Colnago says its new V1-r is by far the lightest frame it has ever offered. Actual weight for a bare frame is just 835g (size 48S)James Huang / Future Publishing
According to Colnago, the new V1-r is lighter than the C60 but also has a firmer and more aggressive ride qualityJames Huang / Future Publishing
As Colnago has done on numerous occasions in the past, the V1-r was developed in collaboration with FerrariJames Huang / Future Publishing
One of the defining features of the Colnago V1-r is the direct-mount brake interface. The rear brake has also been moved down below the chain stays, all in the name of better aerodynamics and improved braking performanceJames Huang / Future Publishing
The stays are notably slender with very clean aesthetics. The fork is built with a 1 1/8-to-1/4in tapered carbon fiber steererJames Huang / Future Publishing
Rear dropouts are made of carbon fiber – a first for ColnagoJames Huang / Future Publishing
The down tube is extremely wide and the chain stays are very tall. Both are anchored by Colnago’s clever ThreadFit 82.5 bottom bracket shellJames Huang / Future Publishing
In response to the various problems associated with newer bottom bracket standards, Colnago’s ThreadFit 82.5 system is meant to be a ‘forever’ system that firmly threads into the frame with a secure metal-on-metal fit but is still compatible with modern Shimano-standard PF86 cupsJames Huang / Future Publishing
Colnago’s ThreadFit 82.5 bottom bracket – here shown on a C60 shell – uses a permanently bonded-in aluminium threaded sleeve. PF86-compatible cups then press in to provide what is supposed to be a creak-free fitJames Huang / Future Publishing
The internal cable routing is convertible between mechanical and electronic systemsJames Huang / Future Publishing
The direct-mount brakes save a few grams over standard calipers but according to Colnago, also work better as there’s less flex in the system. The convertible internal routing system is also designed to accept Campagnolo’s latest EPS v2.0 internal battery setup, complete with a hole in the down tube just above the bottom bracket cable guide to accommodate the external charging portJames Huang / Future Publishing
The aluminium replaceable rear derailleur hanger is intentionally designed to break on impact in order to save the carbon dropoutsJames Huang / Future Publishing
The seatpost features similar Kamm-type shaping in an effort to decrease aerodynamic drag. According to Colnago, this also improves rider comfort, too. Multiple seat tube slots improve clamping consistency on the seatpost as well to reduce slippingJames Huang / Future Publishing
The fork crown is notably squared-offJames Huang / Future Publishing
A stainless steel plate is affixed to the chain stay to protect the frame against chain suckJames Huang / Future Publishing
Sleek shaping on the seat stay bridgeJames Huang / Future Publishing
Colnago will offer the new V1-r in three colors, including all-black, all-white, and a black/white/red schemeJames Huang / Future Publishing
Shimano-equipped Colnago V1-r bikes will come with Shimano calipers while Campagnolo ones will feature Colnago-branded aluminium calipers made by The HiveJames Huang / Future Publishing