THE ESPRIT

The bike you've been waiting for. Sub-800g frame weight,
full aero integration, and rider prioritized geometry.

Build Your Esprit From $7,900 USD

Framesets starting at $3,950 USD

THE ESPRIT

The bike you've been waiting for. Sub-790g frame weight, full aero integration, and rider prioritized geometry.

Build Your Esprit From $7,900 USD

Framesets starting at $3,950 USD

THE RACE BIKE FOR EVERYDAY

Name: The Esprit
Brand: Ritte
SKU: RESPCBXS
Price: 7900.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)

Built to become a legend, the Ritte Esprit puts an end to compromise. It’s the right bike for the fastest group ride and the biggest day in the mountains, for the coffee ride turned town-line sprint, from fresh pave to cobbles and everything in between. The Esprit is designed to excel on your road ride—whatever it may be.

The Esprit

We have a limited number of like-new Esprit demo bikes available.
Click here to inquire

Framesets starting at $3,950
Complete bikes starting at $7,900

$ 7,900.00

Price based on your selections

Deliveries of complete bikes are expected to in June. We'll be in touch every step of the way to keep you updated.

BUILD SPECIFICATIONS

FRAMESET

FRAME & FORK	Blend of Toray Japan High Mod and Intermediate carbon fiber
HEADSET	Stainless Steel IS52 sealed bearing headset
BOTTOM BRACKET	T47 External
FRONT AXLE	12mm x 100mm
REAR AXLE	12mm x 142mm
BRAKE TYPE	Hydraulic Disc - 160mm rotors front and rear
CABLE ROUTING	Fully-internal
WARRANTY	Limited Lifetime Warranty

COMPLETE BIKE BUILD PACKAGES

LEVEL ONE

GROUPSET	SRAM Force AXS or Shimano Ultegra Di2 - 2x Electronic w/ Hydraulic Disc Brakes
CRANK / CHAINRINGS	SRAM Force AXS - 48/35 Chainrings or Shimano Ultegra Di2 - 52/36 Chainrings
CASSETTE	SRAM Force AXS 10-33 Cassette or Shimano Ultegra Di2 11-34 Cassette
WHEELSET	OTHR Anywhr 40 Carbon Tubeless Wheelset
TIRES	Vittoria Corsa NEXT - 28mm - Tubeless
HANDLEBAR	OTHR Integrated One Piece carbon bar/stem
BAR TAPE	Ritte Spade Premium Tape
SEATPOST	OTHR 27.2mm Carbon Seatpost - 0mm or 25mm offset
SADDLE	Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo TM Superflow

LEVEL TWO

GROUPSET	SRAM Red AXS or Shimano Dura Ace Di2 - 2x Electronic w/ Hydraulic Disc Brakes
CRANK / CHAINRINGS	SRAM Red AXS - 48/35 Chainrings or Shimano Dura Ace Di2 - 52/36 Chainrings
CASSETTE	SRAM Red AXS 10-33 Cassette or Shimano Dura Ace Di2 11-34 Cassette
WHEELSET	Enve SES 3.4 or 4.5
TIRES	Vittoria Corsa Pro - 28mm - Tubeless
HANDLEBAR	OTHR Integrated One Piece carbon bar/stem
BAR TAPE	Ritte Spade Premium Tape
SEATPOST	Enve 27.2mm Carbon Seatpost - 0mm or 25mm offset
SADDLE	Selle Italia SLR Boost TM Superflow

GEOMETRY

	XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL
Seat Tube (Center-Top)	428	463	499	512	528	547
Head Tube	105	125	140	155	170	190
Head Angle	72	72.5	73	73	73.5	74
Top Tube	518	535	550	565	580	596
Seat Angle	74.5	74	73.5	73	73	72.75
Stack	513	532	549	562	579	598
Reach	374	382	387	393	403	411
Wheelbase	982	993	987	999	1006	1020
BB Drop	76	74	74	72	72	70
Chainstay	420	420	415	415	415	420
Fork Rake	50	50	45	45	42	42

If you have any concern about fit or sizing please email us at support@ritteracing.com and we would be glad to make sure you get the best fitting bike possible.

FAQs

CAN I GET A DIFFERENT BAR & STEM?

The Esprit supports not only the OTHR Integrated Barstem but any traditional round bar and stem setup. For custom builds, we offer just about anything you’d like, although lead times can vary.

CAN I GET DIFFERENT WHEELS?

We offer wheels from Enve and OTHR that we believe to be the best in the business. We can accommodate different options through our custom build process - though lead times for some other options can vary.

WHY DO YOU ONLY OFFER ELECTRONIC GROUPSETS?

All modern road groupsets have gone electronic - to optimize for the most current technology, we’ve decided to fully embrace electronic shifting.

WHY DO YOU ONLY HAVE 160MM BRAKE ROTORS?

For the best, most predictable brake feel and longest pad-life, we’ve gone with 160mm rotors front and rear on all builds.

CAN I GET AN EXTRA DERAILLEUR HANGER?

We chose to design for the SRAM UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger) because replacement hangers are easily available globally in bike shops or online. Gone are the days of having to hunt for obscure replacement hangers.

WHAT DIFFERENCE DOES IT MAKE IF I CHANGE MY FORK RAKE WITH ONE OF THE “FLIP CHIPS”?

Great question, and one deserving more explanation. Click here for a larger discussion on geometry and handling, including why we use different fork rakes for different frame sizes. The short answer is your frame will come with the correct offset insert, and that is the one we recommend sticking with.

WHAT ARE MY POWER METER OPTIONS?

For SRAM builds, we offer QUARQ-integrated power meters as an add-on option. For Shimano builds, we offer Stages power meters as an add-on option. You can select these from the drop-down menus.

General Ritte FAQs can be found here

PRESS REVIEWS

“I’ll be honest: there’s a heck of a lot to like about the Esprit—Wonderfully lively ride feel, competitively light, sharp looks, a good range of customization options, surprisingly impressive house-brand wheels.”

"Without question, the Ritte Esprit was a great bike to ride: quick and eager, remarkably comfortable, competitively light, decently versatile, clean and good-looking, and with a bit of small-brand cachet you won’t get from a bigger label."

—James Huang, Escape Collective

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"I've found the esprit to be, in almost all situations, a quietly encouraging bike. There is no doubt it can go faster than I am capable of, but it doesn't beat me about the head and shoulders over it. Instead, the esprit seems to very calmly say, "Hey, man, if you feel like going up a gear or maybe spinning 5 or 10 rpm quicker, that'd be kinda fun. But if you're not feeling it, that's cool, too."

"Until you point it downhill. Then, then, that calm, chill demeanor gets replaced by something altogether different. At that point the esprit turns into a hard charging, rapidly accelerating, wide eyed and bushy tailed hound that's been let loose after that cocky neighborhood squirrel. It's gonna go as fast as it can and your laid back approach to the ride had better be adjusted accordingly."

—Erik Mathy, Cycling Journalist, California

SUPER LIGHT. FAST AS HELL.

We built the Esprit to be light where it counts - quick on its feet, efficient on climbs. Yet stiff where it matters - sudden sprints, precise and unshakeable handling.

The Esprit frame weighs in under 800g in a size Medium. It’s light, of course - but more importantly it’s confidence inspiring, dependable, and has a smooth ride that’s all too rare in fast road bikes.

Optimal stiffness-to-weight ratio
Stable and agile geometry
Hi-modulus carbon where it counts

Read more about the Esprit weight and why it matters

CONFIDENT. COMPOSED. CONSISTENT.

Every frame size gets its own distinct geometry and construction. With details like variable fork offsets, chainstay lengths, and bottom bracket drop per size. We’ve made sure that regardless of which size fits you best, the Esprit’s confident and composed handling is consistent for you.

Tom Kellogg designed rider-first geometry
No compromises in handling across sizes
Variable fork offsets

COMFORT FROM THE GROUND UP

The Esprit is efficient, quick, and comfortable. It glides effortlessly in a way that we’ve always been told carbon can’t do. From a long out of the saddle climb, to a sprint, to roughed up corners the Esprit is smooth. It has the speed, the confidence, and the efficiency you expect from a carbon racer but it has the poise and all day comfort we all dreamt of.

Blend of high modulus and intermediate modulus carbon from Toray Japan
Carbon layup is specific to frame size

KEEPING IT SIMPLE, FOR REAL

Standards matter. If a bike isn’t well thought out with regards to standards, it’s not built to last. The Esprit makes life simple - with standards that are designed for longevity.

UDH / Universal Derailleur Hanger
T47 threaded bottom bracket
Standard, round 27.2mm seatpost
Integrated or traditional cockpit compatibility
Tire clearance for up to 35mm

Find out why we’ve chosen easy-to-live-with and easy-to-find standards

REAL WORLD AERO—RITTE STYLE

The Esprit is has the classic styling cues of classic race bikes, but with updated styling and modern aerodynamics.

Aero optimized front end with a sleek fork profile
Internal cable routing
Complete bikes include OTHR Integrale integrated bar/stem

Learn more about our approach to aero and the aerodynamic qualities of the Esprit

SUPER LIGHT. FAST AS HELL.

We built the Esprit to be light where it counts - quick on its feet, efficient on climbs. Yet stiff where it matters - sudden sprints, precise and unshakeable handling.

The Esprit frame weighs in under 800g in a size Medium. It’s light, of course - but more importantly it’s confidence inspiring, dependable, and has a smooth ride that’s all too rare in fast road bikes.

Optimal stiffness-to-weight ratio
Stable and agile geometry
Hi-modulus carbon where it counts

Read more about the Esprit weight and why it matters

CONFIDENT. COMPOSED. CONSISTENT.

Every frame size gets its own distinct geometry and construction. With details like variable fork offsets, chainstay lengths, and bottom bracket drop per size. We’ve made sure that regardless of which size fits you best, the Esprit’s confident and composed handling is consistent for you.

Tom Kellogg designed rider-first geometry
No compromises in handling across sizes
Variable fork offsets

COMFORT FROM THE GROUND UP

The Esprit is efficient, quick, and comfortable. It glides effortlessly in a way that we’ve always been told carbon can’t do. From a long out of the saddle climb, to a sprint, to roughed up corners the Esprit is smooth. It has the speed, the confidence, and the efficiency you expect from a carbon racer but it has the poise and all day comfort we all dreamt of.

Blend of high modulus and intermediate modulus carbon from Toray Japan
Carbon layup is specific to frame size

KEEPING IT SIMPLE, FOR REAL

Standards matter. If a bike isn’t well thought out with regards to standards, it’s not built to last. The Esprit makes life simple - with standards that are designed for longevity.

UDH / Universal Derailleur Hanger
T47 threaded bottom bracket
Standard, round 27.2mm seatpost
Integrated or traditional cockpit compatibility
Tire clearance for up to 35mm

Find out why we’ve chosen easy-to-live-with and easy-to-find standards

REAL WORLD AERO—RITTE STYLE

The Esprit is has the classic styling cues of classic race bikes, but with updated styling and modern aerodynamics.

Aero optimized front end with a sleek fork profile
Internal cable routing
Complete bikes include OTHR Integrale integrated bar/stem

Learn more about our approach to aero and the aerodynamic qualities of the Esprit

OTHR is our tailor-made offering that provides the ultimate in performance, ride quality, durability and value.

OTHR ANYWHR 40 WHEELSET

The do-it-all wheels that really do it all. From the road to the cobbles to the gravel to the trail. Anywhr means anywhere.

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OTHR INTEGRALE INTEGRATED HANDLEBAR

The OTHR Integrale is a lightweight one piece bar/stem that’s at home on nearly any bike. No gimmicks, no “new revelations in ergonomics”, and no proprietary parts required.

Learn More

Fantastic Ride and Incredible Service

The Espirit's performance on the road is matches its hype! The entire Ritte Team made the buying experience exceptional, customizing the bike to my specific needs, and insuring my total satisfaction.

Love this bike!

Have been riding my Ritte Esprit for several months now, this bike is an absolute dream. Smooth and fast.

Familiar, only faster

My first road bike in a while and I was skeptical of all the hype around wide tires, disc brakes, integrated cockpit, etc. But the Esprit has changed my mind. The geometry feels super familiar, but the new-school features just make it faster on a wider range of surfaces. And it still looks good and is plenty light. This bike is a real showcase of everything a modern road bike can be!

Agree!

Amazingly, I agree with all of the positive comments in the other 5 star reviews here. I had a lot of faith in the guys getting this one right and they did!!
Quiver diminisher-check. Real world aero-check. Race bike handling (up and down) AND all-day comfort- check. When I finish a fast, 75 mile, 6K Saturday ride I feel like going again, well...almost. Very happy with this bike, great balance and feel. I like too that they went for a little "ugly" on the nude carbon frames, not afraid to show the art of the layup, the matte edges that hint at what's underneath to generate the magical performance of this bike. Fun and Glory indeed! Good job Ritte!

everything I wanted and more

It's been 4 years since I had a carbon road bike, and wow things have changed. I was initially planning to add this as my "fast short" road bike alongside my steel endurance rig, but after multiple 100+ mile days (and one at 160 miles), I have a hard time imagining a need for anything else, and I haven't even put a larger tire than 28mm on it yet. The climbs here are mostly short and punchy which it certainly excels at, however the most noticeable thing to me is the incredibly confidence inspiring descending. A recent weekend riding trip had us on a route with more inspiring 4+ miles climbs and descents that topped out at 55mph; the slightly longer trail does not make the bike handle sluggishly, to the contrary it lets you know where you are when cutting deep into higher speed turns. This bike offers way more capability than I have cojones.

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