The INCOLOR SSR is a premium hyperbike frameset praised for its aerodynamic design, lightweight construction, and high stiffness, but criticized for high cost, long wait times, heavy handlebars, and some build quality issues.
Pros
- Excellent aerodynamic performance, claimed faster than Cervelo S5 and Specialized SL8
- Very lightweight frame, especially in smaller sizes
- High stiffness, particularly in the front end
- Good tire clearance up to 38mm
Cons
- High price point (over $3,000 for frameset, $4,399 for frame/fork/bar/seatpost)
- Long waiting time for delivery
- Heavy integrated handlebars (420-500g)
- Paint and accessories add significant weight (130-150g), final frame weight higher than claimed
Key Facts
- Claimed frame weight ~780g unpainted; actual weights 740-810g for sizes 51-58
- Wind tunnel testing at Silverstone shows 3-8W less drag than Cervelo S5 and Specialized SL8
- T47A threaded bottom bracket, UDH derailleur hanger, flat mount brakes
Reviews & Ratings
The reviewer discusses the INCOLOR SSR Road Frameset, highlighting its custom paint, aero features, and lightweight build. They praise its stiffness-to-weight ratio and aerodynamic design, noting it is optimized for 28-30mm tires. The bike is described as fast, comfortable, and a good value compared to high-end Western bikes like the Cannondale SuperSix Evo Lab 71.
AI Summary
Pros
- Custom paint options available
- Lightweight: complete bike weighs 6.48 kg
- Aero features: aero bottle, fork design, and cockpit
- Optimized for 28-30mm tires for comfort and speed
- Good value for the price compared to premium brands
Cons
- Aggressive riding position may not suit all riders
- No power meter data provided for performance comparison
Key Points
- Frame is the top-level model in Incolor's road bike series
- Frame has a bonnet at the front to lock the steer and prevent top tube scratches
- Comes with aero bottles that save 8-10 watts at 40 km/h
- Equipped with Light Bicycle aero cockpit and wheels (50mm deep, 24mm internal width)
- Uses Dura-Ace groupset with XXE carbon crank legs
- Weight: 6.48 kg including Garmin mount
The reviewer describes the INCOLOR SSR Road Frameset as a Chinese hyperbike that competes with top Western brands in both performance and price. It features a bayonet-style fork, integrated seatpost, and 3D-printed titanium components. The frame is noted for being very stiff, particularly in the front end, but this comes at the cost of front-end comfort. The bike is light and claimed to be aerodynamic, with the reviewer believing it is as fast as a Cervélo S5. However, the reviewer criticizes the heavy handlebars, lack of seatpost spacers, and leaking water bottles. Overall, the bike is seen as having great potential but with some execution flaws.
AI Summary
Pros
- Very stiff front end, especially with bayonet fork
- Legitimately light frame weight (e.g., size 51 around 740g)
- Claimed aero performance: 4W faster than Cervélo S5, 8W faster than SL8
- Excellent tire clearance (can fit 38mm measured tires)
- High-quality 3D-printed titanium parts (saddle clamp, head unit mount, disc brake adapters)
- Good rear-end comfort with 30mm tires
- Geometry suitable for taller riders with high stack
- Zero-offset seatpost topper available
Cons
- Front-end comfort is average to harsh due to heavy handlebars and bayonet fork
- Heavy integrated handlebars (over 400g, up to 450-500g for 150mm length)
- No spacers included for seatpost height adjustment; must be made from cut-off
- Included aero water bottles leak and are unusable
- Disjointed ride feel; front end feels separate from the rest of the bike
- Front-end heaviness when out of the saddle
- Some build quality issues (e.g., bottles, spacers) sour the premium experience
Key Points
- Frame, fork, handlebar, and seatpost cost $4,399
- Bayonet-style fork with narrow front end (33-35mm wide)
- Integrated seatpost must be cut to height; no spacers provided
- Frame weights: size 51 ~740g, size 54 ~740g, size 56 ~810g, size 58 ~788g
- Fork weight: 450-500g
- Claimed aero: 4W faster than Cervélo S5, 8W faster than Tarmac SL8
- Tire clearance: can fit 38mm measured tires without rubbing frame
- Handlebar weight for 150mm length is at least 420g, likely 450-500g
- Geometry: size 60 has 404mm reach and 598mm stack (high stack for a race bike)
- Comes with 3D-printed titanium saddle clamp, head unit mount, and disc brake adapters
The reviewer discusses building with the INCOLOR SSR road frameset, noting it requires a T47A bottom bracket and has a unique bayonet-style fork with internal brake hose routing. They mention the frameset came with a saddle in the pre-order package but swapped it out due to fit issues.
AI Summary
Pros
- Has a unique bayonet-style fork with internal brake hose routing for clean cable management
- Includes a brake cable in the install package specifically designed for fishing hydraulic lines through the frame
Cons
- The rear hydraulic line installation is described as 'a bit of a pain in the butt' and requires effort
- The included saddle lacks sufficient fore-aft adjustment compared to other saddles
- Requires careful measurement for seat mast and steer tube cutting
Key Points
- Requires a T47A bottom bracket
- Uses an asymmetric bottom bracket design
- Front brake hose routes through a small hole in the fork
- Has internal routing ports for rear brake hose
- Came with an INCOLOR saddle in the pre-order package
- Size 54 frame built up to 6.3kg (13.92lb)
The reviewer presents the INCOLOR SSR as a premium 'hyperbike' frameset, emphasizing its design for minimal frontal area, wind-tunnel development, lightweight construction, and high-quality finish. He details its features, compares it to competitors, and notes its high cost and long wait times.
AI Summary
Pros
- Design philosophy focused on minimal frontal area for reduced drag
- Claims to be a 'hyperbike' combining lightweight, stiffness, and aero performance
- Developed and tested in a wind tunnel at Silverstone, with claimed performance superior to a Cervelo S5 and Specialized SL8
- Features a bayonet-style front fork for a clean, integrated look
- Uses an integrated seatpost (ISP) to save weight and reduce frontal area
- Includes proprietary aero bottle cages designed to maintain low frontal area
- High-quality, glossy paint finish with color-matched details like the front derailleur hanger
- Features a T47A bottom bracket for ease of installation and wide tire clearance
- Includes UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- Clean internal cable routing through the fork and handlebar
- Handlebar has a 2cm rise for comfort in an aero position and is described as stiff
Cons
- High price point (over $3,000 per frameset)
- Long waiting time for delivery
- Paint jobs add significant weight (e.g., 130-150g)
- Final frame weights (900g-1000g+) are higher than the claimed 780g bare weight due to paint and accessories
- Potential compatibility issue with third-party brake adapters for 160mm rotors on the rear (resolved by using SRAM's own adapter)
- Proprietary handlebar and front-end system make aftermarket handlebar changes difficult and less elegant
Key Points
- Model: INCOLOR SSR Road Frameset
- Positioned as the top-tier 'hyperbike' in INCOLOR's road range
- Official claimed frame weight: ~780g (unpainted, without accessories)
- Measured frontal dimensions: ~34mm head tube, ~15mm seat mast
- Features a bayonet-style front fork and integrated seatpost (ISP)
- Bottom bracket: T47A (threaded)
- Includes proprietary aero bottle cages
- Derailleur hanger: UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- Brake mounts: Flat mount
- Reportedly developed with wind tunnel testing at Silverstone
cyclingchina.net
The blog post introduces the INCOLOR SSR Road Frameset, which is the top-tier racing version of the INTROPY SPEEDSTER lineup. It is described as having a more aggressive design and is scheduled for release next year. The post highlights its aerodynamic performance, with wind tunnel tests showing lower drag than the Specialized Tarmac SL8, and emphasizes its lightweight construction, high stiffness, and advanced features like a UDH derailleur hanger and T47A bottom bracket.
AI Summary
Pros
- Aerodynamic performance better than Specialized Tarmac SL8 in wind tunnel tests (3W less drag at 45 km/h).
- Lightweight: 54cm frame weighs 720g.
- High stiffness: 181 N/mm pedaling stiffness, surpassing Giant TCR adv SL.
- Innovative design: narrow head tube, integrated cable routing, aerodynamic water bottle system.
- Compatible with up to 38C tires for versatility.
- Includes UDH hanger for future SRAM T-type groupsets.
- T47A threaded bottom bracket for better stiffness and power meter compatibility.
- Multiple frame sizes with size-specific layup for consistent ride quality.
- Aesthetic options: 8 base colors plus custom paint from incolor.
Cons
- SSR version not yet available; will launch next year.
- High price point: SS and SS+ framesets cost 12,800 and 18,800 yuan respectively; SSR pricing not mentioned.
- Aerodynamic water bottle kit only standard on SS+; optional on SS.
- Limited availability of certain paint options (e.g., Starry Night limited to 22 units).
Key Points
- SSR is the racing version of the INTROPY SPEEDSTER, with more aggressive design.
- Wind tunnel at Silverstone SSEH: INTROPY SPEEDSTER averaged 3W less drag than Specialized Tarmac SL8 at 45 km/h.
- Frontal area: 626.46 cm², smaller than Cervelo S5 (3.2%) and Tarmac SL8 (1.7%).
- Frame weight: 720g for 54cm SS+ version.
- Pedaling stiffness: 181 N/mm.
- Tire clearance: up to 38C.
- Bottom bracket: T47A threaded.
- Derailleur hanger: UDH compatible.
- AEROWAV handlebar weight: 330g.
- AEROWAV wheelset: 1520g (steel spokes) or 1430g (carbon spokes).
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