Gravel Bike RC520 Shimano 105 - Khaki/Two-Tone Black
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BENEFITS
Brake control
Hydro-mech disc brakes: effective, progressive braking with semi-metallic pad
Versatility
Inserts for pannier rack & mudguards, compatible with 36 mm tubeless ready tyres
Precision
The Shimano 105 R7000 groupset, front and rear derailleur, brake levers.
Lifetime warranty
Triban guarantees the frame, stem, and handlebars for life
Efficiency
suited for rolling trails, enhances comfort and performance
Instructions
Download it hereTECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SIZE BIKE
You should choose the size of your bike based on your height, as well as your build (arm span and leg length).
If you are between sizes, opting for the smaller size will give you a more comfortable position that makes it easier to tackle gravel trails.
XS: 154 - 165
S: 165 - 173
M: 173 - 180
L: 180 - 188
XL: 188 - 200
Frame
New Triban Evo frame in 6061 T6 aluminium, comfort-oriented geometry with adapted sloping
Weight: 1780 g in size M.Strong, versatile frame: you can attach mudguards and a pannier rack. Normative compatibility with tyres with a cross-section of up to 36. The special work done on the frame enables good lateral rigidity and good vibration dampening. Because of this, our quick-release (QR) wheel system is more accessible, and guarantees good rigidity.
Fork
Triban Evo fork with carbon blades and aluminium 1"1/8 Aheadset steerer tube. This fork combines comfort, low weight, and precision.
The carbon has been designed to provide good lateral rigidity and good filtering of frontal vibrations.
Inserts on blades for mounting a front pannier rack.
Maximum load on the fork: 8 kg,
Eyelets on the wheel axle for attaching a mudguard
Compatible with tyres measuring up to 36 mm
Handlebar / stem / steering
Triban aluminium gravel handlebars with a 16° flare for better grip and excellent comfort.
Handlebar width (axle-to-axle):
XS / S: 420mm.
M / L: 440 mm.XL: 460 mm. Stem:
XS / S: 80 mm.
M: 100 mm.
L: 110mm.XL: 120 mm
Drivetrain
A compact 50/34 11/32 for optimal performance on rolling trails
Shimano 105 R7000 shifters
Shimano 105 R7000 front derailleur
Shimano 105 R7000 rear derailleur with 11 speeds and long screed
Total weight: 843 g
So-called "Shadow" rear derailleur for better protection when gravel biking. The derailleur remains under the cassette and does not spring up and hit the chain stay, reducing the risk of it coming off.
Crankset / cassette
Microshift CS-H110 11S 11/32 cassette
(11/12/13/14/15/17/19/21/24/28/32).
Shimano RS 510 compact crankset 50/34.
Crank length varies according to size of bike:
XS, S: 170mm.M: 172,5mm.
L, XL : 175 mm.
Brakes
TRP HY/RD disc brakes.
Cable-operated hydraulic pistons, ensuring reliability and efficiency
160 mm disc at the front and rear
Anti-compression Jagwire housing to ensure braking precision and efficiency
Semi-metallic TRP pad (M515/M525 version)
Adjusting the TRP HY/RD brakes is explained in the following video (at 10:20 min) => https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcZKtFI8Els
Wheels
New Triban tubeless ready light 700x19c wheels for optimal performance on rolling trails
Aluminium 6063 T6.
ETRTO dimensions: 622 x 19 CHeight 25 mm for increased lateral rigidity.
Crossed steel spokes for greater rigidity 280/282 mm (28 front and 28 rear).
Sealed cartridge bearings.
Weight per pair (without cassette and QR): 2.3 kilograms
Tubeless 23 mm rim strip
Compatible with tyres from 25mm
Tyre
Hutchinson Overide 35 Tubeless Ready tyres for optimal performance on rolling trails
350 g
Skinwall flex bead
HardSkin puncture-proof fabric over the entire tyre
Durable carcass: 66 TPI.
Dimensions: 35c-622 / 700 x 35c
Min pressure: 3 bar / 43 psi
Max pressure: 5.5 bar / 80 psi
Mounted pressure with inner tube: 4.5 bar front, 5 bar back (75 kg rider)
SADDLE/SEAT POST
New Triban ErgoFit saddle. Hammock design for greater comfort. Aluminium Triban seat post.
Easy seat adjustment
Diameter: 27.2mm.
Length: 350 mm in M / L / XL, 250 mm in XS / S
The natural flex of the 27.2 diameter seat post dampens vibrations and shocks for added comfort
Pedals
Platform pedals included with the bike.
We recommend either platform or SPD pedals
Tyre sizes
Please be aware of the risk of tyres that are over 36mm.
Even if the clearance between the wheel and the fork and frame is enough for 40 mm tyres, there is a risk of you coming off your bike in the event that your shoe comes into contact with the front tyre. This can happen at low speeds on tight turns, and will depend on the size of the frame and how you've got your SPD cleats set up on your sole.
Tyre Compatibility
700x36 or 650x42 tyres can be fitted on the wheel
Bike weight
10.4 kg in size M, without pedals
HOW OUR RC520 GRAVEL BIKE WAS DESIGNED
Check out the story of how our bike was designed on Exposure.
From observations to field tests, and all the way through the design process:
FR:
https://triban.exposure.co/histoire-dune-mission-test-gravel-fr-copy
https://triban.exposure.co/lultime-reco
https://triban.exposure.co/partie-remise
https://triban.exposure.co/dans-mes-sacoches-bikepacking
https://triban.exposure.co/juste-un-grain-de-sable
EN:
https://triban.exposure.co/
COMPOSITION
composition
Bike frame: 100.0% Aluminium
Tips for storage and maintenance
Storage tips
Store your bike in a dry, cool place. If riding or storing your bike in a salty environment, be sure to wash your bike after each use.
Restrictions on use
Do not exceed the maximum rider + equipment weight of 110 kg
TESTS AND WARRANTY
Test product
In order to assess this gravel bike, we performed numerous tests in the lab and on roads and trails LAB TESTS for ISO 4210 Standard: LATERAL RIGIDITY, FORK FRONT SHOCK ABSORPTION, COMFORT (GEOMETRY) FIELD TESTS: LONG RIDES, OFF-ROAD GRAVEL (Tour des Flandres OFF-ROAD, ROC ORIGIN83, GRAVELXINOISE), numerous rides on all types of terrain (road, gravel, dirt trails, farm tracks, undergrowth, mud, rocky ground, etc.) / https://triban.exposure.co/lultime-reco
Agree by
Our design teams and testers
Parts guarantee
Lifetime warranty on the frame, 2 years on the fork, 2 years on peripheral components.