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Argon 18 Electron Bike


$1,85000

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Argon 18  |  SKU: ELEC.S.351A.TRK.2 | Option: Black / Red, S

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Argon 18 Electron Bike Info

The Argon 18 Electron Bike is a UCI‑approved aluminum track bike built for velodrome training and emerging sprinters. Derived from the elite Electron Pro series, it delivers stiff, responsive power transfer with minimal aero drag.

Featuring a **7075 aluminum frame** and **carbon fork**, the Electron balances weight and strength. Its bolt‑on wheel setup, BSA threaded bottom bracket, 27.2 mm seatpost, and rim brake compatibility provide versatility and ease of setup.

Argon 18 Electron Specs at a Glance

  • Frame: 7075 aluminum with adjustable rear dropouts, BSA bottom bracket
  • Fork: Carbon track fork for enhanced stiffness and handling precision
  • Geometry: Steep 76.5° seat tube angle, 74° head tube; 37.5 cm chainstay length—compact and responsive layout
  • Setup Options: Rim-brake compatible, bolt‑on wheels, straight 27.2 mm seatpost
  • Configurations: Available as complete Kit Track (~$1,850 USD) or frameset (~$1,050 USD)

Design Benefits

  1. Track responsiveness: Compact track geometry delivers explosive acceleration and tight handling on the boards
  2. Accessible performance: Electron draws from Pro-series development for powerful stiffness at an entry-level price point
  3. Modular and practical: Choose between complete bike setup or frameset only—ideal for custom builds or track workouts

Final Take

The Argon 18 Electron Bike is the ideal starting point for aspiring track riders. Based on the proven Electron Pro development, it offers a responsive aluminum platform with adjustable geometry and a carbon fork—ready to perform on the track without excess complexity or cost.

Argon 18 Electron Bike - Specifications

Frame Material:
Aluminum
Fork:
Carbon
Headset:
Integrated 37E-A with 3D with TH-881-1
Seatpost:
FSA Gossamer SB20 / 27.2mm
Crankset:
Miche Pistard Air
Chainrings:
50t
Bottom Bracket:
Miche EvoMax
Cog / Freewheel:
Miche Pistard 15t
Chain:
KMC Z510HX
Wheel - Front:
Miche Pistard
Wheel - Rear:
Miche Pistard
Stem:
FSA OS-167 Omega Pro
Handlebar:
FSA Vero Compact
Saddle:
Kappa RS
Tires:
Vittoria Zaffiro V 700x25
Bar Tape:
Prologo Plaintouch Black
Pedals:
Not Included

*Specifications are subject to change.

Argon 18 Electron Bike Geometry

Argon 18 Electron Bike Geometry
Size:
L
M
S
XS
B. Seat Tube (c-t)
570
540
510
410
C. Top Tube Length
570
550
530
510
D. Head Tube Length
130
115
100
85
E. Chain Stay Length
375
375
375
375
F. BB Drop
50
50
50
50
G. Seat Tube Angle
74
74.5
75
76.5
H. Head Tube Angle
74.5
74.5
74.5
74
I. Stand Over Height
785
770
755
740
J. Wheel Size
700c
700c
700c
700c
K. Stack
530
515
500
485
L. Reach
415
405
395
390
Stem Length
110mm
100mm
90mm
80mm
Bar Width
42cm
42cm
40cm
40cm
M. Crank Length
170mm
170mm
170mm
170mm

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