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Aethos 2: 705g 10r carbon frame, Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed, hydraulic discs & Roval C38 wheels—pure, responsive road-riding bliss
Aethos 2: 705g 10r carbon frame, Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed, hydraulic discs & Roval C38 wheels—pure, responsive road-riding bliss
Specialized

Specialized Aethos 2 Expert Di2 Road Bike 2026 in Gloss Dolomite Metallic/Blue Pearl over Shadow Silver

£5,499.00
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Specialized Aethos 2 Expert Di2 Road Bike 2026 in Gloss Dolomite Metallic/Blue Pearl over Shadow Silver

Season:2026

Brand:Specialized

Code:221565GLOSSDOLO

With a 705g frame, the Aethos 2 is the lightest bike in its class. But weight was never the point. Built by breaking racing’s rules to deliver pure road riding bliss, it’s engineered to disappear beneath you: responsive, supple, and sublime.

Now with increased tyre clearance, refined components, and data-based fit-enhancing geometry, it brings that transcendent ride feel to more riders than ever.

Aethos 2 breaks the rules, for the love of the ride.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Fact 10r Carbon frame:Lightweight and lively for the best all-round road bike ever designed.
  • Hydraulic disc brakes:Stop faster, by spending less time on the brakes your average speed will increase for no extra effort.
  • Shimano Ultegra Di2:Precise and reliable shifting with a wide range of gears for any climb or descent.

Full Specification

  • Frame:Aethos 2 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, Hidden cable routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Fork:Aethos 2 FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Number of Gears:24
  • Gear Shifters:Shimano Ultegra R8170, hydraulic disc
  • Chainset:Shimano Ultegra R81000
  • Chainrings:52/36T
  • Rear Cassette:Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed, 11-30t
  • Chain:Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed w/ quick link
  • Front Derailleur:Shimano Ultegra R8150, braze-on
  • Rear Derailleur:Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, 12-speed
  • Bottom Bracket:Shimano Threaded BSA BB
  • Pedals:Not supplied:Shop pedals here
  • Rims:Roval C38 Carbon
  • Front Tyre:S-Works Turbo 28c
  • Rear Tyre:S-Works Turbo 28c
  • Brakes:Shimano Ultegra, hydraulic disc
  • Handlebars:Roval Alpinist Carbon Handlebar, 125mm drop, 75mm reach
  • Handlebar Tape:Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
  • Headset:N/A
  • Stem:Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt
  • Saddle:Body Geometry Power Expert
  • Seatpost:Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost
  • Accessories:N/A
  • Weight:7.12kg (Size 56)
Manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications without notice based on availability at the point of assembly.

Sizing Guide For Specialized Aethos 2

Frame Size (cm)Height (cm)Height (Inches)
49155 - 1635'1"- 5'4"
52163 - 1705'4" - 5'7"
54170 - 1755'7" - 5'10"
56175 - 1835'9" - 6'0"
58180 - 1885'11" - 6'2"
61188 - 1966'2" - 6'5"

Geometry Information For Specialized Aethos 2

Size495254565861
Stack522538559580606627
Reach373377384391398404
Head Tube Length114128150169198218
Head Tube Angle71.472.172.5737373.5
BB Height265.5265.5267267268.5268.5
BB Drop76.576.5757573.573.5
Trail625855555552
Fork Length, Full372372372372372372
Fork Rake/Offset505050474747
Front Center581584594599614621
Chainstay Length410410410410410410
Wheelbase97898199299810131020
Top Tube Length, Horizontal508526544557572584
Bike Standover Height719737759779805834
Seat Tube Length450470490510535570
Seat Tube Angle7474747475.574.5
Crank Length165170172.5172.5175175
Handlebar Width380380400400420420
Stem Length8090100100110110
Saddle Width155155143143143143
Seatpost Length300300360360360360


Warranty Information for Specialized Bikes and Wheels

Policy TermCoverage for Registered ProductsCoverage if Not Registered

Lifetime warranty* to the original owner against structural defects in material or workmanship on ALL models of Specialized-branded frames and forks

• Includes seatstays and chainstays on full-suspension bikes
• Does not include suspension forks and suspension parts
• Does not include paint and graphics (these are covered below)
Lifetime2 Years
Lifetime warranty* on Roval wheelsLifetime2 Years

Other Specialized-branded products are covered by a two-year warranty

• Paint and graphics on frames and frame set
• Specialized branded components
• Co-branded suspension (BRAIN)
• Motors & Drive systems components on e-bikes
• Equipment
• Helmets
• Shoes
2 Years2 Years

Turbo batteries have a warranty for 2 years or 300 charge cycles— whichever comes first.

2 years2 years

*Register your bike, frameset, or Roval wheels within the first 90 days of purchase for a lifetime warranty to the original owner. For Full warranty policy please visit specialized.com

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