The new Grifn models are the Grifn RS; a lighter and faster Grifn model. The Griffon A; an alloy Grifn model that will also be available as a frameset, and finally the E-Grifn, the brand’s first sports e-bike that comes equipped with a Mahle X20 engine. Breakdowns of each model can be found below. Cycling news he was at the launch of the bikes in Spain and he first race magazine of the Griffin RS and E-Grifn ready for you to read.
Cycling news originally covered the launch of the Grifn back in December 2022. Since the bike was launched, Ridley says the model has been well received, becoming a success for the brand. As a result, he saw fit to develop and release three new versions of the Grifn to suit a wider audience.
The Grifn geometry and DNA remain, but three new models have been added to the range. The new Grifn RS provides a faster and stiffer platform by using lighter and stiffer carbon fiber and reducing overall weight, and adding an aerodynamically influenced fork. The Grifn A provides an affordable aluminum option, and the E-Grifn takes the Grifn and gives it an e-bike boost thanks to a Mahle drive system. All bikes will be available in road and gravel configurations.
The brand says the all-road geometry sits between a gravel bike and a road bike. For example, the Grifn has faster and more aggressive geometry than the Ridley Kanzo adventure bike, but has slacker angles, a lower bottom pedal and a longer wheelbase than pure road bikes.
Like many other Ridley machines, customers will be able to customize and order Grifn models using the brand’s online configurator that allows for custom paint.
Griffin RS
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Technical specifications: Grifn RS
Prices: €4,999 – €7,999Size options: XXXS-XLStreet models: Three + framesetGravel models: Three + framesetTire size options: 32-42 mm
Ridley says the Grifn RS is “an elite series carbon version of the Grifn”. Get drivers with a competitive mindset. Lighter and stiffer carbon fibers have shaved 140 grams off the weight of the frame compared to the Grifn. Along with dry chainstays and a D-shaped seat post, it also has the fork crown diffuser that sits on the Falcon RS road bike. At 36 km/h, the Grifn RS is said to create 5% less drag than the Grifn.
The Grifn RS has up to 42mm tire clearance; an increase of 2mm over the old model. Ridley says this is usually enough to tackle a range of gravel riding. The Grifn RS will also be offered with a Classified Powershift Hub option as standard an option that is used by the Ridley’s gravel graded team .
A unique feature of the Grifn RS in the model line is the removable front derailleur clamp that allows riders to swap between a 2x or 1x chain (46T) or use a plate to override the mount. Riders can also choose to run the Wolf Tooth Lone Wolf aero chain guide, developed for WolfTooth for Ridley.
There are several frame mounting points and fenders can also be installed on the frame, a pair of top tube mounts also have a neat cover for when not in use. The Grifn RS also features internal dynamo light routing and CeramicSpeed SLT headset bearings.
The Grifn RS will be available as a frameset for €4,999 or in three road and three gravel versions. Complete Grifn RS bikes will be available with Shimano and Sram electronic groupsets, DT Swiss/Forza wheels and Forza/Deda components. Road models will include 105, Ultegra or Sram Force groups, while gravel models will be Sram Rival, Force or Shimano GRX800 di2.
E-Grifn
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Technical specifications: E-Grifn
Prices: €5,499 – €7,999E-system: Mahle X20Size Options: XXXS-XLStreet models: ThreeGravel models: ovenTire size options: 32-42 mm
Ridley has also launched an electric version of the Grifn. The new E-Grifn will be available on road or gravel as you like.
The E-Grifn is built around a Mahle X20 drive unit that Ridley says has been custom made and gives it the powerful and natural driving feel they need for the Grifn. The Mahle X20 is a rear-wheel drive system with a total system weight of 3.2 kg and a unit weight of 1.39 kg. Mahle claims that this makes it the lightest drive system on the market and, as a consequence, means that it is possible to specify e-bikes under 10 kg with the system. Mahle also makes the case for hub-mounted systems that aren’t as aggressive on the bike’s drivetrain components, requiring less maintenance than half-unit systems.
The X20 system delivers 55 Nm of torque, with a noise rating of 35 dB. The X20 system is also said to create no drag when traveling above the e-system speed limit. The motor, located in the rear wheel hub, is cable-free and is removed exactly like a regular rear wheel. A BB-mounted torque sensor also means you have a built-in power meter.
Ridley has specified the larger capacity IX350 Mahle battery for the E-Grifn, which provides a range of 140km. A range extender battery mounted in an additional water bottle cage will also be available. Mahle also claims that it is possible to achieve an 80% battery charge in less than 2 hours.
The system uses a head unit located in an upper tube that uses Bluetooth and Ant+ connectivity to pair with the Mahle smart app. The Head unit displays the battery level and selected mode and features an ambient light sensor to control the LED light indicators. The remote eShifters can also be mounted in a variety of positions on the handlebars to switch between four intelligent assistance modes.
There will be four E-Grifn gravel models available and three E-Grifn street models. Road models will start at €5,499 and feature 105 and Ultegra 2×12 groupsets, Forza wheels and Forza components. The Gravel E-Grifn models feature Shimano GRX600 and 800 groupsets, as well as Apex and Rival XPLR groupsets, Forza wheels and a mix of Forza and Deda components.
Griffin A
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Technical specifications: Grifn A
Pricing : €999 – frameset / €1,999 – €2,299Size options : XXS-XLStreet models : One + Frameset optionGravel patterns : Option Two + FramesetTire size options : 32-40 mm (1x only)
Ridley also launched the aluminum-framed Grifn A to offer a more affordable model. The Grifn A is constructed from 6061-T6 aluminum alloy and features a full carbon fork and fork.
Th Grifn A will give tire clearance up to 38mm, or 40mm with a 1x drivetrain. The geometry is identical across all Grifn models, which Ridley says offers the same riding experience on all terrains.
The Grifn A has the same frame mounting points, dynamo routing, internal cockpit routing and a universal UDH derailleur hook as the rest of the range. The frame features semi-integrated cable routing, with the derailleur housing from the bottom pedal to the rear derailleur being external.
The Grifn A will be available as a frameset for €999, a Shimano 105 road option for €2,099 or Shimano GRX 400 and 600 equipped gravel options for €1,999 and €2,299 respectively. The bikes feature a mix of Forza, Shimano, Ritchey and Deda wheels and components.
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Ridley Griffin Stack and Reach numbers
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Stack
Add
XXXS – 650B
485
370
XXS
524
375
XS
540
375
S
563
383
M
587
391
L
614
403
XL
403
412
