Lightrider R3 Worldcup

from CHF 4'990.00
weight from 9.8 kg


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The new Thömus Lightrider R3 Worldcup – a consistent evolution developed in close collaboration with the athletes of the Thömus maxon Swiss Mountain Bike Racing Team. Here, 20 years of groundbreaking development and innovation come together in a true masterpiece. The R3 Worldcup represents cutting-edge technology and Swiss-made quality, showcased in a high-tech carbon frame designed specifically 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 from 60T Ultra High Modulus carbon fibers, it is not only lightweight but also sets new benchmarks in stiffness and agility. The extra-low center of gravity improves handling, while the aerodynamically shaped downtube repels dirt and mud.
The adaptive geometry allows riders to unleash their full performance on challenging terrain. With individually adjustable head angles, the R3 Worldcup offers maximum flexibility. Swiss quality is evident in every detail, from linkages to bearings.
Developed to break speed records, the Lightrider R3 Worldcup embodies the best of Swiss-made craftsmanship and innovation. Are you ready for a bike that doesn’t just promise performance, but delivers it in every corner and on every trail?

Geometry

  • Seat tube length
    400 mm
  • Top tube length
    558 mm
  • Steering tube length
    90 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    75.87 °
  • Steering angle
    67.1 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    40 mm
  • Stack
    594 mm
  • Reach
    420 mm
  • Body height
    155 - 168 cm
  • Seat tube length
    460 mm
  • Top tube length
    587 mm
  • Steering tube length
    90 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    75.5 °
  • Steering angle
    67.1 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    40 mm
  • Stack
    594 mm
  • Reach
    450 mm
  • Body height
    165 - 180 cm
  • Seat tube length
    500 mm
  • Top tube length
    619 mm
  • Steering tube length
    105 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    75 °
  • Steering angle
    67.1 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    40 mm
  • Stack
    608 mm
  • Reach
    475 mm
  • Body height
    178 - 190 cm
  • Seat tube length
    530 mm
  • Top tube length
    647 mm
  • Steering tube length
    115 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    74.7 °
  • Steering angle
    67.1 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    90 mm
  • BB Drop
    40 mm
  • Stack
    617 mm
  • Reach
    500 mm
  • Body height
    190 cm
  • Seat tube length
    400 mm
  • Top tube length
    561 mm
  • Steering tube length
    90 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    75.1 °
  • Steering angle
    66.3 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    34 mm
  • Stack
    600 mm
  • Reach
    412 mm
  • Body height
    155 - 168 cm
  • Seat tube length
    460 mm
  • Top tube length
    591 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 mm
  • Stack
    600 mm
  • Reach
    442 mm
  • Body height
    165 - 180 cm
  • Seat tube length
    500 mm
  • Top tube length
    622 mm
  • Steering tube length
    105 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    74.3 °
  • Steering angle
    66.3 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    34 mm
  • Stack
    614 mm
  • Reach
    467 mm
  • Body height
    178 - 190 cm
  • Seat tube length
    530 mm
  • Top tube length
    650 mm
  • Steering tube length
    115 mm
  • Seat angle effective
    74 °
  • Steering angle
    66.3 °
  • Chain stay length
    435 mm
  • Fork mounting length
    547 mm
  • BB Drop
    34 mm
  • Stack
    623 mm
  • Reach
    492 mm
  • Body height
    188-200 cm

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