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When it comes to choosing the right carbon road bike, the details matter — and often, those details go beyond just appearance or price. At first glance, the Cyclone Pro and Cyclone might look similar: same carbon frame, same aerodynamic design, same Shimano 105 shifting system. But underneath, these two models serve very different rider profiles.
Let’s break it down — and more importantly, let’s explain how those differences feel when you’re out on the road.
The Cyclone Pro is built with a complete Shimano 105 R7100 groupset, from the crankset to the cassette and chain. This guarantees seamless shifting, better drivetrain synergy, and durability under pressure — especially important for competitive riders, long-distance cyclists, or those who demand consistent performance.
On the other hand, the Cyclone mixes Shimano shifters and derailleurs with third-party drivetrain components (SUNSHINE cassette and SUMC chain). While functional, these parts often lack the same precision machining and shifting finesse, and may wear out faster or create minor compatibility issues over time.
🎯 Why it matters: On climbs or during sprints, smooth and quick shifting makes a huge difference in energy output and control. A fully integrated drivetrain like on the Cyclone Pro simply performs more reliably under load.
Cyclone Pro: 8.3 kg
Cyclone (Carbon Wheel): 8.9 kg
Cyclone (Alloy Wheel): 9.2 kg
It might not seem like much on paper — but if you’ve ever done a steep climb or ridden 80+ kilometers, you know that every gram counts. The Cyclone Pro sheds weight through its full Shimano groupset, carbon saddle, and more refined component integration. The Cyclone, especially in its alloy version, adds unnecessary bulk where it matters most.
🎯 Why it matters: Lighter bikes are easier to accelerate, climb faster, and reduce fatigue on long rides. Over the course of a season, the weight difference can feel like a completely different category of bike.
Both bikes can come with carbon rims, but only the Cyclone Pro ships standard with the RS Carbon Wave rims (50mm profile) and MAXXIS Pursuer 700x28C tires — a setup tailored for speed and cornering grip. The Cyclone offers either alloy (21mm×38mm) or carbon rims, with a narrower 700x25C in-house tire, which lacks the grip, comfort, and rolling efficiency of the MAXXIS.
🎯 Why it matters: The wider carbon rim + 28mm MAXXIS combo on the Pro delivers better aerodynamics, more traction, and smoother rolling over rough pavement. Riders will notice improved handling at high speeds and less fatigue from road vibration.
The Cyclone Pro includes a carbon fiber racing saddle — a detail that saves weight and increases stiffness for power transfer. The Cyclone, while also comfortable, uses a standard lightweight saddle, which adds grams and lacks the performance feel of carbon.
Even the chainring construction differs: Shimano’s Hollowtech on the Pro vs a 3K Carbon + AL7075 aftermarket crank on the Cyclone. While both are hollow, Shimano’s crank has better stiffness and proven durability under torque — especially over time.
🎯 Why it matters: These subtle refinements aren’t just about grams — they’re about ride feel, responsiveness, and how your power translates into speed.
Choose the Cyclone Pro if:
You care about performance, plan to ride competitively, or simply want the most refined riding experience from day one. You’ll get a lighter bike, better drivetrain integration, smoother shifting, and race-level handling.
Choose the Cyclone if:
You want a strong carbon bike at a lower entry point and are okay with a few compromises in weight and drivetrain. It’s a solid option for casual or fitness riders, especially in the carbon rim version.
The Cyclone Pro is more than just a lighter version — it’s an example of what happens when all components work in harmony. For a rider who demands performance, this matters every time they clip in.
The Cyclone gives more flexibility in pricing and setup (like alloy rims), and for many riders, it’s a great way to get into carbon frames and integrated shifting without going all-in.
But if you ride regularly, race, or value every watt of power and gram of weight — the Cyclone Pro is absolutely worth the difference.
