Sette Forza Elite Dura-Ace Carbon Road Bike
Sette's release of the Forza Elite proves that it's possible to have two bikes that earn the right to claim top of the line status.
The differences between the Forza Elite and the Forza are so few they can be counted on one hand.
Most notably a traditional seatpost has been substituted for the Integrated Seat Mast on the Forza Elite. For many riders, a traditional seatpost provides a measure of practicality and versatility that outweighs the edge of the envelope performance advantage enabled by an Integrated Seat Mast.
Otherwise, the two frames are identical right down to the internal cable routing. Both are hand crafted from the same 3K high modulus carbon fiber with the same precise geometry that is anchored by the same full carbon, tapered fork.
The component spec remains a jaw dropper with Dura-Ace 7900 used throughout. You will not find a lesser Shimano part tucked away anywhere on the bike. Mavic's Cosmic Carbone SL wheelset is fitted with Vittoria's Open Corsa EVO CX tires giving you one of the best wheel and tire combinations on the planet. Fizik's venerable Arione saddle provides a key contact point. 3T's Ergonova Pro handle bar and Arx Pro Stem provide a solid and reliable front end.
Without pedals, a 57cm Forza Elite weighs 16.33 pounds.
Oversize/overweight charge applies to this item
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Frame |
Sette FORZA 700c Full 3k Carbon |
Size(s) |
51cm, 54cm, 57cm and 60cm |
Fork |
Sette 700C FULL 3K CARBON w/ tapered steer tube |
Shifters/Brake Levers |
Shimano Dura-Ace ST-7900, 10-Speed |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano Dura-Ace FD-7900 |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano Dura-Ace RD-7900-SS, 10-Speed |
Shifter Cable/Housing |
Genuine Shimano |
Front Brake |
Shimano Dura-Ace BR-7900, Anodized Gray |
Rear Brake |
Shimano Dura-Ace BR-7900, Anodized Gray |
Brake Cable / Housing |
Shimano Dura-Ace BC-7900 |
Crankset |
Shimano Dura Ace 53/39 (51cm/172.5, 54/57/60cm/175mm) |
Bottom Bracket |
Dura-Ace SM-BB7900 |
Cassette |
Shimano Dura-Ace CS-7900, 10-Speed 12-25T |
Chain |
Shimano Dura-Ace CN-7901 |
Headset |
FSA 1-1/8 (Campy)top 1.5 bottom |
Handlebar |
3T Ergonova Pro Alloy 31.8 |
Grips/Tape |
Sette Super lite |
Stem |
3T Arx Pro alloy (51cm/90mm, 54cm/90mm, 57cm/100mm, 59cm/110mm) |
Saddle |
Fizik Arione CX K:ium, White w/Black Stripe |
Seatpost |
Sette Carbon Fiber w/White Stripe 31.6 |
Wheelset |
Mavic Cosmic Carbon SL |
Pedals |
Not Included |
Front Tire |
Vittoria Open Corsa Evo CX, Black w/Yellow Stripe, 700x23c |
Rear Tire |
Vittoria Open Corsa Evo CX, Black w/Yellow Stripe, 700x23c |
Color(s) |
Carbon / Yellow / White |
Warranty |
5 Years |
Weight |
16.33 lbs / 7,407g (57cm) |
A |
Size |
51cm |
54cm |
57cm |
60cm |
A1 |
Seat Tube (c-c)* |
45.6cm |
48.6cm |
51.6cm |
54.6cm |
B |
Top Tube |
54cm |
55.5cm |
57cm |
59cm |
C |
Front Center |
58cm |
59cm |
60cm |
62cm |
D |
Head Tube |
120mm |
155mm |
190mm |
220mm |
E |
Stand Over Height |
74.6cm/29.38" |
76.4cm/30.09" |
80.7cm/31.78" |
83.7cm/32.93" |
I |
Head Tube Angle |
73 |
73 |
73 |
73 |
J |
Seat Tube Angle |
74 |
73.5 |
73 |
73 |
K |
Chainstay Length |
40.5cm |
40.5cm |
40.8cm |
40.8cm |
L |
Wheelbase |
97.5cm |
98.5cm |
100.1cm |
102.1cm |
Bottom Bracket Height |
24cm/9.45" |
24cm/9.45" |
24cm/9.45" |
24cm/9.45" |
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|
Bottom Bracket Width |
68mm |
68mm |
68mm |
68mm |
Bottom Bracket Thread |
English |
English |
English |
English |
|
|
Seat Post Diameter |
31.6mm |
31.6mm |
31.6mm |
31.6mm |
Seat Clamp Diameter |
34.9mm |
34.9mm |
34.9mm |
34.9mm |
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|
Front Derailleur Clamp Diameter |
34.9mm |
34.9mm |
34.9mm |
34.9mm |
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Handlebar Width (Center to Center) |
40cm |
42cm |
44cm |
44cm |
Stem Length |
90mm |
100mm |
110mm |
110mm |
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Crank Length |
172.2mm |
175mm |
175mm |
175mm |
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Maximum Tire Width |
25mm |
25mm |
25mm |
25mm |
*Center to center