Michael Matthews’ 2019 Cervelo S5 for Team SunwebPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The integrated front end of the bike includes a cockpit system, which aims to improve aerodynamics and comfortPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The 2019 Cervelo S5 features an external steerer system as opposed to a traditional internal steererPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The Di2 interface port is located in the handlebar endPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Matthews runs thumb sprint satellite shifters on the handlebar dropsPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Another look at Matthews’ cockpit setupPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Matthews runs a 54/39 chainring combinationPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Shimano R9150 Di2 electronic derailleurs provide the front and rear shifting on the CerveloPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
All of the Team Sunweb Cervelo framesets feature rider name decals on the top tubePatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Team Sunweb is one of several teams in the WorldTour to use a Shimano power meter systemPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Cervelo’s new S5 frameset is available as a disc-only brake systemPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
As well as switching frameset supplier, Team Sunweb has also switched from Vittoria to Continental tyresPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The team stick with its Shimano groupsets and wheels with Matthews opting for 40mm rims for a training camp in Spain during DecemberPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Matthews runs a Pro Stealth carbon saddlePatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The saddle features a large cutout section for improved comfortPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Michael Matthews uses standard 172.5mm crank armsPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The paint design on the new Cervelo framesets features a red to white fade with silver Cervelo decalsPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Team Sunweb will be using Sigma computers for the 2019 seasonPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Like many modern aero framesets, the Cervelo S5 uses a wedge clamp systemPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
A look at Matthews’ cockpit setupPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The busy paint design makes the most of Team Sunweb’s coloursPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Matthews’ bike is equipped with RT-800 discs instead of Dura-Ace versionsPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Matthews is running 160mm at the front and 140mm rotors on the rearPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
A look at the rear disc brake caliper and 140mm rotorPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The team’s secondary sponsors adorn the seat and chainstays of the bikePatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The seat tube of the S5 follows the curve of the rear wheel for improved aerodynamicsPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
An oversized bottom bracket area improves power transferPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The down tube of the frame also features a small cutaway section to improve airflow around the wheel and frame areaPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
Another look at the external steerer designPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The 2019 WorldTour kicks off in a few weeks at the Tour Down Under, with the first sightings of the four new frame partnerships in the top rung of the sport, alongside several new tech partnerships.
Team Sunweb is one of the four teams to switch frame suppliers — Giant to Cervélo — for this season, and we had an exclusive look at the new bikes at a training camp in Calpe, Spain last month.
Australian sprinter Michael Matthews has historically opted for aero-specific framesets in past seasons, most recently running the latest Giant Propel model. For 2019, the former Tour de France green jersey winner will be racing on the brand new Cervélo S5.
The integrated front end of the bike includes a cockpit system, which aims to improve aerodynamics and comfortPatrick Fletcher/Immediate Media
The new Cervélo S5 has all of the classic design features of a high-end, aero racing frameset. However, at the front end of the bike, there are a couple of unusual designs for maximum aero advantages.
First seen in time trial bikes, the S5 features an external steerer head tube, which is also seen on Cannondale’s latest aero bike — the SystemSix. The Cervélo S5 takes this one step further by integrating the aero cockpit to include a V-shape design, aiming to improve both aerodynamics at the front end and rider positioning and comfort.
Although Team Sunweb has switched frameset suppliers, the majority of its secondary components suppliers have remained. Shimano provides the team with groupsets and wheels, alongside finishing kit through the company’s sister brand Pro Components.
The team has switched tyres for 2019, opting for Continental Competition ALX tubulars over last year’s Vittoria offerings.
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Click or swipe through the gallery above for a detailed look at Michael Matthews’ 2019 setup and keep your eyes peeled for all of the tech from the WorldTour opener at the Tour Down Under later this month.
Full specification
Frameset: Cervélo S5, size 54
Front brake: Shimano Dura-Ace R9120, 160mm rotor
Rear brakes: Shimano Dura-Ace R9120, 140mm rotor
Brake/shift levers: Shimano Dura-Ace R9170 with satellite sprint shifters
Front derailleur: Shimano Dura-Ace R9150
Rear derailleur: Shimano Dura-Ace R9150
Cassette: Shimano Dura-Ace R9100, 11-28
Chain: Shimano Dura-Ace R9100
Crankset: Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P, 54/39 chainrings and 172.5mm crank arms
