R5 MANUAL - Version 8 - 2018-05-07 - CER-R5-V2

Nov 4, 2026

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Assembly guidance for the Cervélo R Series R5 frame and fork, covering key frame features, fork preparation steps, and installation considerations. The manual explains procedures such as bearing seat greasing, headset installation, steerer tube marking and cutting guidance for carbon components, insert beveling and dry-fitting, epoxy mixing and curing, and required spacer limits. It also outlines cable routing support and small-part integration for mechanical, electric, and wireless control systems.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages18

Reading Time45 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Frame Features

Fork Preparation

Small Parts

Frame Preparation

Mechanical Cable Routing

Electric Cable Routing

Seatpost Assembly & Installation

Frame Protection Installation

CS026 Stem

AB06 Handlebar

Tire Clearance

R5 MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................................. 1 Frame Features ........................................... 2 Fork Preparation ......................................... 3 Small Parts .............................................. 5 Frame Preparation ........................................ 6 Mechanical Cable Routing ................................. 7 Electric Cable Routing ................................... 9 Seatpost Assembly & Installation ........................ 11 Frame Protection Installation ........................... 13 CS026 Stem .............................................. 14 AB06 Handlebar .......................................... 15 Tire Clearance .......................................... 16 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cervélo family, and congratulations on your decision to ride an R Series bicycle. The ultra-lightweight engineering of your Cervélo R Series classic road bike will help you attack any climbs, and enjoy speed and control on descents.The understated design allows performance to shine through with a settled ride that lets you respond to the road. As with the ownership of any high-performance vehicle, it is important to familiarize yourself with its features and service requirements. Please read this manual before assembly or use. This document has been prepared to guide you through the assembly of the unique features of the R Series, but is intended only as a supplement to the assembly instructions offered by your component manufacturer. 1 Version 8 - 2018-05-07 - CER-R5-V2 FRAME FEATURES A guide toyour Cervélo R5 frame. Front derailleur wire exit hole, electric and mechanical Rear dropout cable exit Down tube internal cable ports Bottom bracket cable port FORK PREPARATION A .Stem Cap + 5mm bolt B .Headset Spacers C .Bearing Cap D .Compression Ring E .Bearings F .Fork Insert G .Two-Part Epoxy H .Mixing Stick I . Isopropyl Alcohol Wipe J .Sandpaper (120 Grit) A B C D E F H G I J 1. Apply grease to the bearing seats, and Install the upper & lower headset bearings into the head tube. 2. Fit the fork provided with your frame into the head tube with the complete headset, required spacers, and the stem. 3. Apply the minimum pressure needed to ensure the assembly is fully seated. Mark the steerer tube at the top of the stem. 4. Remove fork and clearly mark the fork steerer tube at a point 4mm below the first mark.Take care to verify that this measurement is correct as this defines the cut line for the steerer tube. Your Cervélo frame & fork have been designed to work together. Do not substitute a different size fork without first consulting Cervélo Customer Service to confirm compatibility with your frame. Avoid breathing the dust created during cutting carbon composite materials. 1st Mark 2nd Mark / Final Cut 5. To trim fork steerer, use only a saw suitable for cutting carbon, and a cutting guide. 6. Carefully sand a bevel to the inside of the cut end of the steerer tube to fit the insert. 7. Dry fit insert to check that it is flush with the cut end of the steerer tube. 8. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean the inside of the steerer tube and the outside of the insert. 9. Fully mix the two-part epoxy and apply to the outer surface of the insert with the wooden mixing stick. 10. Slide the insert into the steerer while rotating it slowly until the flared end sits flush with the top of the steerer. 11.Wipe away any excess glue from the outside surface of the steerer tube with the isopropyl alcohol wipe. 12. Set the fork aside and allow it to sit undisturbed for the full curing period. Do not attempt to fit the fork into a bike prior to the completion of the full curing period. Improper cutting of the steerer tube could cause a failure that results in severe injury or death. Do not exceed 50 mm maximum total spacer height, including the b

FAQs

What is the purpose of this R5 manual?

The manual guides assembly steps for the unique R Series features, supplementing instructions provided by the component manufacturer.

How should the fork steerer tube be prepared and cut?

Mark the steerer tube, cut only with a saw suitable for carbon and a cutting guide, sand an inside bevel for the insert, and verify insert fit with a dry fit before cleaning and epoxy bonding.

What limits and safety cautions apply during fork preparation?

Do not exceed 50 mm maximum total spacer height (including the bearing cap). Avoid breathing carbon cutting dust, do not substitute an incompatible fork without checking compatibility, and allow full epoxy curing before attempting to fit the fork into a bike.

Nov 4, 2026

Uploaded by kopisore