Lightrider R3 Worldcup

from CHF 4'990.00


The new Thömus Lightrider R3 Worldcup - a consistent further development in close cooperation with the athletes of the Thömus maxon Swiss Mountain Bike Racing Team. Here, 20 years of pioneering development and innovation come together to create a masterpiece. The R3 Worldcup embodies state-of-the-art technology and Swiss-made quality, presented in a high-tech carbon frame that has been specially developed for demanding bike enthusiasts. International Prices: starting from €4500 for Europe; and from $4500 for the United States.

Simply the Best

The Lightrider R3 Worldcup is the result of three decades of development work, perfected through collaboration with the outstanding athletes of the Thömus maxon Swiss Mountain Bike Racing Team. With a frame made of 60T ultra high modulus carbon fibers, it is not only light, but also sets new standards in terms of stiffness and agility. The extra low center of gravity improves the riding characteristics, while the aerodynamically shaped down tube repels dirt and mud. The adaptive geometry enables riders to get the most out of their performance on challenging routes. With individually adjustable steering angles, the R3 Worldcup offers maximum flexibility. The Swiss quality is evident in every detail, from bell cranks to bearings. Designed to break speed records, the Lightrider R3 Worldcup embodies the best of Swiss-made craftsmanship and innovation. Are you ready for a bike that not only promises performance, but also delivers it in every bend and on every trail?

Geometry

  • Seat tube length
    400 mm
  • Top tube length
    572 mm
  • Steering tube length
    90 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    75.5 °
  • Steering angle
    67.1 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    mm
  • BB Drop
    40 mm
  • Stack
    594 mm
  • Reach
    420 mm
  • Body height
    up to 170 cm
  • Seat tube length
    460 mm
  • Top tube length
    605 mm
  • Steering tube length
    90 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    75.5 °
  • Steering angle
    67.1 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    530 mm
  • BB Drop
    40 mm
  • Stack
    594 mm
  • Reach
    450 mm
  • Body height
    168 - 185 cm
  • Seat tube length
    475 mm
  • Top tube length
    640 mm
  • Steering tube length
    105 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    74.3 °
  • Steering angle
    67.1 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    530 mm
  • BB Drop
    40 mm
  • Stack
    608 mm
  • Reach
    475 mm
  • Body height
    from 185 cm
  • Seat tube length
    400 mm
  • Top tube length
    mm
  • Steering tube length
    mm
  • Seat angle effective
    °
  • Steering angle
    °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    mm
  • Stack
    599 mm
  • Reach
    411 mm
  • Body height
    up to 170 cm
  • Seat tube length
    460 mm
  • Top tube length
    mm
  • Steering tube length
    90 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    74.7 °
  • Steering angle
    66.3 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    34.2 mm
  • Stack
    600 mm
  • Reach
    442 mm
  • Body height
    168 - 185 cm
  • Seat tube length
    mm
  • Top tube length
    mm
  • Steering tube length
    105 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    °
  • Steering angle
    66.3 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    34.4 mm
  • Stack
    614 mm
  • Reach
    475 mm
  • Body height
    from 185 cm

User Manual

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