 rear | Carbon, 24 front, 24 rear | 24 front, 24 rear | 24 front, 24 rear | 24 front, 24 rear | — | — |
| Freehub options | SRAM XDR | SRAM XDR | Shimano HG | SRAM XDR | Shimano HG | — | — |
| Tires | Vittoria Corsa Pro TLR G2.0 | Vittoria Corsa Pro TLR G2.0 | Vittoria Corsa Pro TLR G2.0 | Vittoria Corsa Pro TLR G2.0 | Vittoria Corsa Pro TLR G2.0 | — | — |
| Tire width | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | — | — |
| Cockpit | |||||||
| Handlebar | Cervélo HB19 | Cervélo HB19 | Cervélo HB19 | Cervélo HB19 | Cervélo HB19 | Cervélo HB19 | Cervélo HB19 |
| Type | One-piece bar and stem | One-piece bar and stem | One-piece bar and stem | One-piece bar and stem | One-piece bar and stem | One-piece bar and stem | One-piece bar and stem |
| Integrated stem | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widths available | 36/40, 38/42 or 40/44 cm (hoods/drops); stock width by frame size | 36/40, 38/42 or 40/44 cm (hoods/drops); stock width by frame size | 36/40, 38/42 or 40/44 cm (hoods/drops); stock width by frame size | 36/40, 38/42 or 40/44 cm (hoods/drops); stock width by frame size | 36/40, 38/42 or 40/44 cm (hoods/drops); stock width by frame size | 36/40, 38/42 or 40/44 cm (hoods/drops); stock width by frame size | 36/40, 38/42 or 40/44 cm (hoods/drops); stock width by frame size |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Headset | FSA SL IS2 1-1/8 in / 1-3/8 in | FSA SL IS2 1-1/8 in / 1-3/8 in | FSA SL IS2 1-1/8 in / 1-3/8 in | FSA IS2 1-1/8 in / 1-3/8 in | FSA IS2 1-1/8 in / 1-3/8 in | FSA SL IS2 1-1/8 in / 1-3/8 in | FSA SL IS2 1-1/8 in / 1-3/8 in |
| Saddle & seatpost | |||||||
| Saddle | Fizik Arione R1 Light | Fizik Arione R1 Light | Fizik Arione R1 Light | Fizik Arione R1 | Fizik Arione R1 | — | — |
| Seatpost | Cervélo SP34 | Cervélo SP34 | Cervélo SP34 | Cervélo SP34 | Cervélo SP34 | Cervélo SP34 | Cervélo SP34 |
| Offset / setback | 0 mm (48-58), 15 mm (61) | 0 mm (48-58), 15 mm (61) | 0 mm (48-58), 15 mm (61) | 0 mm (48-58), 15 mm (61) | 0 mm (48-58), 15 mm (61) | 0 mm (48-58), 15 mm (61) | 0 mm (48-56), 15 mm (58-61) |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Included extras | |||||||
| Pedals | None included | None included | None included | None included | None included | — | — |
S5 price & value
Where it's cheapest
MSRPs converted at ECB reference rates of 2026-10-05 (1 EUR = 1.1204 USD = 0.8472 GBP). US prices exclude sales tax, so add your state's rate before comparing.
| Build | Market | MSRP | In EUR | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5 Red AXS | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $14,500 | €12,942 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €13,999 | €13,999 | +8% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £12,750 | €15,050 | +16% | |
| S5 Red AXS 1 | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $14,500 | €12,942 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €13,999 | €13,999 | +8% | |
| S5 Dura-Ace Di2 | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $14,350 | €12,808 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €13,999 | €13,999 | +9% | |
| S5 Force AXS | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $10,250 | €9,149 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €9,999 | €9,999 | +9% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £9,450 | €11,154 | +22% | |
| S5 Ultegra Di2 | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $10,100 | €9,015 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €9,999 | €9,999 | +11% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £9,450 | €11,154 | +24% | |
| S5 Frameset | Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €5,999 | €5,999 | cheapest |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £5,500 | €6,492 | +8% | |
| S5 LTD Frameset | Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €6,299 | €6,299 | cheapest |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £5,500 | €6,492 | +3% |
Price history
S5 Dura-Ace Di2
- 2026-10-06€13,999$14,350£12,250
- 2026-11-02€13,999$14,350€13,999
S5 Frameset
- 2026-10-06€5,999$6,500£5,500
- 2026-11-02€5,999€5,999£5,500
S5 LTD Frameset
- 2026-10-06€6,299$6,500£5,500
- 2026-11-02€6,299€6,299£5,500
Building up the S5 Frameset
Included: Handlebar, Headset, Seatpost.
Still to buy: Groupset, Crankset, Cassette, Chain, Brake calipers, Wheelset, Tires, Saddle, Pedals.
Building up the S5 LTD Frameset
Included: Handlebar, Headset, Seatpost.
Still to buy: Groupset, Crankset, Cassette, Chain, Brake calipers, Wheelset, Tires, Saddle, Pedals.
Real-world weight
Scale weights of the S5 from reviewers, next to Cervélo's claim.
| What | Measured | Claimed | Measured by |
|---|---|---|---|
| S5 Dura-Ace Di2Size 58 · Without pedals | 7.53 kg16.6 lb | 7.4 kg16.3 lb+130 g vs claim | BikeRadar2025-08 |
| S5 Dura-Ace Di2Size 56 | 7.44 kg16.4 lb | 7.4 kg16.3 lb+40 g vs claim | GRAN FONDO2025-07 |
Aero tests
Tests that measured the S5 against other bikes under the same conditions. Lower is faster.
Wind tunnel tested: 12 aero bikes (Cyclingnews Labs)
Cyclingnews, 2025-09 (1 year ago) · Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub wind tunnel, UK · 40 km/h · yaw -15° to +15° in 5° steps (7 angles), weighted average using Nathan Barry's 2018 real-world yaw distribution
| # | Bike | CdA | Gap to fastest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cervélo S5SRAM Red AXS XPLR 1x | 0.3318 m² | fastest |
| 2 | Factor PrototypePre-production UCI-legal prototype | 0.3319 m² | +0.0001 m² |
| 3 | Colnago Y1Rs | 0.3363 m² | +0.0045 m² |
| 4 | DARE Velocity Ace-AFO | 0.3387 m² | +0.0069 m² |
| 5 | Ridley Noah Fast 3.0Shimano Ultegra Di2 | 0.3393 m² | +0.0075 m² |
| 6 | Van Rysel RCR-FShimano Dura-Ace Di2 | 0.3404 m² | +0.0086 m² |
| 7 | Cube Litening Aero C:68XShimano Ultegra Di2 | 0.3406 m² | +0.0088 m² |
| 8 | Elves Falath EXP | 0.3407 m² | +0.0089 m² |
| 9 | Argon 18 Nitrogen Pro (prototype)Pre-production prototype | 0.3410 m² | +0.0092 m² |
| 10 | Scott Foil RCFoil RC Pro spec, Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | 0.3421 m² | +0.0103 m² |
| 11 | Merida Reacto 9000Previous-generation Reacto, Ultegra Di2 | 0.3425 m² | +0.0107 m² |
| 12 | Bianchi Oltre RC | 0.3466 m² | +0.0148 m² |
| 13 | Trek Emonda ALR (2015)Baseline: rim brakes, shallow wheels, external cables | 0.3653 m² | +0.0335 m² |
Ownership checklist
2 of 4 known checks pass. Why these checks
- ✕
Threaded bottom bracket
BBright
- ✓
UDH derailleur hanger
UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger); Cervélo Derailleur Hanger V2 in standard or Shimano Direct Mount versions
- ✓
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
12x142 thru-axle (Cervélo Aero Thru Axle, M12x1.0, UDH)
- ✕
Works with mechanical shifting
S5 geometry
| 48 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 61 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider height min | — | 160 cm5′3″ | 168 cm5′6″ | 176 cm5′9″ | 184 cm6′0″ | 192 cm6′4″ |
| Rider height max | 160 cm5′3″ | 168 cm5′6″ | 176 cm5′9″ | 184 cm6′0″ | 192 cm6′4″ | — |
| Stack | 496 mm19.5″ | 519 mm20.4″ | 542 mm21.3″ | 565 mm22.2″ | 588 mm23.1″ | 608 mm23.9″ |
| Reach | 367 mm14.4″ | 376 mm14.8″ | 384 mm15.1″ | 392 mm15.4″ | 401 mm15.8″ | 409 mm16.1″ |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| Head tube angle | 71° | 72° | 73° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Head tube length | 64 mm2.5″ | 82 mm3.2″ | 104 mm4.1″ | 125 mm4.9″ | 152 mm6″ | 173 mm6.8″ |
| Effective top tube | 520 mm20.5″ | 535 mm21.1″ | 550 mm21.7″ | 565 mm22.2″ | 581 mm22.9″ | 595 mm23.4″ |
| Chainstay | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 973 mm38.3″ | 974 mm38.3″ | 975 mm38.4″ | 982 mm38.7″ | 999 mm39.3″ | 1,013 mm39.9″ |
| BB drop | 74.5 mm2.9″ | 74.5 mm2.9″ | 72 mm2.8″ | 72 mm2.8″ | 69.5 mm2.7″ | 69.5 mm2.7″ |
| Fork offset | 58.5 mm2.3″ | 52.5 mm2.1″ | 46.5 mm1.8″ | — | — | — |
| Trail | 55.6 mm2.2″ | 55.6 mm2.2″ | 55.6 mm2.2″ | 55.6 mm2.2″ | 55.6 mm2.2″ | 55.6 mm2.2″ |
| Front centre | 579 mm22.8″ | 580 mm22.8″ | 581 mm22.9″ | 588 mm23.1″ | 604 mm23.8″ | 617 mm24.3″ |
| Standover | 712 mm28″ | 734 mm28.9″ | 758 mm29.8″ | 781 mm30.7″ | 804 mm31.7″ | 822 mm32.4″ |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c |
| Crank length | 160 mm6.3″ | 165 mm6.5″ | 170 mm6.7″ | 170 mm6.7″ | 172.5 mm6.8″ | 172.5 mm6.8″ |
| Stem length | 80 mm3.1″ | 90 mm3.5″ | 100 mm3.9″ | 100 mm3.9″ | 110 mm4.3″ | 120 mm4.7″ |
| Handlebar width | 360 mm14.2″ | 380 mm15″ | 400 mm15.7″ | 400 mm15.7″ | 400 mm15.7″ | 400 mm15.7″ |
Side view
Drawn to scale (how to read it).
How the geometry rides
The S5 in size 54 against the middle size of 29 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).
- Trail55.6 mm2.2″
shortestlonger than 0% of 29 bikeslongest
Shorter trail than most: steering reacts quicker, so it can feel nervous on the extensions in crosswinds.
- Wheelbase975 mm38.4″
shortestlonger than 4% of 65 bikeslongest
Short wheelbase: tends to feel more agile in corners and less planted on long straights.
- Front centre581 mm22.9″
shortestlonger than 22% of 29 bikeslongest
Short front centre: more weight on the front wheel, which can make the front feel lighter to steer.
- Chainstay405 mm15.9″
shortestlonger than 8% of 73 bikeslongest
Short chainstays: a compact, responsive rear end.
Good to know
Fit
Switching HB19 sizes changes reach by about 10 mm and stack by about 2 mm per stem-length step. The base position without spacers matches a 2018 S5 with a -6° stem; spacers add 5 to 30 mm.
SourceFit
Rider height ranges are read from Cervélo's S5 size chart (an 8 cm band per size from 150 to 200 cm). Fork offset is left out for sizes 56 to 61: the website geometry lists 43.5 mm while Cervélo's frame specification sheet gives 46.5 mm for sizes 54-61.
SourceCompatibility
Maximum chainrings: 54/40 (44.5 mm chainline) or 56/43 (45 mm chainline) for 2x, and 68 teeth for 1x, each with 3 mm clearance. Tyres up to 34 mm measured width, keeping 4 mm clearance to the frame. The build kits list Shimano Di2 12-speed and SRAM eTap AXS, both 1x and 2x.
SourceHistory
Launched in July 2025 after Jonas Vingegaard had already raced it through the Critérium du Dauphiné and at the Tour de France. It replaced the 2022 S5.
SourceVersions
Compared with the previous S5, the fork legs and head tube are deeper, the split V-stem became the one-piece HB19 bar and stem, and the stock wheels moved from Reserve 52|63 to the new 57|64. Cervélo says the bike is 124 g lighter despite the larger tube profiles, thanks to a revised layup and hardware.
Source
S5 FAQ
Is the Cervélo S5 UCI legal?+
Yes. The Cervélo S5 is UCI legal, so it can be raced in UCI-sanctioned road races.
How much does the Cervélo S5 cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €5,999–€13,999 / $10,100–$14,500 / £5,500–£12,750 across 7 listed builds and framesets: S5 Red AXS, S5 Red AXS 1, S5 Dura-Ace Di2, S5 Force AXS, S5 Ultegra Di2, S5 Frameset and S5 LTD Frameset.
How much does the Cervélo S5 weigh?+
The lightest complete build listed (S5 Red AXS 1) weighs 6.74 kg (14.9 lb). The frameset weighs 2,280 g (5.03 lb).
What sizes does the Cervélo S5 come in?+
6 sizes: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58 and 61. The manufacturer recommends them for riders from 160 cm (5′3″) to 192 cm (6′4″).
What is the tire clearance of the Cervélo S5?+
Up to 34 mm tires on 700c wheels.
Which groupsets are compatible with the Cervélo S5?+
Drivetrain compatibility: Electronic and wireless groupsets only: Shimano Di2 12-speed and SRAM eTap AXS, 1x and 2x. Mechanical groupsets are not supported. 1x drivetrains are supported. Bottom bracket: BBright.
What builds of the Cervélo S5 are available?+
S5 Red AXS: SRAM Red AXS E1; S5 Red AXS 1: SRAM Red AXS E1; S5 Dura-Ace Di2: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200; S5 Force AXS: SRAM Force AXS E1; S5 Ultegra Di2: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100.
What warranty does the Cervélo S5 frame have?+
Limited lifetime warranty on the frame for the original owner (frames bought from 1 Sept 2025, excluding paint and decals); forks, carbon bars, stems and seatposts also lifetime
Is the Cervélo S5 aerodynamic?+
6.3 W faster than the previous S5 (BikeRadar reports this at 50 km/h over ±15° yaw), and Cervélo says it is at least 5 W faster than competitors' bikes. The Reserve 57|64 wheels are claimed to be 3 W faster than the 52|63 at the same weight. (Most of the gain is from the front end (deeper fork legs and head tube, one-piece cockpit); Cervélo says the asymmetric seat tube and matching asymmetric rear rim also contribute.)
Sources
- https://www.cervelo.com/en-US/bikes/s5
- https://www.cervelo.com/en-GB/bikes/s5
- https://www.cervelo.com/de-DE/bikes/s5
- https://www.cervelo.com/en-US/support/bar-stem
- https://www.cervelo.com/en-US/support/product-manuals
- https://cervelo.cdn.prismic.io/cervelo/aGvlfEMqNJQqHnAV_S5_2026_Manual_v2.2_web.pdf
- https://cervelo.cdn.prismic.io/cervelo/aGvkwUMqNJQqHm_2_CER_EX_S5_26_v2_web.pdf
- https://images.prismic.io/cervelo/acRTdpGXnQHGY-PT_S5-FrameSizeChart-2026-V1.png?auto=format,compress
- https://www.cervelo.com/en-US/support/warranty
- https://www.bikeradar.com/news/new-cervelo-s5-finally-breaks-cover
- https://www.cervelo.com/en-gb/collections/s5
- https://www.cervelo.com/de-de/collections/s5
- https://www.cervelo.com/products/s5-red-axs-2027
- https://www.cervelo.com/products/s5-red-axs-1-2027
- https://www.cervelo.com/products/s5-dura-ace-di2-2027
- https://www.cervelo.com/products/s5-force-axs-2027
- https://www.cervelo.com/products/s5-ultegra-di2-2027
- https://www.cervelo.com/de-de/products/s5-frameset-2027
- https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/cervelo-s5-2025-dura-ace-di2-review
- https://granfondo-cycling.com/cervelo-s5-2025-review/
- https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/wind-tunnel-tested-12-aero-bikes-2025/
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