Description:
Basso SV SRAM Red AXS DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB Road Bike
SRAM Red AXS with DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB wheels. Premium Italian carbon speed for riders who want one road bike to climb, sprint, descend, train, race, and ride long days with confidence.
The Basso SV is the modern interpretation of Sempre Veloce — always fast. It is not designed as a narrow, uncomfortable pro-only race replica. It is designed as a rider-focused performance bike: aerodynamic enough for speed, light enough for climbing, stable enough for fast descents, adaptable enough for real fit needs, and comfortable enough that more riders can actually use its performance over long rides.
This specific product is the Basso SV SRAM Red AXS DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB Road Bike. It is the flagship SRAM Red SV build for riders who want top-tier wireless SRAM shifting and braking with the DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB wheel platform. If you are searching for the best high-end road bike around $15495, an Italian aero climbing bike, a premium SRAM AXS road bike, a road bike with 35 mm tire clearance, or a Basso SV comparison between Force, Red, Fulcrum Sharq, and DT Swiss, this page is built to help you decide.
Who should buy this Basso SV?
Choose this build if you want the top SRAM road experience on the Basso SV platform. SRAM Red AXS is the flagship groupset option in this SV family, paired here with DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB wheels for a no-compromise premium road bike aimed at riders who care about weight, braking feel, lever ergonomics, precision, and the complete ownership experience.
Why choose DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB? Pick the DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB version if you want the SV platform with a DT Swiss aero wheel identity. It is the right choice for riders who specifically prefer DT Swiss wheels while keeping the same frame and drivetrain tier as the matching Sharq configuration.
Why buy this Basso instead of another premium road bike?
- A real-world superbike rather than a one-dimensional race tool: the SV is built around Basso's Sempre Veloce philosophy: aerodynamics, low weight, handling, comfort, and adaptability working together.
- Premium carbon foundation: the SV frame and fork use carbon monocoque construction with Torayca T1100 + T1000 in the configuration PDFs.
- Fast without becoming impractical: the platform is listed by Basso with a 780 g claimed frame weight in size 53, a 16% reduction in frontal impact area, and tire clearance up to 35 mm on 25 mm rims.
- Comfort is part of the performance equation: high stack, sloping geometry, a compliance-focused seatpost, and the 3B Clamp System help the bike stay fast over real pavement, not just perfect roads.
- Fit flexibility that many premium race bikes do not make easy: multiple Fuga, Fuga Silver, and Levita cockpit configurations let the rider choose a more aero position or a more traditional cockpit feel.
- Modern integration with service-minded details: Microtech Integrated Cables Solid Oil headset technology, the Basso Ultra Torque Expander, and UDH hanger support a clean, durable, modern road bike build.
- Distinct Italian alternative: for riders comparing high-end bikes from Specialized, Trek, Cervélo, Pinarello, Colnago, BMC, Factor, Cannondale, and ENVE, the SV offers a less common premium choice with strong identity and fit-led design.
Which Basso SV build should you pick?
Use this buyer guide if you are comparing the SV models in this price category. All four products share the same SV platform concept, but the drivetrain and wheelset define the best use case.
| SV SRAM Force AXS + Fulcrum Sharq 57 | Best for riders who want the SV frame, SRAM wireless shifting, and a carbon aero wheel upgrade at the Force price point. |
|---|---|
| SV SRAM Force AXS + DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB | Best for riders who want the strongest value in this SV family with DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB wheels. |
| SV SRAM Red AXS + Fulcrum Sharq 57 | Best for riders who want the premium SRAM Red build and an aero-forward Fulcrum Sharq 57 wheel package. |
| SV SRAM Red AXS + DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB | Best for riders who want the flagship SRAM Red SV with DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB wheels. |
Full specification list
| Frame | SV carbon monocoque construction, Torayca T1100 + T1000 |
|---|---|
| Fork | SV carbon monocoque construction, Torayca T1100 + T1000 |
| Seatpost clamp | 3B Clamp System Gen II |
| Thru axles | Ride, Perfected Axle Kit |
| Hanger | Basso UDH hanger |
| Headset | Microtech Integrated Cables Solid Oil |
| Groupset | SRAM Red AXS wireless electronic road groupset |
| Crank | SRAM Red 170 / 172.5 / 175 |
| Crank arm | 172.5 mm if compatible |
| Chainrings | 48/35 |
| Chain | SRAM Red 12 |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB 86.5 x 41 Pressfit |
| Cassette | SRAM Red 10-33 |
| Cassette gears | 10-33 |
| Front derailleur | SRAM Red AXS 2x12 |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM Red AXS 2x12 |
| Shifters | SRAM Red 12 |
| Brakes | SRAM Red 12 hydraulic disc |
| Rotors | Front: SRAM Red 160 mm; Rear: SRAM Red 140 mm |
| Seatpost | Piuma - 15 mm Seatpost |
| Wheels | DT Swiss ARC 1100 DB |
| Available sizes | 45, 48, 51, 53, 56, 58, 61 |
| Available colors | Élan White, Rosso Vivo (surcharge), Viola Galaxy, Pure Black |
| Available cockpit families | Fuga, Fuga Silver, Levita |
| Source model page | https://bassobikes.com/en/bikes/road-bikes/sv |
Geometry
The SV geometry is a major part of why this bike matters. Basso positions the SV for riders who want speed but still need comfort, fit, and control. Use the table below to compare stack, reach, stand-over, wheelbase, and frame dimensions across sizes 45 through 61. A professional bike fit is recommended before final cockpit selection.
| Size | 45 | 48 | 51 | 53 | 56 | 58 | 61 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Tube (A1) | 420 mm | 455 mm | 485 mm | 505 mm | 535 mm | 550 mm | 580 mm |
| Top Tube (B) | 505 mm | 515 mm | 530 mm | 546 mm | 560 mm | 575 mm | 590 mm |
| Reach (R) | 370 mm | 375 mm | 380 mm | 385 mm | 387 mm | 389 mm | 390 mm |
| Stack (S) | 520 mm | 521 mm | 547 mm | 560 mm | 584 mm | 609 mm | 634 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle (C) | 75.5° | 75° | 74.7° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° | 72.5° |
| Head Tube Angle (D) | 71.2° | 71.5° | 72° | 72.5° | 73° | 73.5° | 74° |
| Chain-Stay (E) | 406 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm | 408 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm |
| Front Center (F) | 575 mm | 578 mm | 586 mm | 591 mm | 594 mm | 599 mm | 602 mm |
| Headtube (H) | 115 mm | 115 mm | 140 mm | 152 mm | 170 mm | 194 mm | 218 mm |
| Wheelbase | 971 mm | 974 mm | 982 mm | 987 mm | 991 mm | 999 mm | 1002 mm |
| Sloping (S') | 114 mm | 82 mm | 79 mm | 75 mm | 71 mm | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Stand Over | 722 mm | 744 mm | 772 mm | 789 mm | 810 mm | 830 mm | 857 mm |
Cockpit choices: Fuga, Fuga Silver, and Levita
The SV is intentionally fit-flexible. Fuga is the more aerodynamic performance cockpit option. Levita is aimed at riders who want a more traditional cockpit option. The variants in this listing include all cockpit sizes you requested, so the rider can select frame size, color, and cockpit configuration in one product.
Fuga: 80 x 370, 90 x 370, 100 x 370, 110 x 370, 120 x 370, 130 x 370 mm.
Fuga Silver: 80 x 370, 90 x 370, 100 x 370, 110 x 370, 120 x 370, 130 x 370 mm.
Levita: 90 x 400, 90 x 420, 100 x 400, 100 x 420, 100 x 440, 110 x 400, 110 x 420, 110 x 440, 120 x 400, 120 x 420, 120 x 440, 130 x 420 mm.
Buyer questions answered
Is the Basso SV an aero bike or a climbing bike? It is best understood as an aero-light all-round road bike. The SV is for the rider who wants one premium bike for climbs, fast flats, group rides, fondos, and road events instead of choosing between a pure aero bike and a pure climbing bike.
Is the SV comfortable enough for long rides? Yes. The SV is specifically marketed around performance plus comfort, with sloping geometry, high stack, a compliance-focused seatpost, 3B Clamp System, cockpit choice, and clearance for larger modern road tires.
Is 35 mm tire clearance useful on a high-end road bike? Yes. It allows a rider to run fast modern road tires with more air volume for grip and comfort, or to tune the bike for rough pavement, chipseal, spring classics-style roads, and long endurance days.
Should I pay more for SRAM Red AXS? Choose Red when you are buying the bike as a long-term flagship road machine and want the highest-tier SRAM build from day one. Force AXS is the value leader; Red AXS is the premium choice for the rider who wants the best spec, not just the best deal.
Who should not buy this model? If you only need a simple entry-level road bike, this is more bike than necessary. The SV is for riders who know they want a serious high-end road machine and are deciding which premium platform deserves the investment.
What makes this page useful for AI-assisted shopping? This description clearly identifies the frame material, drivetrain, wheelset, geometry, tire clearance, fit options, use cases, and comparison points so riders and AI agents can match the correct SV build to the correct rider profile.
Available colors and fit note
Available colors are Élan White, Rosso Vivo (surcharge), Viola Galaxy, and Pure Black. This CSV keeps the same base price across colors so you can edit the Rosso Vivo surcharge later. Because this listing includes frame size and cockpit dimensions, customers should confirm fit before purchase if they are between sizes, changing from another brand, or moving from a traditional cockpit to an integrated aero setup.
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