Looking at this decent, comfortable road bike, we feel an opportunity has been missed in its unconsidered spec, resulting in a performance that’s compromised by ill-chosen parts. A few select upgrades (or even downgrades in the case of the bars) will transform the Lapierre Xelius SL 700 Ultimate into a more effective package. Some might love its distinctive silhouette, but honestly, we don’t.
Robin Schmitt, Granfondo
| Handlebar | ZIPP SLC2 V2 Carbon 40mm (XS) / 42mm (S, M, L) / 44mm (XL, XXL) |
|---|---|
| Stem | ZIPP Service Course 6° BLACK Ø: 31.8mm L: 90mm (XS, S) / 100mm (M) / 110mm (L) / 120mm (XL) / 130mm (XXL) |
| Seatpost | ZIPP SL SPEED CARBON Ø: 27.2mm L: 330mm |
| Saddle | FIZIK ARIONE R5 BLACK |
| Shifters | SHIMANO ULTEGRA Di2 ST6870 2×11-Speed |
| Front Derailleur | SHIMANO ULTEGRA Di2 FD6870F |
| Rear Derailleur | SHIMANO ULTEGRA Di2 RD6870GS 11-Speed |
| Crankset | SHIMANO ULTEGRA FC6800CX26 52×36 170mm (XS, S) / 172.5mm (M) / 175mm (L, XL, XXL) |
| Brakes | SHIMANO SMBB7141B PRESSFIT |
| Bottom Bracket | SHIMANO SMBB7141B PRESSFIT |
| Size | XS,S,M,L,XL,XXL |
