2013
2013
This year, B’TWIN’s road range has the following main characteristics: performance, responsiveness, efficiency and design. The brand’s ambition is to provide users with a wide range of sensations when riding their road bikes. The product development process always begins with observing and talking to riders on the ground in order to identify their needs as well as possible. To do this, the brand gets as close as it can to users before using the expertise of its cyclingmad teams to design, test and manufacture quality products. Since 2011, B’TWIN has been involved in a technical partnership with the U19 junior Racing Team (as of September 2012: 34 victories, 44 podiums, 3 national French titles and 2 riders selected for the French team – World Junior Champions 2011). Passionate designers, B’TWIN’s aim is to unite people and enable everyone to discover road cycling through innovative, top-quality products.
Road • facet 7 ESR Di 2 The most high-performance bike in the B’TWIN range. Invigorating and technical, this 100% racing bike is built to win. > Frame used by the juniors 2 U19 team, 2013 season. weight 7.4 kg* sizes 53-55-57-59 rrp 3 749.95 €
sprocket
frame
B’TWIN Facet ESR
forks
B’TWIN Facet composite differentiated diameter
brakes crankset
Shimano ULTEGRA Shimano ULTEGRA Compact 50 x 34
wheels
Shimano ULTEGRA 12 x 25 MAVIC Cosmic Carbone SLR
tyres
MAVIC Yksion
Saddle
Prologo Nago
front Derailleur
Shimano ULTEGRA Di 2
handlebars
DEDA RHM 02
rear Derailleur
Shimano ULTEGRA Di 2
stem
DEDA ZERO 2
pedals *Size 57 without pedals
Look KÉO easy
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Cap de Creus - Spain 04/12
Road • facet 7 Designed for powerful riders and competitors in federal road races, the Facet 7
is ideal for fast flat races and mid-range mountains. The Facet 7 design, made of composite materials with an oversized frame providing increased power without reducing comfort, guarantees excellent long-term reliability. > Frame used by the juniors 2 U19 team, 2013 season. weight sizes rrp
7.1 kg* 51-53-55 57-59-61 3 499.95 €
FRAME
B’TWIN Facet ESR
fORKS
B’TWIN Facet composite
brakes
SRAM Red
crankset
SRAM RED compact 50 x 34
sprocket
SRAM Force 12 x 25
chain
SRAM Force
*Size 57 without pedals
wheels
MAVIC Cosmic Carbone SLR
tyres
MAVIC Yksion
saddlE
Prologo Nago
handlebars
DEDA RHM 02
stem
DEDA ZERO 2
pedals
Look KÉO Easy
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
B’TWIN U19 Racing Team
Road • Facet 5
The Facet 5 was designed for all sports-oriented road riders on all terrain and triathletes, over middle and long distance races with climbs. The 100% B’TWIN design, made of composite materials, with a frame and forks designed for competitors, make the Facet 5 a bike that will help all serious road cyclists achieve their ambitions.
weight 7.5 kg* sizes 51-53-55 57-59-61
rrp
2 299.95 €
frame
B’TWIN Facet ESR
forks
B’TWIN Facet composite
brakes Crankset
sprocket
Shimano ULTEGRA Shimano ULTEGRA compact 50 x 34
wheels
Shimano RS 80 C24
tyres
Michelin Pro 4 race
saddle
front Derailleur
Shimano ULTEGRA
handlebars
rear Derailleur
Shimano ULTEGRA
stem pedals
*Size 57 without pedals
ULTEGRA 12 x 25
Prologo Nago B’TWIN Comp compact oversize B’TWIN Comp oversize Look KÉO easy
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Sarrat de Las CrĂŠous - Spain 04/12
Road • FC 7 Designed for avid road cyclists and competitors, the FC7 combines good looks and
comfort and still provides thrilling ride quality. It comes with a compact crankset that will take you over any mountain pass and the carbon frame and forks are the result of an 8-year partnership with professional road cycling teams. It is THE “ready-to-ride” bike for any competitor. > Frame used by the juniors 2 U19 team, 2013 season. weight 7.6 kg* sizes 51-53-55 57-59-61
rrp
1 599.95 €
frame
forks brakes crankset
FC 700 composite: Design the result of an 8-year partnership with professional road cycling teams
SRAM rival compact 50 x 34
rear derailleur
SRAM Rival
*Size 57 without pedals
saddle
SRAM Rival
SRAM Rival
wheels tyres
B’TWIN Composite
front derailleur
sprocket
handlebars stem pedals
SRAM Rival 12 x 25 MAVIC Ksyrium Équipe Michelin PRO 3 Race Prologo Nago B’TWIN Comp alu oversize compact B’TWIN Comp alu oversize Look KÉO easy
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
B’TWIN U19 Racing Team
Road • FC 5
Designed for road cycling, the FC5 is the ideal introduction to intensive road cycling and triathlon. Its carbon frame with a racing history, and Shimano 105 double compact groupset can take on any flat or mountain challenge. What more could a cyclist want ? Efficient, comfortable and versatile, the FC5 is set to be extremely popular.
weight 8.2 kg* sizes 51-53-55 57-59-61
rrp 1 299.95 €
frame Forks brakes crankset
FC 700 composite: Design the result of several years of a PRO TOUR partnership
B’TWIN Comp Cartridge Shimano 105 Compact 50/34 Shimano 105
rear derailleur
Shimano 105
*Size 57 without pedals
wheels tyres
B’TWIN Composite
front derailleur
sprocket
saddle handlebars stem pedals
Shimano 105 10v 12 x 27 Shimano RS 10 Michelin PRO 3 RACE Prologo Nago B’TWIN Comp alu oversize compact B’TWIN Comp alu oversize Shimano R540
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Col de la Bonnette - France 05/12
Road • FC 3
Designed for short and middle distance rides on flat and slightly undulating terrain. This frame is the result of B’TWIN’s technical partnership with the U19 Racing Team. The compact Shimano Tiagra groupset will guide you over all terrain.
weight 8.9 kg* sizes 51-53-55 57-59-61
rrp 999.95 €
frame
FC 700 composite: Design the result of several years of a PRO TOUR partnership
Forks
B’TWIN Composite
brakes crankset
sprocket wheels tyres
B’TWIN Sport Cartridge Shimano TIAGRA Compact 50/34
handlebars
front derailleur
Shimano TIAGRA
stem
rear derailleur
Shimano TIAGRA
pedalS
*Size 57 without pedals
Shimano TIAGRA 10v 12 x 28 B’TWIN Allround 28 B’TWIN Sport FRC 700 x 23 B’TWIN Sport alu oversize compact B’TWIN Sport alu oversize Welgo 40 automatic
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Col des Arres - France 04/12
GEOMETRY
Competition inspired choices Geometry > Versatility We decided to maintain the frame geometry and forks used on our ‘performance’ bikes since 1999. Back then, this geometry, designed in partnership with Armel AndrĂŠ, ergonomist for pro cycling teams, gave our bikes a neutral demeanour, both easy to steer and stable at high speeds. This geometry has proved its versatility from the flat Flemish roads to high mountain stages for more than 10 years now. To increase speed through the bends, the bottom bracket has been lowered by 2mm. Reinforced removable dropout The rear derailleur dropout is 8mm thicker in the tightening zone. Reinforcement has also been added making the ensemble more rigid. This improvement is necessary to get the best out of modern groupsets, which change gear faster and more precisely. To achieve the same qualities from the front derailleur, we chose an inox dropout.
facet e.s.r* THE FRAME The FACET has two distinct parts to its geometry : • The lower part or Dynamic Structure, made up of the forks, the steering, the diagonal tube, the bottom bracket, the chainstay and the rear wheel dropouts. This determines how the bike behaves. It is oversized to provide extra rigidity. Pedal input is transferred to the rear wheel with maximum efficiency and effort on the handlebars is exploited to the maximum. Therefore, the frame is productive while the rider is seated in the saddle and also during the kick-off and acceleration phases when the cyclist is standing up and pulling on the handlebars. • The upper part or Supporting Structure made up of the top tube and the stays. In contrast to the dynamic structure, this is as thin as possible. This geometry liberates the seat tube from the top tube/wishbone, which provides further vibration dampening from the road. Despite extremely rigid pedalling, the FACET preserves a certain flexibility up front, a foundation that doesn’t make it uncomfortable. Frame weight : 1200 g Forks weight : 360 g
New architecture to increase the rigidity of the Dynamic Structure Angular Down Tube > Rigidity ́ The angled sides are clearly visible along the main tubes. This gives the down tube extreme rigidity when flexed. This characteristic increases the FACET’s lateral rigidity. The down tube’s dimensions speak for themselves 57mm at the base of the head tube running to 60mm at the bottom bracket. Conical steering tube > Rigid front + Precise steering The fork has a conical steering tube. The diameter of its cone changes from 37mm to 28.6mm progressively down its length (100mm). The lower ring of the FACET’s steering measures 1.5’’ (1’’1/2). In addition to a major increase in the rigidity of the steering tube, this progressivity enables extremely high fork resistance to solicitations such as braking or impacts without the need to add more material. *Electric Shifting Ready **Weight painting size 57
The volume of the steering tube base enables the two fork blades to be coupled at a width of 57mm. The lateral rigidity of the fork resulting from this design and the geometry of the front part of the frame provide extremely precise steering at high and low speeds and are also perfect for sprints and abrupt accelerations. Variable thickness chain stays > Controlled deformation of rear triangle. The chain stays have a significant jump in thickness 10cm behind the bottom bracket. This geometry displaces the flexion zone from the rear of the bottom bracket towards the middle of the chain stays. Therefore, the deformation of the rear triangle, caused by pedalling forces, does not take place directly at the bottom bracket but closer to the wheel. Deformation at the bottom bracket is therefore less significant than with more progressive thickness chain stays. Fibre > Rigidity The fibre used for the frame and forks is Toray T800. This is a high modulus fibre that enables us to reach our objectives in terms of rigidity = + 22% compared to the fibre used on the FC. A streamlined design to make the Supporting Structure more comfortable.
A streamlined design to make the Supporting Structure more comfortable Thin stays with kinks > Calculated comfort Ě The stays are thin in order to filter vibrations from the road. To accentuate this aspect, which makes cycling more comfortable, the stays have a kink in them. The two different flex points along their length enable microdeformations and therefore better vibration filtering. Lengthened seat tube > Constant comfort The FACET frame’s seat tube is several centimetres higher than the top tube. This ensures that, however high your saddle height, the seat post will not rigidify or restrain the frame at the junction of the top tube and stays. Therefore, the FC remains comfortable for all rider morphologies.
facet e.s.R Forks deformation > Controlled comfort Owing to our years of experience in top-level competition, we calibrated the fork strain at 9mm with a load of 60kg. This relatively tolerant value filters vibrations from the road without hindering steering precision. Carbon dropout > reduction in mechanical stress The front and rear wheel dropouts are entirely made of carbon. They are manufactured using a carbon compression procedure. This gives them the necessary resistance to wheel tightening, flexion caused by the transmission and impacts from the road.
In conclusion: A union of power and pleasure Every line and shape of the FACET frame is designed to increase pedalling efficiency in all situations. We created the FACET and developed its geometry in order to generate significant gains in terms of rigidity. The improvements made compared to the FC frame are as follows: > lateral rigidity at front wheel: +40% > bottom bracket rigidity: +23% > lateral rigidity at back wheel: identical to the FC. The rigidity of the front and the bottom bracket makes the bike efficient when the rider is standing up on the pedals. This makes it the ideal solution for punchers, attackers and sprinters, but also for climbers who like to stand up on their pedals and vary the rhythm.
fc THE FRAME The FC frame and forks combination has everything you need for competitive riding but also for amateur road cycling buffs.
A high-performance combination, comfortable and lightweight... The fork is composite, the steering tube carbon and dropouts aluminium. The FC frame performs equally well in the mountains as on uneven flat roads. There are two distinct parts to its geometry. • The lower part or Dynamic Structure, made up of the forks, the steering, the diagonal tube, the bottom bracket, the chain stay and the rear wheel dropouts. Compared to the FACET, it is less rigid and therefore more suitable to a wider range of cyclists. This frame is very versatile and the tubes are calibrated to respond to forces of 150 W upwards • The upper part or Supporting Structure made up of the top tube and the stays. This combination makes it easier to kick off on hilly courses, without compromising peloton speed on the flat because of its relative flexibility. This geometry liberates the seat tube from the top tube/wishbone, which provides further vibration dampening from the road. The T700 type fibre is less demanding than the one used on the FACET and filters out more vibrations. Frame weight : approx. 1.2kg (size 55) Forks weight : approx. 360g with uncut steering tube. Steering tube The steering tube is a constant 1 1/8. This standard provides rigidity and precision without “blocking” the front and how it absorbs vibrations.
Progressive thickness chain stays The chain stays become thinner towards the rear section from the bottom bracket to the rear dropouts, which are made of aluminium and glued on. This design gives the bottom bracket better lateral mobility, which makes attacking easier for less powerful riders, and easier riding at low speeds on steep slopes.
Deformation
Rupture
24 kg/mm /mm
500 kg/mm2/mm
2
Lengthened seat tube > Constant comfort The FC frame’s seat tube is several centimetres higher than the top tube. This ensures that, however high your saddle height, the seat post will not rigidify or restrain the frame at the junction of the top tube and stays. Therefore, the FC remains comfortable for all rider morphologies. Forks deformation > Controlled comfort Owing to our years of experience in top-level competition, we calibrated the fork strain at 9mm with a load of 60kg. This relatively tolerant value filters vibrations from the road without hindering steering precision.
In conclusion: a frame with a competitive history that carried the yellow jersey, accessible to all cyclists The rigidity of the front and the bottom bracket makes the bike efficient when the rider is standing up on the pedals. This makes it an ideal bike for long distance amateur road lovers and less powerful climbers. The rigidity of the rear triangle is perfect for riding at constant fast speeds. It enables riders to keep a consistent pedalling cadence. This controlled flexibility makes bikes race-efficient. The frame is designed so you can ride for hours without getting tired.
Road • TRIBAN 7
With its aluminium-carbon frame and its carbon fork with aluminium pivot, the Triban 7 is an ultra-sporty bike that manages all terrains without any difficulties.
weight 9.4 kg* sizes 51-54-57-60 rrp
749.95 €
frame
B’TWIN Sport Aluminium with carbon stays : The aluminium sloping frame is rigid and easy to handle. It has shorter geometry for a comfortable riding position. The shape of the tubes optimises output. The carbon stays filter vibrations and their shape increases lateral rigidity.
forks
B’TWIN Sport Carbonaluminium steering column: Robust, lightweight and precise.
tRANSMISSION sprocket front/fear derailleur crankset
Shimano TIAGRA compact 2 x 10 ; Shimano TIAGRA combined levers Shimano TIAGRA 10v 12 x 28 Shimano TIAGRA Shimano TIAGRA 50 x 34
brakes
B’TWIN Sport double pivot, brake pads/mounts
wheels
B’TWIN Allround 28
tyres
Hutchinson Equinox
PeDAls
Welgo 40 automatic
*Size 57 without pedals
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Road • TRIBAN 5
Ideal for road cycling for pleasure or for training, the Triban 5 mixes aluminium and carbon making it comfortable and efficient. Decidedly sporty, it can easily take on a ride in the mountains.
weight 9.9 kg* sizes 48-51-54-60 rrp 499.95 €
frame
B’TWIN Sport Aluminium 6061 T6
forks
B’TWIN Sport aluminium-carbon steering column, aluminium 1’’1/8
Steering column stem crankset transmission
Integrated
Shimano Sora triple 50/39/30
*Size 57 without pedals
B’TWIN Sport
brakes
B’TWIN Sport double pivot, brake pads/mounts
handlebars sprocket
B’TWIN Sport oversize
Shimano Sora 3 x 9 speeds
saddle
wheels tyres
B’TWIN Sport alu oversize compact 9-speed 12 x 25 B’TWIN Sport 32 inox spokes, double wall flat rimspoke nipples B’TWIN Sport FRC 700 x 23
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Road • TRIBAN 3
The Triban 3 is the perfect bike to discover road cycling and for general road outings. A decent bike that feels great whilst out in the saddle making road cycling accessible to all.
weight 10.5 kg* size 45-48-51-54 57-60-63
rrp 349.95 €
frame
B’TWIN Sport Aluminium 6061 T6
forks
Slimline steel
stem crankset transmission saddle *Size 57 without pedals
B’TWIN Sport oversize Triple en 50 x 39 x 30
brakes handlebars sprocket wheels
Microshift 3 x 8 speeds B’TWIN Sport
tyres
B’TWIN Sport double pivot, brake pads/mounts B’TWIN Sport alu oversize compact 8-speed 12 x 25 B’TWIN Sport 32 inox spokes, double wall flat rimspoke nipples B’TWIN Sport FRC, 23 mm
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Road • Fit 7
Designed for regular to intensive road riders, the Fit 7 is ultra-light. The upright riding position makes it more comfortable over long distances.
weight 9.4 kg* sizes 51-54-57-60 rrp
699.95 €
Frame
B’TWIN Sport Aluminium with carbon stays : The aluminium sloping frame is rigid and easy to handle. It has shorter geometry for a comfortable riding position. The shape of the tubes optimises output. The carbon stays filter vibrations and their shape increases lateral rigidity
forks
B’TWIN Sport aluminium-carbon steering column : Robust, lightweight and precise.
saddle
Royal Viper. Seatpost : alu. Extremely comfortable saddle – perfect for long distances.
tRANSMISSION
Shimano TIAGRA 2 x 10 compact ; Shifter Shimano TIAGRA ; Derfr/rear : Shimano TIAGRA ; Crankset : Shimano TIAGRA 50 x 34 ; Sprocket 12 x 28
Pedals
Flat with toe clips
brakes
B’TWIN Sport double pivot, brake pads/mounts; 3-finger alu brake levers : Powerful, progressive and reassuring braking. Levers are ergonomic and reactive to pressure.
wheels
Aluminium double wall rims, 28 spokes to improve aerodynamics. Hutchinson EQUINOX tyres, 23 mm
*Size 57 without pedals
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Road • Fit 5
Ideal for regular road outings, this lightweight and sporty bike will take on slopes of any kind. The Fit 5 is the perfect compromise between performance and comfort on the road. Sleek, it is ready for anything : mountains, flat, daily journeys... weight 10.5 kg* sizes 48-51-54 57-60-63
rrp
449.95 €
frame
B’TWIN Sport Aluminium with integrated steering column : The aluminium sloping frame is rigid and easy to handle. It has shorter geometry for a comfortable riding position.
forks
B’TWIN Sport aluminium-carbon steering column : Robust, lightweight and precise.
Saddle tRANSMISSION
Royal Viper.Seatpost : alu. Extremely comfortable saddle – perfect for long distances. Shifters: Shimano Deore; trigger shifters for quick, easy and precise gear shifts. 27 perfectly calibrated gears to help even novice cyclists to find their rhythm without forcing. Front derailleur : SORA Shimano. Rear derailleur : SORA Shimano. Sprocket9V 12 x 25; Crankset : CF453 Shimano 50/39/30
Pedals
Flat with toe clips
wheels
Aluminium double wall rims, 32 spokes, B’TWIN FRC 700 x 25 tyres
brakes
B’TWIN Sport double pivot, brake pads/mounts; 3-finger black alu brake levers: Powerful, progressive and reassuring braking. Levers are ergonomic and reactive to pressure.
*Size 57 without pedals
Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com
Route • Fit 3
Ideal for road outings, the Fit 3 is an extremely comfortable ride for cyclists who ride occasionally on the road or cycling tracks. Agile and versatile, this bike enables you to combine physical exercise and enjoyment whilst out in the saddle.
weight 11.8 kg* sizes 51-54-57-60 rrp
299.95 €
frame
B’TWIN Sport Aluminiumwith integrated steering column : The aluminium sloping frame is rigid and easy to handle. It has shorter geometry for a comfortable riding position.
forks
B’TWIN Sport slimline steel : comfort and stability in bends. Curved : less vibration for a more comfortable ride.
tRANSMISSION
Shifters : SRAM 3.0 grip shift ; Triple chain wheel 48/38/28. Grip-shift gear changing is both easy and intuitive. 21 perfectly calibrated gears to help even novice cyclists to find their rhythm without forcing. Sprocket 7V 14 x 28
brakes
B’TWIN Sport double pivot, brake pads/mounts ; 3-finger black alu brake levers : Powerful, progressive and reassuring braking. Levers are ergonomic and reactive to pressure.
wheels
Aluminium double wall rims, 32 spokes, B’TWIN FRC 700 x 25 tyres
stem handlebars Saddle *Size 57 without pedals
Raised for greater comfort The wide, semi-raised handlebars provide excellent stability Very comfortable saddle makes long outings possible. Technical descriptions and visuals are available on www.btwin.com