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Kinesis R2 aluminium road bike with Shimano Tiagra 2x10 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes and carbon fork built for fast, comfortable all-day riding.
Kinesis R2 aluminium road bike with Shimano Tiagra 2x10 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes and carbon fork built for fast, comfortable all-day riding.
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Kinesis R2 Road Bike 2026 in Black

£1,349.00 £1,680.00 20% off
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Kinesis R2 Road Bike 2026 in Black

Season:2026

Brand:Kinesis Uk

Code:1621BLK

Designed for riders looking to experience the speed and excitement of road cycling without sacrificing comfort, the Kinesis R2 blends lightweight aluminium performance with confident handling for long days in the saddle. Whether you’re tackling weekend training rides, commuting through the week or exploring new roads further afield, the R2 delivers responsive performance with practical versatility.

Built around a proven double-butted 6061 aluminium frame, the R2 provides a lively ride feel while maintaining the durability and ride quality alloy bikes are known for. A full carbon fork helps reduce road buzz and improves steering precision, while Shimano’s dependable Tiagra 2x10 drivetrain offers a wide gear range suited to steep climbs, fast descents and everything in between. Clearance for wider tyres plus rack and mudguard mounts add extra versatility, making the R2 a capable all-season road bike.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Lightweight Aluminium Frame: Double-butted 6061 alloy frame delivers responsive acceleration, durability and excellent ride quality for road riding.
  • Shimano Tiagra Hydraulic Groupset: Reliable 2x10 drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes provide smooth shifting and confident stopping power in all conditions.
  • Carbon Fork Comfort: Full UD carbon fork reduces road vibration while improving steering accuracy for smoother, more controlled rides.

Full Specification:

  • Frame: Kinesis R2 double-butted 6061 aluminium
  • Fork: Kinesis R2 full UD carbon
  • Number of Gears: 20
  • Gear Shifters: Shimano Tiagra ST-4720
  • Chainset: Shimano Tiagra FC-4700
  • Chainrings: 50/34T
  • Rear Cassette: Shimano CS-HG500 11–34T
  • Chain: Shimano HG-51
  • Front Derailleur: Shimano Tiagra FD-4700
  • Rear Derailleur: Shimano Tiagra RD-4700
  • Bottom Bracket: 68mm BSA threaded
  • Pedals: Not Supplied — Shop Pedals Here: https://www.balfesbikes.co.uk/pedals-and-cleats/pedals
  • Rims: Alex Rims 1.9P, tubeless compatible
  • Front Hub: Alloy sealed cartridge bearing hub, centre-lock, 12x100mm thru-axle
  • Rear Hub: Alloy sealed cartridge bearing hub, centre-lock, 12x142mm thru-axle
  • Front Tyre: Continental Grand Sport Race 700x32c
  • Rear Tyre: Continental Grand Sport Race 700x32c
  • Brakes: Shimano Tiagra BR-4770 hydraulic disc
  • Brake Rotors: Shimano RT64 160mm
  • Handlebars: Kinesis alloy 6061
  • Handlebar Tape: Black cork bar tape
  • Headset: FSA sealed bearing No.42 integrated road
  • Stem: Alloy stem
  • Saddle: Selle Italia X3
  • Seatpost: Kinesis alloy 6061, 27.2 x 350mm
  • Weight: 10.1 kg (size Large / 57cm)
Manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications without notice based on availability at the point of assembly.

Geometry Chart for Kinesis R2

Frame Size Seat TubeS* (51)M (54)L (57)XL (60)
Seat Tube Length C-T490540570600
Top Tube Length Effective532545561580
Head Length130146172204
Head Tube Angle71727272
Seat Tube Angle74747474
Bottom Bracket Drop70707070
Chain Stay Length420420420420
Front Centre590.7595611.8631.8
Wheelbase1001100510221042
Stack538557582612
Reach378385394404
Fork Axle to Crown378378378378
Fork Rake45454545

Warranty Information for Genesis

ComponentWarranty Period
Bicycle frame5 Years
Forks1 Years
Wheelsets1 Years
For full warranty policy please visit https://kinesisbikes.co.uk/pages/warranty-policy
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