Seraph Bikes Superlight 836g X68 - Alternative to SL8 Fakes?

[Kar25]

The bike is assembled😉.
As shown in the picture, it ended up weighing 6.7 kg and there is still quite a bit of room for weight reduction.
The bike is the way it is because the user wanted it that way (10y daughter)... Until she changes her mind🤣

[Ludo]

How tall is your daughter and what frame size did you get?

[Kar25]

How tall is your daughter and what frame size did you get?

She is 140-145cm...bike size is 44 with 380x80 handlebar

[Freddy__HH]

As my frame is currently on route to me: any recommendations regarding a good Wahoo Mount?

Anything else worth upgrading?

Thx

[Kar25]

As my frame is currently on route to me: any recommendations regarding a good Wahoo Mount?

Anything else worth upgrading?

Thx

Look at MagCad mounts

[Freddy__HH]

Another question sorry - as some people seem to have stripped some of the screws provided with the frame, I am planning on upgrading. Is there any list on the screws dimensions etc. so I could purchase them in advance?

[Ride56]

I want to replace some screws with Ti-Screws. My frame didn‘t arrive yet, I can send you dimensions when I get the frame. So excited, since it’s the first bike I‘ll build.
Anybody know if the frame comes with Di2 battery holder?

[OlHag Cyclismo]

I want to replace some screws with Ti-Screws. My frame didn‘t arrive yet, I can send you dimensions when I get the frame. So excited, since it’s the first bike I‘ll build.
Anybody know if the frame comes with Di2 battery holder?

it comes with the seatpost di2 holder. It dangles from the bottom of the seatpost, so depending on your saddle height, you may have to cut your seatpost to make it work.

[Freddy__HH]

I want to replace some screws with Ti-Screws. My frame didn‘t arrive yet, I can send you dimensions when I get the frame. So excited, since it’s the first bike I‘ll build.
Anybody know if the frame comes with Di2 battery holder?

Pretty much in the same situation. Frame is on its way to me and I am trying to get everything ready in advance for a smooth build

[Ride56]

I've just seen in a video of a Specialized SL8 build you need a special brake adapter for the front brake with the specialized fork. Is it the same with the X68?

[glepore]

I've just seen in a video of a Specialized SL8 build you need a special brake adapter for the front brake with the specialized fork. Is it the same with the X68?

Yes, its shipped with the bike. Like the sl8, the spacing is non standard and you can only run a 160 rotor.

[lastmanstanding]

Hello everyone,
I’ve been reading your posts since August, and today I finally decided to write for the first time. I went ahead and bought the bike frame from Tan Tan because I was really curious to see how good such an affordable frame could be and whether it was actually worth it or not. Now i can share my feedback with you guys.
As of today, I’ve already done about 1,200 km with the bike, and I can say that I’m very happy with it. My previous bike was a Specialized SL7 Pro, and honestly, I like the TT-X68 much more — it feels faster and lighter than my old SL7.
The only thing that has me a little concerned is cornering. I’ve seen some users complain about how it handles in curves, and I’ve noticed the same. I’m not a great descender, but it’s true that I find it a bit unstable — as if the steering were softer?? I don’t know if it’s because I was used to the stiffness of the Roval Rapide handlebar on the SL7 or if it’s due to the fork, but that’s the only thing that doesn’t fully convince me! ( i have the newer version of the fork, the heavy one).
Maybe it’s not just the handlebar but the whole change of bike setup, since now I’m also riding with a wider rim at lower pressure (4,6 bar front ), and maybe everything adds up. Anyway, I’m thinking about changing the handlebar for a stiffer one without spending too much money. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks!
Here’s my current setup:

Frame : TT-X68 camaleon white 56
Wheels:  Ryet 50 F/R  (1430gr not the lightest ones)  with TPU RideNow tubes 24gr each 
Groupset : Sram Force   ( SRAM Force AXS powermeter + cassete force 10-33)
Handlebar: Tantan
Seat : Ryet 3d carbon  from Aliexpress
Pedals:  Bucklos carbon- titanium (220gr) from Aliexpress

[glepore]

Hello everyone,
I’ve been reading your posts since August, and today I finally decided to write for the first time. I went ahead and bought the bike frame from Tan Tan because I was really curious to see how good such an affordable frame could be and whether it was actually worth it or not. Now i can share my feedback with you guys.
As of today, I’ve already done about 1,200 km with the bike, and I can say that I’m very happy with it. My previous bike was a Specialized SL7 Pro, and honestly, I like the TT-X68 much more — it feels faster and lighter than my old SL7.
The only thing that has me a little concerned is cornering. I’ve seen some users complain about how it handles in curves, and I’ve noticed the same. I’m not a great descender, but it’s true that I find it a bit unstable — as if the steering were softer?? I don’t know if it’s because I was used to the stiffness of the Roval Rapide handlebar on the SL7 or if it’s due to the fork, but that’s the only thing that doesn’t fully convince me! ( i have the newer version of the fork, the heavy one).
Maybe it’s not just the handlebar but the whole change of bike setup, since now I’m also riding with a wider rim at lower pressure (4,6 bar front ), and maybe everything adds up. Anyway, I’m thinking about changing the handlebar for a stiffer one without spending too much money. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks!
Here’s my current setup:

Frame : TT-X68 camaleon white 56
Wheels:  Ryet 50 F/R  (1430gr not the lightest ones)  with TPU RideNow tubes 24gr each 
Groupset : Sram Force   ( SRAM Force AXS powermeter + cassete force 10-33)
Handlebar: Tantan
Seat : Ryet 3d carbon  from Aliexpress
Pedals:  Bucklos carbon- titanium (220gr) from Aliexpress

FWIW, some folks have issues with how the actual sl8 descends at speed.

[momento]

**“I’ve noticed it as well. I’m riding a size 52 frame with 50 mm deep wheels with carbon spokes, and I also feel some flex when entering corners above 35 km/h, especially if I keep pedaling.
Before, with 45 mm deep wheels, I felt it more. Now, with 50 mm wheels and very stiff carbon spokes, I feel it much less.

I find the handlebar very stiff — I’ve tested it during sprints both on the road and on the trainer. My feeling is that this excessive compliance is coming from the fork and the rear triangle.

Hello everyone,
I’ve been reading your posts since August, and today I finally decided to write for the first time. I went ahead and bought the bike frame from Tan Tan because I was really curious to see how good such an affordable frame could be and whether it was actually worth it or not. Now i can share my feedback with you guys.
As of today, I’ve already done about 1,200 km with the bike, and I can say that I’m very happy with it. My previous bike was a Specialized SL7 Pro, and honestly, I like the TT-X68 much more — it feels faster and lighter than my old SL7.
The only thing that has me a little concerned is cornering. I’ve seen some users complain about how it handles in curves, and I’ve noticed the same. I’m not a great descender, but it’s true that I find it a bit unstable — as if the steering were softer?? I don’t know if it’s because I was used to the stiffness of the Roval Rapide handlebar on the SL7 or if it’s due to the fork, but that’s the only thing that doesn’t fully convince me! ( i have the newer version of the fork, the heavy one).
Maybe it’s not just the handlebar but the whole change of bike setup, since now I’m also riding with a wider rim at lower pressure (4,6 bar front ), and maybe everything adds up. Anyway, I’m thinking about changing the handlebar for a stiffer one without spending too much money. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks!
Here’s my current setup:

Frame : TT-X68 camaleon white 56
Wheels:  Ryet 50 F/R  (1430gr not the lightest ones)  with TPU RideNow tubes 24gr each 
Groupset : Sram Force   ( SRAM Force AXS powermeter + cassete force 10-33)
Handlebar: Tantan
Seat : Ryet 3d carbon  from Aliexpress
Pedals:  Bucklos carbon- titanium (220gr) from Aliexpress

[lastmanstanding]

**“I’ve noticed it as well. I’m riding a size 52 frame with 50 mm deep wheels with carbon spokes, and I also feel some flex when entering corners above 35 km/h, especially if I keep pedaling.
Before, with 45 mm deep wheels, I felt it more. Now, with 50 mm wheels and very stiff carbon spokes, I feel it much less.

I find the handlebar very stiff — I’ve tested it during sprints both on the road and on the trainer. My feeling is that this excessive compliance is coming from the fork and the rear triangle.

It could be that the fork isn’t stiff enough—I don’t know—but I do notice a difference between handlebars! It’s also likely that the Roval is narrower and the one on the X68 is wider, so I can apply more leverage? I’m not sure… I think I’m going to remove the handlebar from the SL7 (the Roval Rapide) and fit it on the X68 so I can test and see what happens!