CIPOLLINI NK1K DISC Shimano Dura Ace R9250 Di236/52 Road Bike Black/Grey 2022

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Cipollini NK1K Ultegra – quick as a flash and comfortable too

Top speed is in the genes of former sprint world champion and company founder Mario Cipollini: the NK1K bears his DNA, is as fast as an arrow and yet also suitable for long distances. The monocoque carbon frame with a 1-K finish has been aerodynamically optimised, which you can see at first glance from the seat and front down tube, which hugs the tyres tightly like a time trial bike. The aerodynamic seatpost with integrated seatpost clamp and completely integrated cable routing continues this design language. At the front, the head tube was designed with great steering stiffness and the seat stays have been kept slim, which offers more damping at the rear. The geometry has also been optimised in terms of stack and reach in favour of a more relaxed riding position. This means that even long distances on rough asphalt are easy to endure.


A perfectly tuned set-up

While tradition-conscious Italian brands have often been averse to installing disc brakes on road bikes, Cipollini offers the option of mounting either disc or rim brakes on this frame. This version of the NK1K uses the powerful hydraulic disc brakes from Shimano's premium groupset. The Dura-Ace R9270 disc brake system allows for optimal modulation and control with SERVO-WAVE technology. This generation is lower maintenance and quieter than ever before. The new Dura-Ace brake levers fit in the hand ergonomically and the lever reach can be adjusted individually.

This version of the NK1K is equipped with the complete high-end Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 groupset, which guarantees fast, smooth gear changes thanks to Shimano Shadow+ technology. It's electronic and, as of recently, largely wireless, which in turn is conducive to the clean design, allowing a wide gear range and customisation via the Shimano E-Tube app and a smartphone. As befits the top group, you get excellent workmanship with large carbon and titanium parts. A 52-36 double chainring at the front and a large 12-speed 10-36 cassette at the back make every mountain stage a breeze. It's also got plenty for the flats too. All components of the Di2 groupset are compact and aerodynamically designed, thus fitting perfectly with the character of the NK1K frameset.

Fans of structured, watt-oriented training will be pleased with the Dura-Ace power meter on the crank and when it comes to the wheels Cipollini remains faithful to his Italian soul, high-quality 44 mm Campagnolo BORA WTO wheels round off the overall package.

The result of intensive research

Mario Cipollini invests a great deal of time and passion in research and development work to keep coming up with innovative, high-performance frame designs that are also exceptionally aesthetically and emotionally appealing. His team at the company headquarters in Verona includes the best engineers in the industry.

The brand relies on transparent production chains and Italian craftsmanship: the bikes are developed and produced mainly in Italy, including production still done by hand. The carbon lamination takes place in the Cipollini Bike Centre in Bosnia under the supervision of Italian experts. Cipollini tests the materials together with professional teams, which the brand also partially sponsors.

The NK1K is UCI-compliant, but ambitious hobby riders with a love of Italian design and speed will enjoy it just as much. You get a fast, aerodynamic bike with fantastic steering precision, but with great attention paid to comfort too. For all those who prefer a versatile endurance racer to a pure time trial bike.