CBT Italia

The Necer 99 is CBT Italia ’s top-of-the-range road bike: a T700 3K HM carbon frame with graphene and Kevlar reinforcements. The cable routing is fully internal, with a BSA bottom bracket and a 27.2 mm seatpost. The complete bikes available from materiel-velo.com combine the Necer 99 with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed groupset and Mavic Aksium wheels, resulting in a complete bike at a very competitive price compared to the major brands. The frame alone weighs approximately 1,050 g.

Yes, all CBT Italia frames are designed and manufactured in Cuneo, Italy, at the brand’s own factory. The fact that production is 100 per cent Italian is a major selling point for the brand compared to competitors who have relocated production to Asia. CBT Italia subjects its frames to rigorous checks at every stage of manufacture. This local production also allows for greater flexibility when it comes to customisation options (colours, builds, cable routing options).

Yes, the latest Necer 99 and Necer Plus frames are designed for internal Di2 (Shimano) and AXS (SRAM) cable routing. Full internal routing gives a very clean, streamlined look. The standard BSA bottom bracket ensures compatibility with Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo cranksets via standard adaptors (Praxis, Wheels Manufacturing). The 1 1/8-inch to 1 1/2-inch carbon fork is compatible with all modern headsets.

Yes, the Grak is CBT Italia ’s gravel bike: carbon frame, flared Deda handlebars, tyres up to 40 mm. Its handling is described as neutral and agile, with excellent rear comfort despite an aluminium seatpost. The available gravel builds feature Shimano r GRX groupsets with hydraulic disc brakes. At under 3,500 euros fully equipped, the Grak offers value for money that’s hard to beat in the ‘Made in Italy’ carbon gravel segment.

Yes, interchangeable dropouts allow you to switch from a quick-release to a thru-axle without changing the frame. This innovation ensures the frame remains compatible with different rear wheel axle standards (130, 135, 142 mm). For a cyclist who owns several sets of wheels with different axle systems, this is a practical advantage. Replacing a damaged dropout (following a fall or impact) is also made easier.

Yes: CBT Italia offers Italian-made carbon frames with top-of-the-range groupsets at prices lower than those of premium brands (Pinarello, BMC, Colnago). The fully-equipped Necer 99 Ultegra Di2 costs between 3,000 and 4,500 euros depending on the specification, compared with 7,000–10,000 euros for an equivalent model at Pinarello or BMC. The trade-off: less brand visibility and a more understated design, but carbon build quality recognised by independent testers.

The Necer 99 features a racing-compact geometry, with a fairly low head tube and short chainstays (395 mm on size 54). This geometric design promotes stiffness and responsiveness in competition, at the expense of slightly reduced comfort on rough tarmac. The Necer 99 is available in six sizes: 45, 49, 52, 54, 56 and 58 cm. For cyclists over 185 cm tall, size 58 may be a bit of a tight fit: a posture assessment is recommended before purchase.

Yes, CBT Italia includes road e-bikes in its range, with carbon frames designed for electric motors. These models are aimed particularly at older cyclists who wish to retain the style and performance of a carbon bike whilst benefiting from electric assistance. Interchangeable dropouts and multi-standard compatibility are also featured on these electric models.

CBT Italia The brand is distributed in France via a network of specialist retailers and on e-commerce sites such as materiel-velo.com.. The network of physical shops is limited compared to major brands, which makes online shopping more common. Materiel-velo.com offers complete bikes CBT Italia in stock with delivery to mainland France. Before purchasing, check the geometry chart for your chosen model and, if possible, have your measurements taken.