Specialized S-Works Aethos SRAM RED AXS

Specialized S-Works Aethos SRAM RED AXS Overview

The Specialized S-Works Aethos SRAM RED AXS is a lightweight road bike built with an S-Works Aethos FACT 12r carbon frame, S-Works FACT carbon fork, and SRAM RED AXS 12-speed drivetrain. The frame uses Rider First Engineered construction, a threaded bottom bracket, electronic cable routing only, 12x142mm rear thru-axle spacing, and flat-mount disc brake compatibility.

This build pairs SRAM RED AXS 12-speed shift levers with SRAM RED AXS front and rear derailleurs. The drivetrain includes a SRAM RED XG-1290 10-33t 12-speed cassette, SRAM RED 12-speed chain, SRAM DUB BSA 68 bottom bracket, and SRAM RED AXS Power Meter crankset with 48/35 chainrings.

The bike uses Roval Alpinist CLX II tubeless carbon wheels with 21mm internal width rims, 33mm depth, Roval LFD hubs, and DT Swiss Aerolite spokes. S-Works Turbo 2BR 700x28mm tires, a Roval Alpinist alloy stem, S-Works Short & Shallow handlebar, S-Works Power with Mirror saddle, and Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost complete the build. The weight is 6.34 kg / 13 lb 15.6 oz in size 56.

Key Features of Specialized S-Works Aethos SRAM RED AXS

• S-Works Aethos FACT 12r carbon frame creates a lightweight road platform with threaded bottom bracket, electronic cable routing only, and flat-mount disc compatibility.
• S-Works FACT carbon fork uses a 12x100mm thru-axle and flat-mount disc setup.
• SRAM RED AXS 12-speed shift levers and derailleurs deliver the bike’s electronic drivetrain setup.
• SRAM RED AXS Power Meter crankset is paired with 48/35 chainrings.
• SRAM RED XG-1290 12-speed 10-33t cassette gives the drivetrain its stated gear range.
• SRAM RED AXS hydraulic disc brakes use 160mm rotors at the front and rear.
• Roval Alpinist CLX II tubeless carbon wheels use 33mm-deep rims, 21mm internal width, Roval LFD hubs, and DT Swiss Aerolite spokes.
• S-Works Turbo 2BR 700x28mm tires match the road-focused wheel package.

Ride Use

This bike is built for lightweight road riding, supported by its FACT 12r carbon frame, S-Works FACT carbon fork, Roval Alpinist CLX II carbon wheels, and 6.34 kg weight. The SRAM RED AXS 12-speed drivetrain, SRAM RED AXS hydraulic disc brakes, 700x28mm tires, and carbon seatpost give it a premium road-focused component package.

Why Choose This Bike

Choose this bike for a lightweight road build centered on the S-Works Aethos FACT 12r carbon frame and SRAM RED AXS drivetrain. It combines SRAM RED AXS hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm rotors, a SRAM RED AXS Power Meter crankset, Roval Alpinist CLX II tubeless carbon wheels, S-Works Turbo 2BR 700x28mm tires, and a 6.34 kg weight in size 56. The color is Satin Doppio, with frame and fork covered by a lifetime warranty for the original owner and other Specialized-branded parts covered for 2 years.