Orbea Orca M21e LTD PWR
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Orbea Orca M21e LTD PWR
Product Details
The Orbea Orca M21e LTD PWR is a masterclass in lightweight road bike engineering, designed for climbers and performance-focused riders who understand that every gram matters. This is not simply a light bike, it’s a purpose-built climbing machine that transforms how you reach the summit, combining feather-light construction with the rigidity and efficiency needed for serious power transfer.
Built from Orbea's pinnacle OMX carbon, the Orca achieves a remarkable frame weight of 745 grams through obsessive attention to detail. This isn't accidental lightness; it's the result of carefully considered engineering across every element. Orbea designed the frame to be as light as possible without compromising its target rigidity, ensuring that even the strongest riders experience efficient power transmission on demanding climbs. Size-tuned carbon layup means each frame size receives custom fiber orientation, guaranteeing consistent feel and performance regardless of your geometry.
The Orca's engineering prioritizes stiffness where it counts most. The Powerspine lower spine handles the majority of torsional and lateral loads, while the headtube, downtube, and chainstays resist twisting and transmit power directly to the rear wheel. Slim, round frame profiles offer compliance and vibration absorption, eliminating unnecessary chatter on imperfect roads while maintaining the efficiency you need when accelerating hard.
What truly sets the Orca apart is the riding experience. The instant acceleration response when you stamp on the pedals is unmatched, and the agile, responsive handling as you carve through corners feels effortless. The lack of inertia creates a uniquely lively sensation with every pedal stroke. Versatile 32mm tire clearance acknowledges that modern performance road riders value both speed and comfort, allowing you to run slightly wider rubber for improved grip and compliance without sacrificing efficiency.
Balanced geometry ensures the bike is easy to ride at speed, providing the precise control necessary for confident descents and aggressive riding.
Key Features
- Frame - Orbea Orca OMX carbon
- Drivetrain - SRAM Force AXS 12-speed + Powermeter
- Wheelset - Oquo Road Performance RP45LTD
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fork | Orbea Orca OMX ICR, full carbon, 1-1/8" - 1,5" tappered head tube compatible, Thru axle 12x100mm, thread M12x2 P1. |
| Frame | Orbea Orca carbon OMX, monocoque construction, HS 1,5", BB 386mm, powermeter compatible, Rear Thru Axle 12x142mm, thread M12x2 P1, internal cable routing. |
| Headset | FSA 1-1/2" Integrated Aluminium Cup |
| Crankset | Sram Force AXS DUB 35x48T + Powermeter |
| Shifters | Sram Force AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM Cassette Force XG-1270 10x33T 12S |
| Rear Derailleur | Sram Force AXS 12s |
| Front Derailleur | Sram Force eTAP AXS |
| Chain | Sram Force 12-13 Speed |
| Handlebar | OC Carbon Cockpit RA10 |
| Brakes | Sram Force AXS |
| Rotors | 160mm Front / 140mm Rear |
| Brakes Configuration | N/A |
| Wheels | OQUO Road Performance RP45LTD |
| Tyres | Vittoria Corsa Pro G2.0 TLR 700x29c |
| Front Wheel Axle | Orbea Thru Axle 12x100mm M12x2 P1 Lite |
| Rear Wheel Axle | Orbea Thru Axle 12x142mm M12x2 P1 Lite |
| Saddle | Fizik Vento Antares R1 |
| Seatpost | OC Performance XP10-S Carbon, 27.2mm, Setback 20 |
| Handlebar Tape | OC Components |
| Size | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 | 57 | 60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Tube (C-T) | 440 | 460 | 480 | 500 | 520 | 540 | 570 |
| Top Tube (EFF) | 510.3 | 522.7 | 535.9 | 548.5 | 560.4 | 576.1 | 590 |
| Head Tube | 110.5 | 118.2 | 134.6 | 152.9 | 173.1 | 191.2 | 218.3 |
| Chainstay | 408 | 408 | 408 | 408 | 408 | 408 | 408 |
| BB Drop | 72 | 72 | 72 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| BB Height | 268.5 | 268.5 | 268.5 | 270.5 | 270.5 | 270.5 | 270.5 |
| Wheelbase | 971.8 | 975.4 | 980 | 981.2 | 991.4 | 1001.9 | 1015.6 |
| Head Angle | 71 | 71.5 | 72.2 | 72.8 | 73 | 73.2 | 73.2 |
| Seat Angle | 74.5 | 74 | 73.7 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.2 | 73.2 |
| Rake | 48 | 48 | 48 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
| Standover | 736.5 | 748.5 | 767.5 | 788.5 | 808.5 | 826.5 | 852.5 |
| Reach | 370 | 375 | 380 | 385 | 391 | 398 | 404 |
| Stack | 506 | 515 | 533 | 552 | 572 | 590 | 616 |
| Fork Length | 365 | 365 | 365 | 365 | 365 | 365 | 365 |
| Trail | 66.0 | 62.8 | 58.4 | 59.9 | 58.7 | 57.4 | 57.4 |