TRIGON AR01 - Taiwan's best road bike? 6 Month Review.
China Cycling
November 08, 2023
The Trigon AR01 is Trigon's latest and greatest bike. It has some standout features you won't find on other bikes. It's billed as an "all rounder" (That's what the AR stands for.) and I think it lives up to its name. It feels as happy in the mountains as on the flats. A great bike, but is it worth the price tag?
Also: I didn't install those shift buttons all the way in, so they look a little out of place. That was my bad, not the design of the buttons. :)
00:00 Introduction
00:45 How did this come about?
01:15 Who are Trigon?
02:00 Standout Features
04:24 The Full Bike
05:42 The Frame
07:50 The Seatpost
08:05 The Cockpit
09:38 The Wheels
13:01 The Price - Value?
15:18 Final Verdict?
16:30 Should You Buy One?
17:04 Conclusion
Parts Mentioned
TRIGON AR01
FrameTRIGON AR01
Created: June 11, 2026The reviewer praises the TRIGON AR01 as a stunning, well-designed bike with excellent attention to detail, but notes it is expensive and has some drawbacks with the optional wheels.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Stunning visual appeal, especially in small sizes
- Attention to detail, including golf ball-style dimples and disc brake caliper shrouds
- Stiff yet comfortable ride, with good handling and confidence-inspiring
- Integrated cockpit with comfortable bar and thumb shifters
- Multiple bottle cage mounts and 32c tire clearance for versatility
- UCI approved frame
- Lightweight at 6.8 kg with Dura-Ace groupset
- Unique look that stands out on group rides
Cons
- High price: $8,990 for complete bike, $4,045 for frameset
- Optional Black Tech wheels are heavy (approx 1,500g), stiff with low vertical compliance, and use hookless rims which the reviewer considers not ready for road
- No GPS mount included
- Frameset price is close to S-Works level, making value questionable
Where to Buy
AR Series