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LOOK G85 Cezal RS RED XPLR
No second thoughts, no seconds lost. The LOOK G85 Cezal RS RED XPLR / Fulcrum SHARQ C25 42mm is the flagship gravel race build for riders who want the fastest, lightest, most aggressive version of LOOK's new G85 platform: SRAM RED XPLR, Fulcrum SHARQ carbon wheels, LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 cockpit integration, 45mm race tires, and a claimed 7.90 kg complete-bike weight in size M.
Built for gravel racing, not just gravel riding
The G85 Cezal RS is the race-focused answer to a simple question: what happens when LOOK takes the versatile G85 Cezal platform and pushes it toward speed, stiffness, aerodynamics, and long-distance race efficiency? The result is a bike aimed at riders who want to attack fast gravel, mixed-surface races, and rough all-road courses without giving up the snap and precision of a road race bike.
LOOK's headline numbers tell the story: a 1,000g painted frame in size M, a claimed 7.90 kg complete-bike weight for the RED XPLR build, +20% stiffness in key areas versus the standard G85 Cezal, 57mm front / 50mm rear tire clearance, and the 3D Wave System for rough-terrain control.
Explosive race response
RED XPLR, a 44T aero crank, 10-46 cassette, and the stiffer RS chassis are built for riders who accelerate hard out of corners, over rollers, and across fast gravel sectors.
Aero position first
The LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 cockpit centers the rider's position because in gravel racing the biggest aero gain often comes from staying tucked in for longer.
Fast, not fragile
45mm Hutchinson Touareg Race tires and SHARQ C25 carbon wheels make the bike race-ready for real gravel, not just smooth hardpack.
Chrome Orange / Black Carbon: speed with a controlled flash
LOOK's color story pairs raw matte-finish carbon with tinted chrome. The orange chrome tone draws inspiration from amber, creating depth, reflection, and a frozen-liquid effect against the mineral character of the black carbon. It is aggressive enough for a flagship race bike, but refined enough to feel premium rather than loud.
G85 Cezal RS vs G85 Cezal: what actually changes?
The standard G85 Cezal is already a fast and versatile carbon gravel bike. It is the better answer for riders who want one premium gravel bike for long rides, mixed terrain, travel, storage, and general adventure speed. The G85 Cezal RS is more pointed: lighter, stiffer, more race-oriented, and built around staying fast when the race is being decided.
| Comparison point | G85 Cezal RS | Standard G85 Cezal | Buyer takeaway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary purpose | Gravel race performance: speed, stiffness, aero position, and efficiency over rough race terrain. | Fast versatile gravel: adventure, long rides, mixed terrain, and broad setup flexibility. | Choose RS for racing; choose standard G85 for maximum all-road/gravel versatility. |
| Frame positioning | Race-focused RS chassis with 1,000g painted frame claim in size M. | Carbon platform built around lightness, control, integrated storage, and everyday gravel adaptability. | RS is the sharper weapon; G85 is the more do-everything platform. |
| Stiffness | LOOK claims +20% stiffness in key areas versus the G85 Cezal. | More tuned around balance, comfort, and versatility. | RS rewards harder accelerations and race pace. |
| Tire clearance | 57mm front / 50mm rear clearance. | Up to 50mm clearance, with 45mm in double-chainring configuration. | RS gives more front-end tire headroom while keeping race handling. |
| Rear compliance | 3D Wave System designed to reduce pedaling interruptions and filter vibration while keeping power transfer. | Comfort-focused carbon design with a broader adventure fit. | RS comfort is framed around going faster for longer, not just riding softer. |
| Cockpit direction | LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 cockpit on the RED build, designed around maintaining an aero position. | Standard Force build uses DEDA SuperZero Gravel Alloy handlebar and LOOK LS3 stem. | RED RS is the premium integrated race-cockpit choice. |
| Storage/adventure features | Race-page emphasis is speed, stiffness, 3D Wave, tire clearance, and cockpit position. | Standard G85 page highlights downtube storage with waterproof pouch and broad setup flexibility. | G85 is more adventure/tool oriented; RS is more competition oriented. |
| Geometry | XS-XL geometry table lists the same stack/reach numbers as the standard G85 table. | Same listed stack/reach structure across XS-XL. | The real RS difference is frame tuning, stiffness, weight, cockpit, and spec, not a radically different fit chart. |
Bottom line: the standard G85 Cezal is the premium gravel bike for riders who want speed and freedom. The G85 Cezal RS is the premium gravel race bike for riders who want to line up, stay tucked, keep pedaling over rough ground, and attack.
RED XPLR vs Force XPLR: full G85 Cezal RS build comparison
Both G85 Cezal RS complete bikes share the same race-focused RS carbon platform, the same listed G85 Cezal RS geometry, the same Fulcrum SHARQ C25 42mm carbon wheels, and the same Hutchinson Touareg Race 45mm Grid Skin tires. The difference is the level of build: RED XPLR is the flagship race package, while Force XPLR is the more attainable RS build.
| Spec / decision point | G85 Cezal RS RED XPLR | G85 Cezal RS Force XPLR | What it means for the buyer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range position | Flagship complete build | Lower-priced RS complete build | Choose RED for the no-compromise build; choose Force to get the RS frame and wheels at a lower price. |
| Color | Chrome Orange / Black Carbon | Hypershift Blue | RED has the premium raw-carbon/chrome launch look; Force is the brighter, color-shift option. |
| MSRP | $11,200 dealer MSRP | LOOK product-card pricing shows the Force build below RED; final U.S. dealer MSRP should be confirmed from the dealer sheet before importing Force. | RED sits at the top of the RS range; Force is the price-to-platform option. |
| Claimed complete-bike weight | 7.90 kg, size M | 8.3 kg, size M | RED saves about 0.4 kg / 400 g versus the Force build. |
| Frame platform | G85 Cezal RS carbon gravel race frame | G85 Cezal RS carbon gravel race frame | The core chassis is the same RS platform, so the main difference is component level and cockpit package. |
| Frame claim | 1,000g painted frame claim, size M | 1,000g painted frame claim, size M | Both builds benefit from the lighter RS frame. |
| Stiffness claim | +20% stiffness in key areas versus standard G85 Cezal | +20% stiffness in key areas versus standard G85 Cezal | Both RS builds are sharper and more race-oriented than the standard G85 Cezal. |
| Drivetrain tier | SRAM RED XPLR AXS | SRAM Force XPLR AXS | RED is lighter and more premium; Force is the high-performance value choice. |
| Crankset | SRAM RED XPLR Aero 44T | SRAM Force XPLR | RED gets the aero 44T setup for faster race gearing and a more premium visual/spec identity. |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1391 10-46 | SRAM XG-1371 E1 XPLR 10-46 | Both use wide 10-46 gravel gearing, but RED gets the higher-tier cassette. |
| Shifters | SRAM RED AXS | SRAM Force | RED delivers the top SRAM control package. |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM RED XPLR | SRAM Force XPLR 13 | Both are race-ready wireless XPLR systems; RED is the top-level component choice. |
| Handlebar | LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 | Deda Elementi SuperZero Gravel Carbon | RED has the LOOK halo cockpit; Force still gets a premium carbon gravel bar. |
| Stem | LOOK Aero Carbon Stem | Deda Elementi Superbox V2, internal routing | RED keeps the cockpit story fully LOOK-branded and aero-integrated. |
| Wheels | Fulcrum SHARQ C25 42mm | Fulcrum SHARQ C25 42mm | No wheel penalty on Force; both builds come with the premium SHARQ carbon wheelset. |
| Tires | Hutchinson Touareg Race 45mm Grid Skin | Hutchinson Touareg Race 45mm Grid Skin | Both arrive with fast, race-appropriate 45mm gravel tires. |
| Saddle | Selle Italia SLR Off Road | Selle Italia SLR Off Road | No downgrade here; both builds use the same race-focused saddle. |
| Tire clearance | 57mm front / 50mm rear | 57mm front / 50mm rear | Same RS frame clearance on both builds. |
| Geometry | Same XS-XL RS geometry table | Same XS-XL RS geometry table | Fit and handling geometry are the same; the difference is build quality and weight. |
| Best buyer | The rider who wants the best G85 Cezal RS, lowest listed complete-bike weight, SRAM RED, and LOOK Aero Carbon cockpit. | The rider who wants the G85 Cezal RS race platform, SHARQ wheels, and XPLR wireless drivetrain without paying for the halo RED build. | RED is the hero product; Force is the practical race-platform buy. |
Bottom line: the RED XPLR build is not just a drivetrain upgrade. It is the lighter, more premium G85 Cezal RS package with SRAM RED, the LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 cockpit, a 44T aero crank, and the Chrome Orange / Black Carbon flagship identity. The Force build keeps the same RS frame, SHARQ wheels, 45mm tires, and race geometry, but trades down to a more attainable Force/Deda package.
Why the RED XPLR build is the hero model
The RED XPLR build is the one to feature when the customer is shopping the best version of the G85 Cezal RS. It combines the lightest complete-bike claim, the premium cockpit, the most advanced SRAM spec, and the most restrained high-end finish. It is not just a G85 Cezal RS with nicer parts; it is the version that most clearly communicates what the RS platform is supposed to be.
Best for race buyers
Riders comparing Unbound-style gravel race bikes, aero gravel bikes, and SRAM RED XPLR builds should land here first.
Best for premium positioning
Chrome Orange / Black Carbon gives the page a flagship identity that feels more luxury-performance than utility gravel.
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This product should capture searches around LOOK G85 Cezal RS RED XPLR, flagship gravel race bike, SRAM RED gravel bike, and Fulcrum SHARQ gravel bike.
3D Wave System: comfort that keeps speed high
The 3D Wave System is the rear-triangle design story. LOOK describes the seatstays as engineered to flex upward, helping the rear wheel stay planted and reducing pedaling interruptions over rough terrain. The point is not comfort for comfort's sake. The point is speed preservation: keeping rhythm, traction, and power transfer intact when gravel becomes choppy.
Stay tucked longer with the LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 cockpit
Gravel racing is rarely decided by one single aerodynamic number. It is often decided by how long a rider can stay in an efficient position while still handling rough terrain. The RED XPLR build uses the LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 handlebar and LOOK Aero Carbon stem to support that position with a clean, premium front end.
For the final Shopify page, this cockpit section matters because it differentiates the RED build from both the standard G85 Cezal Force build and the RS Force build. It gives the top model a true halo-bike story: lighter, faster, cleaner, and more integrated.
Technical specifications
| Model | LOOK G85 Cezal RS RED XPLR / Fulcrum SHARQ C25 42mm |
| Color | Chrome Orange / Black Carbon |
| MSRP | $11,200 |
| Frame | LOOK G85 Cezal RS carbon gravel race frame, painted frame claim 1,000g in size M |
| Tire Clearance | 57mm front / 50mm rear |
| Technology | 3D Wave System, RS frame tuning, suspension-ready up to 60mm travel |
| Handlebar | LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 |
| Stem | LOOK Aero Carbon Stem |
| Saddle | Selle Italia SLR Off Road |
| Wheels | Fulcrum SHARQ C25 42mm |
| Tires | Hutchinson Touareg Race 45mm Grid Skin |
| Crankset | SRAM RED XPLR Aero 44T |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1391 10-46 |
| Shifters | SRAM RED AXS |
| Derailleurs | SRAM RED XPLR |
| Claimed Weight | 7.90 kg, size M |
| Handlebar Width | XS-S: 400mm; M-L: 420mm; XL: 440mm |
| Stem Length | XS-S: 80mm; M: 90mm; L: 110mm; XL: 120mm |
| Crank Length | XS-S: 165mm; M-L: 170mm; XL: 175mm |
Specifications are subject to change.
Geometry
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 547 | 566 | 590 | 614 | 638 |
| Reach | 360 | 370 | 380 | 390 | 400 |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5° | 69.5° | 70° | 70° | 70.5° |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74° | 74° | 74° | 74° | 74° |
| Seat Tube | 470 | 490 | 510 | 530 | 550 |
| Horizontal Top Tube | 511.6 | 527.1 | 544 | 560.9 | 577.8 |
| Front Center | 592.5 | 611.3 | 625.5 | 644.1 | 653.8 |
| Trail | 81.2 | 81.2 | 77.8 | 77.8 | 74.4 |
| Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 46 |
| Chainstay | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 |
| Head Tube | 82.5 | 102.8 | 128.8 | 154.4 | 180.2 |
| Fork Length | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 |
| HAV | 76 | 76 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 71 |
| Standover | 761.2 | 781.8 | 805.2 | 825.8 | 849.1 |
Final recommendation
The LOOK G85 Cezal RS RED XPLR / Fulcrum SHARQ C25 42mm is the bike to buy when a rider wants the highest-spec G85 Cezal RS and plans to use it hard. It is the lightest, most premium, most integrated complete-bike version: RED XPLR, 7.90 kg claimed size M weight, LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 cockpit, Fulcrum SHARQ wheels, 45mm race tires, and the Chrome Orange / Black Carbon flagship finish.
Choose the standard G85 Cezal if the priority is premium versatility, adventure storage, and a broader all-road personality. Choose the G85 Cezal RS Force build if the priority is the RS frame platform at a lower price. Choose this RED XPLR build if the priority is the best LOOK gravel race bike in the range.
What is the difference between the LOOK G85 Cezal RS and the standard G85 Cezal?
The RS is the race-focused version. LOOK claims a 1,000g painted frame, +20% stiffness in key areas versus the standard G85 Cezal, 57mm front / 50mm rear tire clearance, and a race-position focus through the Aero Carbon cockpit.
Is the G85 Cezal RS RED XPLR worth it over the Force XPLR build?
For riders who want the lightest and most premium complete build, yes. The RED build gives the top SRAM group, 44T aero crank, LOOK Aero Carbon RS3 cockpit, and the lowest claimed complete-bike weight.
Is this bike good for fast gravel racing?
Yes. The RS platform is built around speed, stiffness, aero positioning, 45mm race tires, SHARQ carbon wheels, and the 3D Wave System for maintaining power and control on rough terrain.
What sizes are available?
The product is available in XSmall, Small, Medium, Large, and XLarge, with dealer SKUs 31622 through 31626 and UPC/EAN codes supplied for each size.
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