Rose XLITE 06 Ultegra

The "XLITE 06 Ultegra" model from the Rose brand is a high-quality racing bike that is characterised by its advanced technology and light weight. With a price tag of EUR 3499, this bike offers first-class equipment for ambitious riders. The frame of the XLITE 06 DISC is made of carbon and features a PressFit86 bottom bracket and a 12x142mm thru axle. The matt carbon-coloured frame design gives the bike an elegant yet sporty look. The total weight of the bike is just 7.3 kg, making it an excellent choice for fast and long rides.

The brakes and gears are from the Shimano Ultegra series, which is known for its reliability and precision. The disc brakes (ST-R8025 / BR-R8070) provide excellent braking power in all conditions. The shifting system includes a Shimano Ultegra RD-R8000 front derailleur and an FD-R8000 front derailleur, which enable precise and smooth gear changes. The crankset is also from the Ultegra series (FC-R8000) and has a 52/36 chainring with a crank arm length of 170mm. The sprocket is an 11-speed Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 with a gradation of 11-28 teeth.

The fork of the XLITE 06 is also made of carbon and is equipped with a 12x100mm thru axle. The steerer tube length is 372 mm. The bike is supplied without pedals, which must be purchased separately. The handlebar is a Ritchey Road Comp Streem II in black/matt with a width of 40cm, wrapped with Giusti Velvet handlebar tape in black. The stem is a ROSE Square anodised black with a length of 90mm.

The tyres are Schwalbe Pro One Evo in size 28-622 (622x28), which are mounted on a ROSE R30 Light wheelset. This combination ensures a light and responsive ride. The saddle is a fi'zi:k Antares in black, mounted on a Rose d-shape seatpost with 14mm offset and a length of 390mm with a diameter of 27.2mm.

The geometry of the frame is designed for performance and comfort. The reach is 372 mm, the stack 508 mm. The seat tube length is 430 mm, while the top tube has a length of 504 mm. The head tube angle is 71 degrees and the seat tube angle is 75.5 degrees. The head tube length is 105 mm, the chainstay length is 410 mm, the standover height is 730 mm and the wheelbase is 975 mm in total. The bottom bracket height is 273 mm.

Overall, the Rose XLITE 06 Ultegra offers an impressive combination of lightness, stiffness and comfort, which is suitable for both competitions and extended training rides.