The VOOK V8 is a lightweight full-carbon road bike with competitive pricing and good components, but actual weight is higher than claimed and it has some compatibility quirks like a non-standard headset bearing.
Pros
- Very light frame, fork, and complete bike
- Full carbon construction for frame, fork, wheelset, crank, and cockpit
- Fully internal cable routing for a clean look
- UDH hanger is easy to replace
Cons
- Actual weight is heavier than claimed (7.3kg vs 6.9kg)
- Stiffer ride compared to endurance bikes
- Non-standard 49mm upper headset bearing limits replacement options
- No dedicated Di2 wire exit for front derailleur
Key Facts
- Frame weight 883g (with axle and seat clamp), fork 404g (uncut)
- Actual complete bike weight 7.3kg vs claimed 6.9kg
- T700 carbon with T800/T1000 reinforcements at bottom bracket and head tube
Reviews & Ratings
The reviewer discusses the VOOK V8, a carbon road bike from Vook. He highlights its lightweight full carbon frame, fork, wheelset, and components, noting that the complete bike weighs 7.3 kg on his scale, slightly above the claimed 6.9 kg. He praises the clean internal cable routing, the included flat pedals and carbon grip paste, and the overall build quality. The frame set alone is very light, with the frame weighing 883g and the fork 404g. The bike is priced at Php85,500 and is available from Cycle Express.
AI Summary
Pros
- Very light frame, fork, and complete bike
- Full carbon construction for frame, fork, wheelset, crank, and cockpit
- Fully internal cable routing for a clean look
more pros in the video
Cons
- Actual weight is heavier than claimed (7.3 kg vs 6.9 kg)
- Stiffer ride compared to endurance bikes (based on reviews from other markets)
Key Points
- Frame set weight: 883g (frame with axle and seat clamp), 404g (fork uncut), 149g (seat post), 111g (headset hardware)
- Complete bike weight: 7.3 kg (actual), 6.9 kg (claimed)
- Full carbon frame, fork, 45mm deep wheelset, crank, and integrated bar/stem
more key points in the video
The VOOK V8 is a Chinese carbon frame praised for its light weight, competitive pricing (especially on Taobao), and practical design choices like BSA bottom bracket and T700 carbon with T800/T1000 reinforcements in critical areas. However, it uses a non-standard 49mm upper headset bearing, lacks a dedicated Di2 wire exit for the front derailleur, and has a significant price discrepancy between Taobao and official western pricing, raising concerns about brand transparency.
AI Summary
Pros
- Light weight and competitive pricing, especially on Taobao
- Practical design: BSA bottom bracket, T700 carbon with T800/T1000 in critical sections
- Reasonable cockpit and component options available from the brand
Cons
- Non-standard 49mm upper headset bearing limits replacement options
- No dedicated Di2 wire exit for front derailleur; must reuse mechanical cable exit
- Large price discrepancy between Taobao and official western pricing, raising trust issues
Key Points
- Frame uses T700 carbon with T800/T1000 reinforcements at BB and head tube
- BSA bottom bracket
- Non-standard 49mm upper headset bearing
more key points in the review
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