A friend for life. If speed comfort distance adaptability & durability top your list then this is the frameset for you. This totally new frame uses the proven geometry of the Granfondo Sc & Kinesis own Custom Drawn Ti 3AL/2.5V tubeset. The outcome is a superbly finished smooth riding frameset designed to go the distance & last for years. Key
Features: The GF_ Ti is manufactured by the builders of some of the worlds best Ti frames using finest top quality cold worked & stress relieved double-butted tubing. Clearance for up to a 25c tyre when using full size guards up to a 28c without. Geometry is set for standard reach [39-49mm] calipers this gives far more choice of high end componentry. Tough 7mm dropouts are double-eyeletted to easily accomodate rack & mudguard stays & our own brake bridge gives maximum tyre clearance. Down tube is Bi-ovalised where it meets the BB & Headtube Top tube is vertically ovalised at Headtube. Headtube is integrated. The larger diameter thin-walled tube gives more weld area & works perfectly with the excellent DC21 fork. Seat stays are curved with a 2m radius providing silky smooth comfort over long distances. Chain stays are deep section & set wide at the BB for stability. All eyelets are welded not riveted so they will never come loose. There is a chain keeper on the RHS seat stay to neatly hold the chain when the wheel is out. Hand brushed finish with heat cured decals. Frame
Material: An aerospace grade alloy 94% titanium 3% aluminum & 2.5% vanadium. The 54cm frame weighs 1480g (Manufacturer claimed). Seat Post
Size: 31.6mm. Front Derailleur Type: 34.9mm Clamp-on. Headset Type: Integrated 11/8 36º/45º for a 45mm OD head tube. Bottom Bracket Type: 68mm BSA.
Colour: Hand brushed Titanium with heat cured decals. Included: Frame DC21 carbon blade fork seat post clamp & headset. This Kinesis frame carries a 5 year manufacturers warranty.