XX - Road/Gravel

XX

Meet the XX, a single bike for road, gravel and cyclocross. Built for riders who expect performance without compromise, it delivers speed, precision and control across every surface.

From fast paced road rides in sublime comfort thanks to larger road tyres to gravel and cyclocross racing, the XX adapts with quiet confidence. Refined, responsive and versatile, it removes the need to choose between disciplines.

Built for everything

The XX blends road speed with gravel capability and cyclocross resilience.

Its geometry is tuned for precision, keeping handling sharp and composed on tarmac and rough terrain. Performance without boundaries.

Precision handling

A shorter wheelbase and chainstays create a direct, responsive ride. It reacts instantly, corners with confidence and accelerates with purpose.

Stable at speed, agile in tight sections.

Clearance to go further

Up to 45 mm tyre clearance unlocks true versatility and serious fun.

Run gravel tyres for demanding terrain, or modern oversized road tyres from 38 to 42 mm for added comfort, grip and speed on rough roads. One platform, multiple setups.

Clean by design

Minimal mounts and a stripped-back design create a clean, purposeful aesthetic.

Nothing unnecessary, nothing to distract from the ride.

FCTRY custom finishes

FCTRY paint options allow the XX to be tailored to your identity. Subtle or bold, each finish complements its performance-first design.

The one bike you need

The XX exists beyond categories.

Road speed, gravel capability and cyclocross durability in one refined machine.

Forwards XX 12 Speed - Specification
ComponentShimano GRX RX820 1x12-speed CloseShimano GRX RX820 1x12-speed WideShimano GRX RX820 2x12-speedShimano GRX RX825 Di2 1x12-speed Wide WirelessShimano GRX RX825 Di2 2x12-speed
Frame100% toray T700/T800 UD carbon fibre mix for balanced strength and weight saving using EPS molding process100% toray T700/T800 UD carbon fibre mix for balanced strength and weight saving using EPS molding process100% toray T700/T800 UD carbon fibre mix for balanced strength and weight saving using EPS molding process100% toray T700/T800 UD carbon fibre mix for balanced strength and weight saving using EPS molding process100% toray T700/T800 UD carbon fibre mix for balanced strength and weight saving using EPS molding process
Custom Paint ColourYesYesYesYesYes
Custom Graphics ColourYesYesYesYesYes
ForksCarbon with rack mountsCarbon with rack mountsCarbon with rack mountsCarbon with rack mountsCarbon with rack mounts
HeadsetAhead 1.5”Ahead 1.5”Ahead 1.5”Ahead 1.5”Ahead 1.5”
Headset SpacersUD CarbonUD CarbonUD CarbonUD CarbonUD Carbon
Steerer bungCompressorCompressorCompressorCompressorCompressor
Bottom BracketWheels ManufacturingWheels ManufacturingWheels ManufacturingWheels ManufacturingWheels Manufacturing
Lever & Calliper Assembly LeftST-RX820/LA GRXST-RX820/LA GRXST-RX820 GRX 2-speed STIST-RX825 GRXST-RX825 GRX Di2 2-speed
Lever & Calliper Assembly RightST-RX820 GRX 12-speed STIST-RX820 GRX 12-speed STIST-RX820 GRX 12-speed STIST-RX825 GRX Di2 12-speed STIST-RX825 GRX Di2 12-speed STI
Sprint ShiftNANANANANA
Front DerailleurNANAFD-RX820 GRX 2-speedNAFD-RX825 GRX Di2 2-speed
Rear DerailleurRD-RX820 GRX 12-speedRD-RX822 GRX 12-speedRD-RX820 GRX 12-speedRD-RX827 GRX Di2 12-speedRD-RX825 GRX Di2 12-speed
ChainsetFC-RX820 GRXFC-RX820 GRXFC-RX820 GRXFC-RX820 GRXFC-RX820 GRX
Chainring Options40 or 42T40 or 42T48/31T40 or 42T48/31T
Crank Length Options170/172.5/175mm170/172.5/175mm170/172.5/175mm170/172.5/175mm170/172.5/175mm
CassetteCS-R8101 Ultegra 12-speedCS-M8100 XT 12-speedCS-R8101 Ultegra 12-speedCS-M8100 XT 12-speedCS-R8101 Ultegra 12-speed
Ratios11-34 or 11-36T10-45 or 10-51T11-34 or 11-36T10-45 or 10-51T11-34 or 11-36T
ChainCN-M8100 XT/Ultegra with quick link, 12-speedCN-M8100 XT/Ultegra with quick link, 12-speedCN-M8100 XT/Ultegra with quick link, 12-speedCN-M8100 XT/Ultegra with quick link, 12-speedCN-M8100 XT/Ultegra with quick link, 12-speed
Di2 BatteryNANANABT-DN320 Di2 wireless rear derailleurBT-DN300 Di2 internal mount
CablesShimanoShimanoShimanoShimanoShimano
Brake CallipersBR-RX820 flat mountBR-RX820 flat mountBR-RX820 flat mountBR-RX820 flat mountBR-RX820 flat mount
RotorsXTR/Dura Ace RT-CL900XTR/Dura Ace RT-CL900XTR/Dura Ace RT-CL900XTR/Dura Ace RT-CL900XTR/Dura Ace RT-CL900
Rotor Sizes160mm160mm160mm160mm160mm
HandlebarsPro DiscoverPro DiscoverPro DiscoverPro DiscoverPro Discover
Handlebar Options12/20 degree 40/42/44cm12/20 degree 40/42/44cm12/20 degree 40/42/44cm12/20 degree 40/42/44cm12/20 degree 40/42/44cm
StemPro DiscoverPro DiscoverPro DiscoverPro DiscoverPro Discover
Stem Options70/80/90/100/110mm70/80/90/100/110mm70/80/90/100/110mm70/80/90/100/110mm70/80/90/100/110mm
SeatpostCarbon 180g 27.2mmCarbon 180g 27.2mmCarbon 180g 27.2mmCarbon 180g 27.2mmCarbon 180g 27.2mm
Seatpost Options0/20mm0/20mm0/20mm0/20mm0/20mm
SaddlePro Stealth PerformancePro Stealth PerformancePro Stealth PerformancePro Stealth PerformancePro Stealth Performance
Saddle Sizes142/152mm142/152mm142/152mm142/152mm142/152mm
WheelsHunt 4 Season Gravel Alloy 2025Hunt 4 Season Gravel Alloy 2025Hunt 4 Season Gravel Alloy 2025Hunt 4 Season Gravel Alloy 2025Hunt 4 Season Gravel Alloy 2025
Wheel OptionsYesYesYesYesYes
SealantOrange Seal 100ml x2Orange Seal 100ml x2Orange Seal 100ml x2Orange Seal 100ml x2Orange Seal 100ml x2
TyreVittoria Terreno T10 - T80Vittoria Terreno T10 - T80Vittoria Terreno T10 - T80Vittoria Terreno T10 - T80Vittoria Terreno T10 - T80
Tyre OptionsYes, model, colour and sizeYes, model, colour and sizeYes, model, colour and sizeYes, model, colour and sizeYes, model, colour and size
Axle Front 12 x 120 x 1.512 x 120 x 1.512 x 120 x 1.512 x 120 x 1.512 x 120 x 1.5
Axle Rear12 x 171 x 1.512 x 171 x 1.512 x 171 x 1.512 x 171 x 1.512 x 171 x 1.5
BartapeBBB BHT-16 - Gravel Ribbon 3.5mm or BBB BHT-14 2.0mmBBB BHT-16 - Gravel Ribbon 3.5mm or BBB BHT-14 2.0mmBBB BHT-16 - Gravel Ribbon 3.5mm or BBB BHT-14 2.0mmBBB BHT-16 - Gravel Ribbon 3.5mm or BBB BHT-14 2.0mmBBB BHT-16 - Gravel Ribbon 3.5mm or BBB BHT-14 2.0mm
HardwareSS Allen Bolts, Washers and Spring WashersSS Allen Bolts, Washers and Spring WashersSS Allen Bolts, Washers and Spring WashersSS Allen Bolts, Washers and Spring WashersSS Allen Bolts, Washers and Spring Washers
Anti RattleCapgo 1mCapgo 1mCapgo 1mCapgo 1mCapgo 1m

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