Falcn Shimano 105 DI2 // 2x12s

The Ridley Falcn platform is the brand’s modern all-round race bike, designed to bridge the gap between the Noah aero bike and the Helium climber. Rather than chasing one extreme, it combines a heavily aero front end with a lighter, more balanced chassis intended for fast road racing across varied terrain. Ridley positions it as an “aero-to-weight” bike, and that description fits: this is a disc-brake race platform built for riders who want one bike for bunch racing, hard rolling terrain and rougher road surfaces, rather than a dedicated aero or featherweight specialist.

A defining part of the Falcn’s identity is its aggressive fit and contemporary race-bike packaging. The front end is notably low for the category, and the frame is shaped around modern performance priorities, including 34 mm tire clearance and details such as the diffuser fork crown and UDH compatibility. Within the range, the Falcn RS sits at the top with Elite carbon construction and a D-profile aero seatpost, while the standard Falcn uses Essential carbon and a round 27.2 mm seatpost. Both share the same performance geometry and core handling intent, making the distinction more about material level and finishing details than a change in the bike’s role.