E-Grifn Road – Shimano 105 DI2 // 2x12s

This road-speed measure focuses on efficient pace on asphalt, where drag and rolling resistance matter most. For e-bikes, this still reflects the bike's rolling and aero traits more than raw motor output. Most of the story comes from typical road tire sizing assumptions, aerodynamics that likely help it hold speed once you're rolling, a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding, and a more tucked riding...

On steep roads, it comes in at 3.3/10. Within e-road bikes, it sits below average. It has a middle-of-the-road low gear for climbing. The easiest gear works out to about 27.0 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~54% of them. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

In gravel terms, scoring 5.0/10 on aero, it balances some streamlining with versatility so it works well across lots of riding. Put simply, it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. A tidier cockpit and cable routing can help a little once you’re riding quickly. In practice, it’s a balanced setup: decent in the wind without demanding big compromises elsewhere.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. It feels this way because the bar sits about 70 mm below the saddle (a moderate drop), and you'll be stretched forward about 565 mm in total (long). Plan for roughly 33 degrees of lean.

In E-bikeRoad, This rating is mainly driven by the parts that affect adjustability: The front-end is built as a single system, which reduces easy fit part swaps; A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Ride comfort is 5.9/10 — on a real ride it feels moderately comfortable. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~33°), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

You may be paying a premium here. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). Based on the spec estimate, it’s about 17% above the typical level for similar builds. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 40% of listings). Quick reference: €6.930 listed versus about €5.934 for a comparable build. Some manufacturer details aren’t fully published, so use this as a helpful direction rather than a final verdict. Overall, it doesn’t look like the best value for the spec.

This bike is ready for gravel roads while staying efficient on paved stretches. Tire size details aren’t available here, so the label follows the overall setup and category cues. Wheel choice (700c) fits the kind of surfaces this bike targets.