The R480 Disc is our strongest, stiffest disc bike we offer that is perfect for the riders that constantly push huge watts.
The R480 Disc is a thoroughbred race beast for the competitive cyclist with a disc brake option. We have introduced disc brakes to the majority of our road bikes and it includes the top of the line Performance level bikes as well. It’s one of the strongest road bikes available from Lynskey Performance, perfect for riders pushing huge wattage over long criteriums or road races.
Achieving the frame’s strength requires a unique manufacturing process. The R480 Disc begins life as sheets of 6AL/4V aerospace titanium alloy - the best of the best. From here, the alloy sheets are rolled into tubing and seam welded together by Lynskey. These newly-formed tubes create the R480’s front triangle. This process ultimately gives the R480 its incredible stiffness for ultimate power transfer on the road.
For the R480 Disc frame, we’ve incorporated a tapered, integrated head tube for confident handling and a clean design. Additionally, Helix-shaped seatstays resist vertical flexing for fantastic sprinting and climbing. With the R480’s race performance and long-lasting durability, its easily to see why this is a top Performance bike.
- Electronic shifting ready
- Tapered Headtube compatible with any carbon tapered steerer tube fork for more responsive handling
- Race-tuned 6AL/4V diamond shaped top tube is engineered for the pinnacle of performance and durability
- Race-tuned 6AL/4V diamond shaped down tube for ultimate stiffness and stability
- Helix shaped seatstays resist vertical forces to enhance sprinting and climbing
- Race leading geometry allows for aggressive position, excellent stability and precise handling
- Downtube Shifter Cable Routing with Adjusters on Headtube for easy access
- Stiff and lightweight
- Flat mount disc brake mount
Headtube Design |
Tapered/Integrated - Recommended Headset: Cane Creek IS 42/52 |
Bottom Bracket Type |
68mm English Threaded |
Seatpost Diameter |
27.2mm |
Seat Tube Diameter (Front Derailleur Clamp Size) |
34.9mm |
Wheel Size |
700c |
Max Tire Width |
28c |
Dropouts |
12x142 Thru Axle |
Rear Spacing |
142mm with Thru Axle |
Brake Type |
Mechanical or hydraulic disc brakes |
Electronic Shifting Ready |
Yes: Shimano Di2, SRAM Etap (removable guides) |

| XS | S | M | ML | L | XL |
Rec. Height: Domestic |
5'0" - 5'2" |
5'3" - 5'5" |
5'6" - 5'8" |
5'9" - 5'11" |
6'0" - 6'2" |
6'3" + |
Rec. Height: Int'l (cm) |
152 - 157 |
160 - 165 |
168 - 173 |
175 - 180 |
183 - 188 |
190 + |
Seat Tube Length (A) |
46 |
48 |
50 |
52 |
54 |
56 |
Top Tube Length Effective (B) |
51 |
53 |
55 |
56.5 |
58.5 |
61 |
Head Tube Angle (C) |
71.5° |
72.5° |
72.5° |
73° |
73° |
73° |
Seat Tube Angle (D) |
75° |
74° |
73.5° |
73° |
73° |
72.5° |
Bottom Bracket Drop (E) |
6.96 |
6.96 |
6.95 |
6.83 |
6.83 |
6.66 |
Chain Stay Length (F) |
41.5 |
41.5 |
41.5 |
41.5 |
41.5 |
41.5 |
Head Tube Length (G) |
11.1 |
12.6 |
14.1 |
16.1 |
18 |
20.1 |
Rake (H) |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
Stand Over Height (I) |
73 |
74.5 |
76 |
78 |
80 |
81.6 |
Wheelbase (J) |
97.6 |
97.9 |
99.5 |
100.1 |
102 |
104.1 |
Front Center (K) |
57.1 |
57.4 |
59 |
59.5 |
61.5 |
63.5 |
Stack (L) |
51 |
52.7 |
54.1 |
56.2 |
58 |
59.7 |
Reach (M) |
37.2 |
37.8 |
38.9 |
39.4 |
40.8 |
42.2 |
Frame Weight (lbs.) |
3.5 |
3.6 |
3.7 |
3.8 |
3.9 |
4 |
BUILD | Shimano 105 Mechanical Disc Series (Base Package) |
Fork & Axle |
Lynskey Pro Road Carbon #5 Fork w/ 12mm Thru Axle |
Lever/Brakeset |
Shimano 105 7000 2x11 Speed STI Shifter Set |
Disc Brake Calipers |
TRP Spyre Flat Mount Mechanical Disc Brake Calipers |
Rear Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Rear 160mm Adapter |
Front Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Front 160mm Adapter |
Brake Rotors |
FSA Afterburner Disc Rotor 160mm (Front and Rear) |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano 105 7000 11 speed rear Derailleur medium cage |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano 105 7000 Double 11 Speed Clamp-on Front Derailleur |
Cassette |
Shimano 105 7000 Cassette 11-34t |
Crankset |
FSA Gossamer Pro 386EVO ABS Crankset |
Chain |
Shimano CN-HG601 QL Chain - 11 spd |
Bottom Bracket |
MegaEvo BB386 68mm English Threaded Bottom Bracket |
Rear Axle |
12x142 Rear Axle |
Wheelset |
Vision Team 30 Disc 6-Bolt |
Tire |
Continental Ultra Sport II Tire 700x28 |
Tube |
700c X 28-32mm Presta 48mm tube |
Handlebar |
FSA Omega Handlebar |
Bar Tape |
Lynskey Bar Tape - Blk |
Stem |
FSA Omega stem +/- 6° Rise |
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Integrated Headset |
Compression Plug |
FSA Compression Plug |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 10mm - Blk |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 5mm - Blk |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-280 27.2 x 350mm x 20mm Setback Seatpost |
Saddle |
Lynskey Pro Saddle - Blk |
BUILD | Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc Series |
Fork & Axle |
Lynskey Pro Road Carbon #5 Fork w/ 12mm Thru Axle |
Lever/Brakeset |
Shimano ST-R7020 HDR STI Shifter Set(w/ BR-7070 FM Calipers) |
Disc Brake Calipers |
Shimano 105 Grade BR-RS505 Flat Mount Caliper |
Rear Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Rear 160mm Adapter |
Front Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Front 160mm Adapter |
Brake Rotors |
FSA Afterburner Disc Rotor 160mm (Front and Rear) |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano 105 7000 11 speed rear Derailleur medium cage |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano 105 7000 Double 11 Speed Clamp-on Front Derailleur |
Cassette |
Shimano 105 7000 Cassette 11-34t |
Crankset |
FSA Gossamer Pro 386EVO ABS Crankset |
Chain |
Shimano CN-HG601 QL Chain - 11 spd |
Bottom Bracket |
MegaEvo BB386 68mm English Threaded Bottom Bracket |
Rear Axle |
12x142 Rear Axle |
Wheelset |
Vision Team 30 Disc 6-Bolt |
Tire |
Continental Ultra Sport II Tire 700x28 |
Tube |
700c X 28-32mm Presta 48mm tube |
Handlebar |
FSA Omega Handlebar |
Bar Tape |
Lynskey Bar Tape - Blk |
Stem |
FSA Omega stem +/- 6° Rise |
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Integrated Headset |
Compression Plug |
FSA Compression Plug |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 10mm - Blk |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 5mm - Blk |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-280 27.2 x 350mm x 20mm Setback Seatpost |
Saddle |
Lynskey Pro Saddle - Blk |
BUILD | Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc Series |
Fork & Axle |
Lynskey Pro Road Carbon #5 Fork w/ 12mm Thru Axle |
Lever/Brakeset |
Shimano ST-R8020 2x11 Speed STI Shifter Set with Calipers |
Disc Brake Calipers |
Shimano BR-8070 Flat Mount Calipers |
Rear Brake Adapter |
TRP Flat to Flat Rear 160mm Adapter |
Front Brake Adapter |
TRP Flat to Flat Front 160mm Adapter |
Brake Rotors |
Magura Storm SL 160mm Rotors (Front and Rear) |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano Ultegra RX Series 8000 11 speed rear Derailleur GS cage |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano Ultegra 8000 Double 11 Speed Clamp-on Front Derailleur |
Cassette |
Shimano Ultegra 8000 11 speed road cassette 11-34t |
Crankset |
Shimano Ultegra 8000 11-SPD Crankset |
Chain |
Shimano CN-HG601 QL Chain - 11 spd |
Bottom Bracket |
Shimano BBR60 68mm English Threaded Bottom Bracket |
Rear Axle |
12x142 Rear Axle |
Wheelset |
Vision Team 30 Disc 6-Bolt |
Tire |
Continental Ultra Sport II Tire 700x25c |
Tube |
700c X 25-32mm Presta 48mm tube |
Handlebar |
FSA Omega Compact Alloy Handlebar |
Bar Tape |
Lynskey Bar Tape - Blk |
Stem |
FSA Omega Stem +/- 6° Rise |
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Integrated Headset |
Compression Plug |
FSA Compression Plug |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 10mm - Blk |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 5mm - Blk |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-280 27.2 x 350mm x 20mm Setback Seatpost |
Saddle |
Lynskey Pro Saddle - Blk |
BUILD | Shimano Dura-Ace Hydraulic Disc Series |
Fork & Axle |
Lynskey Pro Road Carbon #5 Fork w/ 12mm Thru Axle |
Lever/Brakeset |
Shimano Dura-Ace ST-R9120 2x11 Speed STI Shifter(includes caliper) |
Disc Brake Calipers |
Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9170 Flat Mount Calipers |
Rear Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Rear 160mm Adapter |
Front Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Front 160mm Adapter |
Brake Rotors |
FSA Afterburner Disc Rotor 160mm (Front and Rear) |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9100 11 speed rear Derailleur Shadow cage |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9100 Double 11 Speed Clamp-on Front Derailleur |
Cassette |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9100 11 speed road cassette 11-30t |
Crankset |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9100 11-SPD CRANKSET |
Chain |
Shimano CN-HG601 QL Chain - 11 spd |
Bottom Bracket |
MegaEvo BB386 68mm English Threaded Bottom Bracket |
Rear Axle |
12x142 Rear Axle |
Wheelset |
Vision Team 30 Disc 6-Bolt |
Tire |
Continental Ultra Sport II Tire 700x28 |
Tube |
700c X 28-32mm Presta 48mm tube |
Handlebar |
FSA Omega Handlebar |
Bar Tape |
Lynskey Bar Tape - Blk |
Stem |
FSA Omega stem +/- 6° Rise |
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Integrated Headset |
Compression Plug |
FSA Compression Plug |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 10mm - Blk |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 5mm - Blk |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-280 27.2 x 350mm x 20mm Setback Seatpost |
Saddle |
Lynskey Pro Saddle - Blk |
BUILD | Shimano Dura-Ace Hydraulic Disc Di2 Series |
Fork & Axle |
Lynskey Pro Road Carbon #5 Fork w/ 12mm Thru Axle |
Lever/Brakeset |
Shimano Dura-Ace ST-R9170 2x11 Speed STI Shifter(includes caliper) |
Disc Brake Calipers |
Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9170 Flat Mount Calipers |
Rear Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Rear 160mm Adapter |
Front Brake Adaptor |
TRP Flat to Flat Front 160mm Adapter |
Brake Rotors |
FSA Afterburner Disc Rotor 160mm (Front and Rear) |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9150 Di2 11 speed rear Derailleur medium cage |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9150 Di2 2x11 Speed Braze-on Front Derailleur |
Front Derailleur Adaptor |
Shimano Dura-Ace AD90 R9150 Braze On Adaptor |
Cassette |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9100 11 speed road cassette 11-30t |
Crankset |
Shimano Dura-Ace 9100 11-SPD CRANKSET |
Chain |
Shimano CN-HG601 QL Chain - 11 spd |
Bottom Bracket |
MegaEvo BB386 68mm English Threaded Bottom Bracket |
Junction Box A |
Shimano Junction Box A 3-port |
Junction Box B |
Shimano Junction Box B 4-port |
Di2 Cable |
Shimano Di2 Wire 950mm |
Di2 Cable |
Shimano Di2 Wire 600mm |
Di2 Cable |
Shimano Di2 Wire 300mm |
Di2 Frame Grommet |
Shimano Di2 Frame Grommets |
Battery Charger |
Shimano Di2 Battery Charger |
Battery |
Shimano Di2 Internal Battery |
Battery Mount |
Ritchey Di2 Seatpost Battery Mount |
Rear Axle |
12x142 Rear Axle |
Wheelset |
Vision Team 30 Disc 6-Bolt |
Tire |
Continental Ultra Sport II Tire 700x28 |
Tube |
700c X 28-32mm Presta 48mm tube |
Handlebar |
FSA Omega Handlebar |
Bar Tape |
Lynskey Bar Tape - Blk |
Stem |
FSA Omega stem +/- 6° Rise |
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Integrated Headset |
Compression Plug |
FSA Compression Plug |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 10mm - Blk |
Headset Spacer |
FSA Headset Spacer 5mm - Blk |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-280 27.2 x 350mm x 20mm Setback Seatpost |
Saddle |
Lynskey Pro Saddle - Blk |