"Best In Test" & "Best Performance Road Bike"

"Best In Test" & "Best Performance Road Bike"

Optimized tire clearance

Optimized tire clearance

Diffuser fork crown

Diffuser fork crown

Ridley Elite Carbon

Ridley Elite Carbon

About Falcn RS

The Falcn RS is the ultimate road bike for any rider looking to push their limits and take their performance to the next level. It’s created for those who demand topnotch quality and want a reliable and efficient speed machine to help them achieve their goals.

With its aero and lightweight carbon frame and responsive handling, the Falcn RS is ready for all your competitive cycling goals. This versatile performance road bike can really handle any kind of road racing, whether it’s a grueling mountain stage or a classic, fast-paced road race. It’s the perfect tool for the Spring Classics races, which are known for their harsh and challenging courses on rough terrain.

With a tire clearance that can accommodate up to 34mm tires and its reactive handling, the Falcn RS is ready for any challenge you throw at it.

The lightweight frame of 830gr will help you conquer the highest mountains and the exceptional aerodynamics of the frame and the fork will convert every watt into pure speed when you’re in the breakaway.

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Falcn RS

"Best In Test" & "Best Performance Road Bike"

Already before the official launch, the Falcn RS participated in a test of Cycling Plus with top-end road bikes and got nominated testwinner!

According to Cycling Plus “the Falcn RS delivered the fastest and most entertaining ride, which is what race bikes are all about”.

This is exactly what we had in mind when developping the bike!

In 2024, the Dutch magazine Bicycling named the Falcn RS the 'Best Performance Road Bike' at the 2024 Bike Awards! During this annual ceremony, the jury took into account the price, features, and preferences of the rider! For our product developers, this recognition is the icing on the cake after the Falcn RS has already proven its qualities in many areas!

"Best In Test" & "Best Performance Road Bike"

Optimized tire clearance

Over the years cyclists have seen a growing trend in the use of wider tires on road bikes. The Falcn RS is developed around 28mm tires and has a max tire clearance of 34 mm, offering a bigger tire clearance than the standard maximum 28mm found on most current road bikes. This allows for greater comfort and lower rolling resistance, as wider tires can be run at lower pressures.

With its increased tire clearance, the Falcn RS offers superior performance on tarmac roads and more. The Falcn RS even excels on broken tarmac roads and cobble sections. It’s the perfect companion for taking on new challenges and performing at the highest of levels in road racing.

Optimized tire clearance

Diffuser fork crown

The fork crown has an integrated diffuser to reduce drag. The airflow passes more easily through fork crown while extra energy is added to it. The result is that the airflow passes the downtube more easily without pushing the bike back. At the same time there is less drag in the area behind the fork and headtube.

Less resistance, more speed!

Diffuser fork crown

Ridley Elite Carbon

The RS in Falcn RS stands for 'Racing Sport'. This bike has one goal, to be the best in its class! The heart of the Falcn RS is the Elite series carbon frame. With a weight of only 825 grams in size medium, the frame is designed to be as light as possible without sacrificing aerodynamics. This is achieved through the use of sleek tube profiles and a carbon lay-up focused on weight reduction.

Our carbon is manufactured by the world leader: Toray. The Japanese manufacturer is leading in every aspect of carbon development and supplier to absolute world brands in numerous industries.

For the Elite Series, we use every type of carbon available to us: 60T, 50T, 30T, and 24T. The higher the 'tonnage', the higher the tensile strength of the carbon fibers and the more intensive the development and processing. The perfect blend of 24T, 30T, 50T, and 60T carbon is essential. Each type of frame requires a different combination of carbon.

That's why for each bike in the Elite Series, we investigate which zones comfort is essential. In which areas can weight be saved without compromising the characteristics of the bike? Where is stiffness crucial? Time and again, that balance is sought and found. The composition of the carbon, that's where Ridley makes the difference!
Ridley Elite Carbon

UDH Hanger

The universal derailleur hanger (UDH) is the new standard in the cycling world. Not only is this derailleur hanger compatible with all modern shifting groups, it also protects against derailleur breakage and chain drops. In mountain biking, UDH has long been very common, and Ridley is bringing the technology to other segments as well.


UDH Hanger

Removable front derailleur clamp

The removable front derailleur clamp will give your bike a clean and neat look when using a 1x setup. We have designed a specific cover to replace the clamp when not used.
Removable front derailleur clamp

Race Proven Road

This road bike, trusted by the elite Lotto Dstny cycling team, is built with cutting-edge technology for ultimate speed and performance. The aerodynamic design, lightweight frame, and superior handling make it the ideal choice for serious road cyclists looking to excel in competition.
Race Proven Road

The ultimate all-round performance-oriented bike

The Falcn RS is the ultimate all-round performance-oriented racing bike that offers a perfect balance between lightweight and aerodynamic design. It is the ideal bike for riders who demand the best from themselves and their equipment thanks to its lightweight frame, aerodynamic features, race geometry, and reactive handling. Cobbles, steep climbs, and fast races: this bike can handle it all.

The ultimate all-round performance-oriented bike

Aero-To-Weight tube shapes

The focus in the road bike market used to be on stiffness versus weight, but has recently shifted towards the balance between aero and weight. Ridley decided to combine the best of both worlds with the Falcn RS, meaning that the Falcn RS has been made as aerodynamic as possible without sacrificing the weight of the bike. The Falcn RS has a similar aero performance to their aero bike Noah Fast Disc and a weight comparable to their climbing machine the Helium SLX Disc, meaning cyclists no longer have to choose between lightweight and aero.

Aero-To-Weight tube shapes

Specifications

  • Frame
    Falcn RS, Aero-To-Weigth Ultra HM carbon, TA 12x142, BB86
  • Material
    Carbon
  • Frame Level
    Elite Series
  • Max Tire Clearance 700c (*)
    34 mm
  • Paint Finish
    Matt
  • Fork
    Falcn RS, TA 12x100, 45mm rake, D-Shape steerer, 1 1/8"-1 1/5"
  • Groupset
    Classified Force AXS 1x12
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM Force AXS , 12s
  • Crank
    SRAM FORCE DUB 172 50 Aero
  • Cassette
    Classified , 12s , 11-34
  • Brake Type
    Flat Mount
  • Wheelset
    Classified Powershift wheelset CF R50
  • Outer Tyre
    Vittoria Corsa Pro , 700x28 , TLR , Para-Black
  • Handlebar
    Forza Cirrus Pro Integrated , 100mm - 400mm (cc shifters) - 420mm (cc drops) , Stealth Black
  • Seatpost
    Forza Aero , 6mm Offset , 350mm
  • Saddle
    Selle Italia SLR Boost , Manganese Rails , Black
  • Range
    Road
  • Weight Limit
    110 KG (Bike included)

Geometry

What is my size?

XXS XS S M L XL
A 718 745 770 839 870 895
B 428 455 480 499 530 555
C 510 525 545 565 585 600
D 95 115 130 150 175 200
E 74.5 74 73.5 73 72.5 72.5
F 71.5 72 73 73.5 73.5 74
G 407 407 407 407 407 407
H 75 75 70 70 68 68
I 967 974 977 987 1002 1012
J
S 492 513 530 551 573 599
R 374 378 388 397 404 411

Every Ride Counts

Falcn RS

Meet our proud riders! They share photos of their new Falcn RS. Dive into this album for the top configurations and colors. The most stunning Ridleys worldwide, all in one place.

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Let us inspire you!

Can’t decide between a few colors or designs? Would you like to see a certain design in more detail? Then check out some of these cool designs, selected to help you choose. Let us inspire you!

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Help & support

How can we help?

What is the tire clearance?

The tire cleance of the Falcn RS is 34mm, actual width. This means the actual width of the tire on the rim. This can be different from the size mentionned on the tire.

Can I use a traditionnal stem-handlebar combination?

The Falcn RS is design around an integrated cockpit to have most aero setup, but you can use a traditionnal stem and handlebar. You will need a transition spacer SPAAER4ZA012 to use round spacers and a traditionnal stem.

What TA is used on the bike?

The frame needs a 12mm TA with a thread of 1mm (Ridley article code QRET124ZA046)


 

Which hanger is used on the bike?

The uses the SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH). This means you will find easily a replacement hanger wherever you are as it is a standardised hanger (Ridley article code HANUDHSRA001)

What BB standard is used?

We use a BB86 press-fit bottom bracket standard on the Fenix SLiC, Fenix Disc, Kanzo Adventure, Kanzo Fast, Grifn.

Can I use a mecanical groupset?

No, the Falcn RS is only compatible with electronic groupsets of Shimano and Sram.

What is the offset of the seatpost?

The offset of the seatpost is 6mm. The aero seatpost is used on the Noah Fast, Noah and Falcn RS frame platforms.

Is there a zero offset seatpost available?

Yes, there is a zero offset seatpost available.

Which seatpostclamp is used?

The integrated seatpost clamp (Ridley article code SPCAER4ZA008) is designed for the aero seatpost of the Falcn RS.

What is the maximum torque for the seatpost clamp?

The maximum torque to fix the seatpost clamp is 10Nm, like mentionned on the clamp

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