TimeScylon
TIME's flagship aero race bike, redesigned for 2025 eleven years after the first Scylon. The frame is still braided in TIME's own BCS process and hand-built in Europe, now with fully internal cables, an aero fork with two offsets across the sizes, a rebuilt one-piece Powerbox chainstay and 32 mm tyre clearance. TIME claims 12% less drag (CFD), over 100 g less weight per size and 9% more torsional stiffness than the previous Scylon.
- From
- $11,999$11,999$11,999
- Builds
- 6
- Sizes
- 6
- Frame weight
- —
Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Our verdict
Overall
out of 100, average of 6 categories
For riders who want a hand-built European race bike with TIME's braided-carbon ride and a one-piece Vision cockpit. Its drag claim rests on CFD rather than a wind tunnel, it has a press-fit BB and proprietary seatpost, TIME publishes no frame weight, and it's priced against WorldTour aero bikes.
Scored Oct 2026
- + Premium frame
- + 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
- 84/100
- Frame
- 86/100
- Components
- 84/100
- Fit
- 68/100
- Practicality
- 60/100
- Price
- 70/100
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 (TIME Gen 2 Braided Carbon Structure, M46J high-modulus and T800 fibres)
- Fork material
- Carbon (Kevlar-reinforced BCS), tapered 1-1/8" to 1-1/2" steerer
- Frame sizes
- XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL
- Colours
- S01 Nude, S02 Pearl, S03 Brilliant Red, S04 Brilliant Purple (frameset also Ready to Paint)
- UCI frame approval
- Approved 20 May 2026 as 'SCYLON' with the TF33 fork, sizes XXS-XL (6), code TIME-015 (UCI list version 2026.10.02)
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Flat mount disc
- Max rotor size
- 160 mm
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Max tire width
- 32 mm
- Bottom bracket standard
- PF386 EVO press-fit
- Front axle
- 12 mm thru axle, 121 mm long, 1.5 mm thread pitch
- Rear axle
- 12 mm thru axle, 161 mm long, 1.5 mm thread pitch
- Drivetrain compatibility
- TIME states compatibility with all electronic shifting systems (Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, Campagnolo EPS); all stock builds are 2x
- Front derailleur mount
- Standard mount
- Cable routing
- Fully internal (multi-brand compatible)
Fit & adjustability
- Cockpit
- One-piece Vision Metron 5D EVO bar and stem on complete bikes; the FSA headset with SRS top cap is made for semi- and fully-integrated cockpits
- Seatpost type
- Proprietary Scylon aero carbon post with a semi-integrated TIME CNC alloy clamp; round posts don't fit
- Saddle position range
- -20 mm to +10 mm (patented rail clamp)
Aerodynamics
- Manufacturer aero claims
- 12% aerodynamic improvement over the previous Scylon; the new fork alone cuts drag by 4%
- Testing method
- TIME cites shaping and CFD analysis; it publishes no wind-tunnel figures
- Tube profile
- Airfoil-shaped down tube and seat tube
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Headset bearings
- FSA No.69 SRS, 1-1/8" / 1.5", 45°/45° (ACR)
- Proprietary parts
- Seatpost and clamp, headset top cover for the ACR system, derailleur hangers, cable ports and routing kit
- Frame warranty
- TIME lifetime warranty
- Sold via
- Direct from TIME's online store (US) and through TIME dealers
Design sketches
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
Scylon Shimano Dura-Ace | Scylon SRAM Red AXS 2X | Scylon Shimano Ultegra | Scylon SRAM Force AXS 2X | Scylon SRAM Rival AXS 2X | Scylon Frameset | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||||||
| Price (MSRP) | $11,999$11,999$11,999 | $11,499$11,499$11,499 | $9,999$9,999$9,999 | $9,499$9,499$9,499 | $8,349$8,349$8,349 | $4,999$4,999$4,999 |
| Type | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Frameset |
| Notes | Sold on TIME's US online store in six sizes (XXS-XL) and four colours. TIME's site lists US dollar prices only; its international store charges in local currency converted at checkout, so no EUR or GBP MSRP is published. TIME's spec list names the bottom bracket as 'PF 386 EVO / FSA Press Fit' and the derailleurs as '9270'. | Sold on TIME's US online store in six sizes (XXS-XL) and four colours. TIME's site lists US dollar prices only; its international store charges in local currency converted at checkout, so no EUR or GBP MSRP is published. | Sold on TIME's US online store in six sizes (XXS-XL) and four colours. TIME's site lists US dollar prices only; its international store charges in local currency converted at checkout, so no EUR or GBP MSRP is published. | Sold on TIME's US online store in six sizes (XXS-XL) and four colours. TIME's site lists US dollar prices only; its international store charges in local currency converted at checkout, so no EUR or GBP MSRP is published. | Sold on TIME's US online store in six sizes (XXS-XL) and four colours. TIME's site lists US dollar prices only; its international store charges in local currency converted at checkout, so no EUR or GBP MSRP is published. It is the only build with Mavic Cosmic S 42 wheels. | Frame, fork, Scylon aero seatpost, FSA headset with SRS top cap, thru axles, seat clamp, bottle bolts and spare derailleur hangers. Also sold in 'RTP - Ready to Paint' finish. No cockpit is included. |
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Groupset | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS E1 | — |
| Launched | 2021 · current generation | 2024 · current generation | 2021 · current generation | 2025 · current generation | 2025 · 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 | 2x | 2x | 2x | 2x | — |
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 ST-R9270 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS E1 | — |
| Crankset | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS E1 | — |
| Chainrings | 52/36 | 48/35 | 52/36 | 48/35 | 48/35 | — |
| Bottom bracket | FSA PF386 EVO | SRAM DUB Road | FSA PF386 EVO | SRAM DUB Road | SRAM DUB Road | — |
| Standard | PF386 EVO press-fit | — | PF386 EVO press-fit | — | — | — |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS E1 | — |
| Notes | TIME lists it as 'Dura-Ace 9270 Di2' | — | TIME lists it as 'Ultegra 8170 Di2' | — | — | — |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS E1 | — |
| Notes | TIME lists it as 'Dura-Ace 9270 Di2' | — | TIME lists it as 'Ultegra 8170 Di2' | — | — | — |
| Cassette | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Red | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | SRAM Force | SRAM Rival | — |
| Range | 11-30 | 10-33 | 11-30 | 10-33 | 10-36 | — |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | — |
| Notes | — | TIME lists it as 'SRAM RED XD-1290 10-33T' | — | TIME lists it as 'SRAM Force XD-1270 10-33T' | TIME lists it as 'SRAM Rival XD-1250 10-36T' | — |
| Chain | Shimano Dura-Ace CN-M9100 | SRAM Red E1 | Shimano Ultegra CN-M8100 | SRAM Force E1 | SRAM Rival E1 | — |
| Notes | — | Flattop | — | Flattop | Flattop | — |
| Brakes | ||||||
| Brake calipers | Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9270 | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Ultegra BR-R8170 | SRAM Force AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS E1 | — |
| Type | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | — |
| Rotors | Shimano RT-MT900 | SRAM Paceline X | Shimano RT-MT800 | SRAM Paceline X | SRAM Paceline | — |
| Front rotor | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | — |
| Rear rotor | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | — |
| Mount | Center Lock | — | Center Lock | — | — | — |
| Wheels & tires | ||||||
| Wheelset | Mavic Cosmic SL 65 | Mavic Cosmic SL 65 | Mavic Cosmic SL 65 | Mavic Cosmic SL 65 | Mavic Cosmic S 42 | — |
| Front rim depth | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 42 mm | — |
| Rear rim depth | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 42 mm | — |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | — |
| Tires | Vittoria Corsa N.EXT | Vittoria Corsa N.EXT | Vittoria Corsa N.EXT | Vittoria Corsa N.EXT | Vittoria Corsa N.EXT | — |
| Tire width | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | — |
| Cockpit | ||||||
| Handlebar | Vision Metron 5D EVO | Vision Metron 5D EVO | Vision Metron 5D EVO | Vision Metron 5D EVO | Vision Metron 5D EVO | — |
| Type | One-piece carbon bar and stem | One-piece carbon bar and stem | One-piece carbon bar and stem | One-piece carbon bar and stem | One-piece carbon bar and stem | — |
| Integrated stem | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Notes | TIME lists it as the 'Metron 5D Evo Integrated Bar'; sizes fitted per frame size aren't stated. | TIME lists it as the 'Metron 5D Evo Integrated Bar'; sizes fitted per frame size aren't stated. | TIME lists it as the 'Metron 5D Evo Integrated Bar'; sizes fitted per frame size aren't stated. | TIME lists it as the 'Metron 5D Evo Integrated Bar'; sizes fitted per frame size aren't stated. | TIME lists it as the 'Metron 5D Evo Integrated Bar'; sizes fitted per frame size aren't stated. | — |
| Headset | FSA No.69 SRS ACR | FSA No.69 SRS ACR | FSA No.69 SRS ACR | FSA No.69 SRS ACR | FSA No.69 SRS ACR | FSA No.69 SRS ACR |
| Saddle & seatpost | ||||||
| Saddle | Selle Italia SLR Advan | Selle Italia SLR Advan | Selle Italia SLR Advan | Selle Italia SLR Advan | Selle Italia SLR Advan | — |
| Seatpost | Time Scylon Aero Carbon | Time Scylon Aero Carbon | Time Scylon Aero Carbon | Time Scylon Aero Carbon | Time Scylon Aero Carbon | Time Scylon Aero Carbon |
| Offset / setback | -20 mm to +10 mm setback in one clamp | -20 mm to +10 mm setback in one clamp | -20 mm to +10 mm setback in one clamp | -20 mm to +10 mm setback in one clamp | -20 mm to +10 mm setback in one clamp | -20 mm to +10 mm setback in one clamp |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Notes | Proprietary aero post (305 mm standard, 360 mm XL); takes 7 mm round and 7x9 mm oval rails | Proprietary aero post (305 mm standard, 360 mm XL); takes 7 mm round and 7x9 mm oval rails | Proprietary aero post (305 mm standard, 360 mm XL); takes 7 mm round and 7x9 mm oval rails | Proprietary aero post (305 mm standard, 360 mm XL); takes 7 mm round and 7x9 mm oval rails | Proprietary aero post (305 mm standard, 360 mm XL); takes 7 mm round and 7x9 mm oval rails | Proprietary aero post (305 mm standard, 360 mm XL); takes 7 mm round and 7x9 mm oval rails |
| Bar tape | Arundel Gecko Grip | Arundel Gecko Grip | Arundel Gecko Grip | Arundel Gecko Grip | Arundel Gecko Grip | — |
Scylon price & value
Building up the Scylon Frameset
Included: Headset, Seatpost.
Still to buy: Groupset, Crankset, Cassette, Chain, Brake calipers, Wheelset, Tires, Handlebar, Saddle, Pedals.
Spare & upgrade parts from Time
| Part | Part number | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Seatpost - Scylon (305 mm standard or 360 mm XL) | 07330001 / 07330002 | $200$200$200 |
| Seatpost collar - new Scylon | 55007814 | $38$38$38 |
| Cable routing kit - Scylon | 90001818 | $45$45$45 |
| Cable ports, electric/mechanical set - Scylon | 90001817 | $20$20$20 |
| Di2 battery kit for the aero seatpost (Scylon) | 55007941 | $36$36$36 |
Ownership checklist
0 of 2 known checks pass, 2 not published by Time. Why these checks
- ✕
Threaded bottom bracket
PF386 EVO press-fit
- ?
UDH derailleur hanger
- ✕
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
12 mm thru axle, 161 mm long, 1.5 mm thread pitch
- ?
Works with mechanical shifting
Scylon geometry
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 515 mm20.3″ | 532 mm20.9″ | 549 mm21.6″ | 567 mm22.3″ | 584 mm23″ | 601 mm23.7″ |
| Reach | 372 mm14.6″ | 377 mm14.8″ | 382 mm15″ | 389 mm15.3″ | 392 mm15.4″ | 397 mm15.6″ |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| Head tube angle | 71.5° | 71.5° | 71.5° | 72° | 73° | 73° |
| Head tube length | 120 mm4.7″ | 138 mm5.4″ | 154 mm6.1″ | 167 mm6.6″ | 185 mm7.3″ | 203 mm8″ |
| Effective top tube | 529 mm20.8″ | 540 mm21.3″ | 549 mm21.6″ | 560 mm22″ | 574 mm22.6″ | 584 mm23″ |
| Seat tube length | 470 mm18.5″ | 485 mm19.1″ | 505 mm19.9″ | 525 mm20.7″ | 545 mm21.5″ | 565 mm22.2″ |
| Chainstay | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ |
| Wheelbase | 980 mm38.6″ | 991 mm39″ | 996 mm39.2″ | 1,005 mm39.6″ | 1,001 mm39.4″ | 1,011 mm39.8″ |
| BB drop | 67 mm2.6″ | 67 mm2.6″ | 67 mm2.6″ | 67 mm2.6″ | 67 mm2.6″ | 67 mm2.6″ |
| Fork length | 370 mm14.6″ | 370 mm14.6″ | 370 mm14.6″ | 370 mm14.6″ | 370 mm14.6″ | 370 mm14.6″ |
| Fork offset | 50 mm2″ | 50 mm2″ | 50 mm2″ | 50 mm2″ | 43 mm1.7″ | 43 mm1.7″ |
| Trail | 62 mm2.4″ | 62 mm2.4″ | 62 mm2.4″ | 59 mm2.3″ | 60 mm2.4″ | 60 mm2.4″ |
| Front centre | 579 mm22.8″ | 590 mm23.2″ | 595 mm23.4″ | 604 mm23.8″ | 600 mm23.6″ | 609 mm24″ |
Side view
Drawn to scale (how to read it).
How the geometry rides
The Scylon in size S against the middle size of 29 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).
- Trail62 mm2.4″
shortestlonger than 84% of 29 bikeslongest
Longer trail than most: steering is steadier and less twitchy on the extensions.
- Wheelbase996 mm39.2″
shortestlonger than 94% of 65 bikeslongest
Long wheelbase: tends to track straight and feel calm at speed.
- Front centre595 mm23.4″
shortestlonger than 97% of 29 bikeslongest
Long front centre: more weight on the rear wheel and more stable front end.
- Chainstay410 mm16.1″
shortestlonger than 63% of 73 bikeslongest
Good to know
Design
The one-piece Powerbox chainstay of the original Scylon was rebuilt from ultra-high-modulus fibre: 20% lighter as a part and with room for 32 mm tyres. The Scylon is TIME's first frameset with two fork offsets (50 mm on XXS-M, 43 mm on L-XL) to keep handling consistent across sizes. Pedalling stiffness is unchanged and torsional stiffness up 9%.
SourceFit
TIME's geometry chart gives a 73° seat angle and a 470-565 mm seat tube (565 mm on XL) across the six sizes, while the frameset FAQ quotes a seat tube range of 435-560 mm. The chart also lists a shorter wheelbase and front centre on L than on M.
SourceCompatibility
TIME's product pages say most tyres up to 32 mm fit on rims with a 25 mm internal width and recommend 30 mm tyres on 23 mm rims; the frameset FAQ instead says 32 mm on a 23 mm internal rim. Narrower rims (21 mm and below) can cause fit problems with 30-32 mm tyres. Rotors: 140 mm native, 160 mm with an adapter.
SourceRacing
The 2nd-generation frame (TF33 fork) was added to the UCI approved-frames list on 20 May 2026; the original Scylon (TFP02 fork) is listed separately.
SourceHistory
The Scylon first appeared in 2014 and has been TIME's flagship race platform since. TIME says its engineers spent almost two years on the redesign, which it sells as the 2025 Scylon.
SourceVersions
TIME also sells a 'Cable Ports - Electric/Mechanical Set' for the Scylon, although the frame specification lists electronic groupsets only.
Source
Scylon FAQ
Is the Time Scylon UCI legal?+
Yes. The Time Scylon is UCI legal, so it can be raced in UCI-sanctioned road races.
How much does the Time Scylon cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): $4,999–$11,999 across 6 listed builds and framesets: Scylon Shimano Dura-Ace, Scylon SRAM Red AXS 2X, Scylon Shimano Ultegra, Scylon SRAM Force AXS 2X, Scylon SRAM Rival AXS 2X and Scylon Frameset.
What sizes does the Time Scylon come in?+
6 sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L and XL.
What is the tire clearance of the Time Scylon?+
Up to 32 mm tires on 700c wheels.
Which groupsets are compatible with the Time Scylon?+
Drivetrain compatibility: TIME states compatibility with all electronic shifting systems (Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, Campagnolo EPS); all stock builds are 2x. Bottom bracket: PF386 EVO press-fit.
What builds of the Time Scylon are available?+
Scylon Shimano Dura-Ace: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200; Scylon SRAM Red AXS 2X: SRAM Red AXS E1; Scylon Shimano Ultegra: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100; Scylon SRAM Force AXS 2X: SRAM Force AXS E1; Scylon SRAM Rival AXS 2X: SRAM Rival AXS E1.
What warranty does the Time Scylon frame have?+
TIME lifetime warranty
Is the Time Scylon aerodynamic?+
12% aerodynamic improvement over the previous Scylon; the new fork alone cuts drag by 4% (TIME cites shaping and CFD analysis; it publishes no wind-tunnel figures)
Sources
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/scylon-frameset
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/collections/explore-scylon
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/2025-scylon-shimano-dura-ace
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/2025-scylon-sram-red-axs-2x
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/2025-scylon-shimano-ultegra
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/2025-scylon-sram-force-axs-2x
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/scylon-sram-rival-axs-2x
- https://www.timebicycles.com/cdn/shop/files/Scylon-Geo.png?v=1762301789
- https://global.timebicycles.com/products/2025-scylon-aero-road-bike-frameset
- https://assets.ctfassets.net/761l7gh5x5an/7jA9krKzzy3lRXPzlm4uyn/7982d7114b9d62978cb87876ea476535/58780c70-6247-4448-8384-b145fa30aba9.pdf
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/cable-ports-electric-mechanical-set-scylon
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/seatpost-scylon-2025
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/seatpost-collar-new-scylon
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/cable-routing-kit-scylon
- https://www.timebicycles.com/en-us/products/di2-battery-kit-aero-seatpost
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