Spcycle New Mold SP-R088 Carbon Road Frame

[DavidG]

Did I read anyone writing here that the SL8 seatpost clones sold in AliExpress fit the R088?

[jonathanf2]

Did I read anyone writing here that the SL8 seatpost clones sold in AliExpress fit the R088?

It should fit, they look to be the same shape. Though don't quote me on that!

Thanks to everyone in this thread for posting your experiences, both good and bad. It's been very helpful. I don't expect a quick build, but I should have it done by the end of the month.

The bike looks good! Also thanks for reminding me about the R088 0° setback seatpost. I ended up ordering one! 

[cancan]

Build complete of a chameleon purple in a size 58 with 105 Shimano Di2

Shimano Di2 battery was definitely a challenge as the inside of the frame needed sanding internally where the lip of the mould for seat post was

Paint work seems good and definitely more impressive in person, needed to sand a small amount of overspray off for the brakes but nothing substantial. Bike went together easy enough and rides well.

Frame and handle bars definitely light, as this is on some R470 wheels so would be fairly easy to loose a fair bit more weight and I adjusted for a slightly longer expander plug just to play safe with the bars   
 

[gyhu]

Hello,

My first post about first build. Order and delivery went smooth and took about 1 month. Weights are in par with another buyers experience.  It's another one with raw carbon glossy finish. I planed to swap everything from my old bike (cracked frame). But in last minute i decided to go with  KOCEVLO TB340 (360-110mm) wich is most interesting part of my build because it was a bit of gamble with no reviews or even mention. Handelbar look cool but quality is average. I only did few very short test rides. My initial feelings are that rxl sl carbon bar with light uno stem in same dimensions is stiffer. Removable cover make internal routing really easy, without it i would stay with old setup. Overall ride feels more comfortable as my previous bike (2019 Radon Spire). I need to fine tune shifting and breaks (some disc rub with power down) and ride more to have valuable opinion.

Size 54
KOCEVLO TB340 handlebar
ulterga r8000 mech 50-34, pes powermeter 165 mm, shimano cs-hg700 11-34
elitewheels ent 2, conti 5000, ride now tubes
selle italia saddle
tacx bottle cages, shimano m520 pedals, rockbros computer mount
8.1 kg

[DavidG]

Is there two type of seatposts Spcycle is sending? I see this last one with a round head (circle) and others with the more "classic" head.

[Bonus79]

Is there two type of seatposts Spcycle is sending? I see this last one with a round head (circle) and others with the more "classic" head.

It depends on the seatpost offset.
The 0mm offset (straight) seatpost has a round head, while the 15mm offset one has a "classic" head.
For my old frame, I purchased a round-head seatpost like the one in the photo... I don't like that locking system at all because I find it impractical: every time you tighten the screw, the two side wedges lock, and to make any further adjustments to the saddle, you have to first unlock them... for someone like me who frequently works with the saddle (even just to test different models or try different settings), it's definitely not the best solution.

[gyhu]

I actually like round design with 0 offset. To make adjustment there is only one bolt with easy access. So when they added this option it made my decision easier.

[jonathanf2]

I was an early adopter (bought early to avoid US tariff price hikes), and mine came with the setback seat post. Had I known a 0° offset seat post would be made available, I would have jumped on that instead. Also I don't mind the round seat post design. It's just important to torque it down properly prior to riding.

[DavidG]

Anyone in Europe has a 380mm seatpost who wouldn't mind swapping with me for a 300mm? I think it is a tad short for me.

[DavidG]

Also, anyone with a 380mm seatpost who doesn't mind telling me how many mm till the "rough" surface starts (from top or bottom I dont mind).

Here it is a photo of my 300mm for reference.

https://ibb.co/jkRqVx2D

[HarryFunmaker]

Also, anyone with a 380mm seatpost who doesn't mind telling me how many mm till the "rough" surface starts (from top or bottom I dont mind).

Here it is a photo of my 300mm for reference.

https://ibb.co/jkRqVx2D

Mine's about 50mm from the bottom.

[DavidG]

Mine's about 50mm from the bottom.

So in a 300mm, from the bottom, it is about 45mm "clear" UD, 125mm "rough" and 130 "clear" UD.

What's the 380mm like?

[HarryFunmaker]

So in a 300mm, from the bottom, it is about 45mm "clear" UD, 125mm "rough" and 130 "clear" UD.

What's the 380mm like?

From the bottom up, it's about 50mm clear, 149mm rough, then 178mm to the center of the hole. That's not quite 380, but assume 50 + 150 + 180 and the math adds up.

[davidnp76]

Hello,

My first post about first build. Order and delivery went smooth and took about 1 month. Weights are in par with another buyers experience.  It's another one with raw carbon glossy finish. I planed to swap everything from my old bike (cracked frame). But in last minute i decided to go with  KOCEVLO TB340 (360-110mm) wich is most interesting part of my build because it was a bit of gamble with no reviews or even mention. Handelbar look cool but quality is average. I only did few very short test rides. My initial feelings are that rxl sl carbon bar with light uno stem in same dimensions is stiffer. Removable cover make internal routing really easy, without it i would stay with old setup. Overall ride feels more comfortable as my previous bike (2019 Radon Spire). I need to fine tune shifting and breaks (some disc rub with power down) and ride more to have valuable opinion.


Hi, sorry to bother you, mate. I love the finish of your frame. How did you get that finish? It's exactly what I want, but I only see the matte and gloss black UD finishes on Spycycle. Best regards and thanks in advance.

Size 54
KOCEVLO TB340 handlebar
ulterga r8000 mech 50-34, pes powermeter 165 mm, shimano cs-hg700 11-34
elitewheels ent 2, conti 5000, ride now tubes
selle italia saddle
tacx bottle cages, shimano m520 pedals, rockbros computer mount
8.1 kg

[gandalf]

Hello,

I am about to finishing my sons new bike. Brakes are second handed 105 and they have no bolts. Does anybody know which length should I buy? Front and rear, please

Thanks in advanced.