About The Felt NEXAR FRD Carbon Dura-Ace Di2 12 Speed Disc Road Bike

The Felt NEXAR FRD Dura-Ace Di2 is Felt's flagship aero road bike — a fully integrated platform targeting competitive cyclists who want aerodynamic efficiency without surrendering fit range or long-ride comfort. The FRD carbon frame uses T800, T1000, and T1100 high-modulus fibers in an optimized ply layup, with reduced material thickness in high-stress zones, arriving at an 800-gram frame weight and a complete bike weight of 6.48 kg.

The geometry is the meaningful update here.  Felt increased stack height, shortened reach slightly, and steepened the seat tube angle -- changes developed in consultation with professional bike fitters.  The intent is a position riders can sustain over actual road distances, not one optimized for a single wind tunnel pass.  Lowered seat stays, rear-triangle carbon tuning, and tire clearance to 32mm extend that logic to ride quality: this is an aero bike designed to be ridden hard for hours, not just raced over flat courses.


Who It's For

  • Competitive road cyclists targeting crits, fondos, or fast group rides who want aero performance they can hold for 4–6 hours
  • Riders who've found traditional aggressive aero geometry uncomfortable or unsustainable at their fit
  • Racers who want a complete, race-ready build — Dura-Ace Di2, dual-sided power meter, and carbon wheels included out of the box
  • Athletes training with power who want accurate bilateral data without adding an aftermarket meter

Consider a different bike if your primary goal is low weight for pure climbing, or if you're not regularly riding at speeds where aerodynamics meaningfully affect performance.

What to Look For

  • Cockpit sizing is a one-time decision. The fully integrated 1-piece carbon cockpit cannot be swapped for a different stem length after purchase. Get a professional bike fit before finalizing your size — bar width and stem length must be confirmed at order.
  • Gearing for your terrain. The 52/36T crankset with 11-30 cassette suits flat to moderately hilly riding. If you're regularly on grades above 10%, discuss cassette options before committing.
  • Wheel depth vs. your conditions. The Vision Metron 45 RS is a versatile all-arounder, but confirm 45mm suits your typical crosswind exposure and terrain before purchase.

Key Features

FRD Carbon Frame The FRD layup uses T800, T1000, and T1100 carbon — Felt's premium fiber blend — optimized for maximum stiffness-to-weight. Felt reports this construction is approximately 300 grams lighter than their standard NEXAR layup, which is the difference between a sub-6.5 kg complete bike and a mid-7 kg one. The frame also accepts tires up to 32mm, which adds meaningful compliance on rough roads without changing the aero profile.

Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 Di2 The FD-R9250 and RD-R9250 Di2 derailleurs represent Shimano's current flagship electronic drivetrain — fast, consistent, and WorldTour-proven. Paired with a 52/36T Dura-Ace crankset and 12-speed 11-30 cassette, the gearing range covers most road racing and endurance applications.

4iiii Dual-Sided Power Meter Included at this build level. The 4iiii dual-sided meter reads left and right independently, providing accurate total power and left/right balance data for training and racing.

Integrated Carbon Cockpit The FELT 1-piece cockpit routes all cables internally, reducing frontal drag at the bar. Felt claims a weight under 300 grams. Multiple bar widths and stem lengths are available — sizing must be confirmed before purchase.

Vision Metron 45 RS Wheelset A 45mm carbon rim depth with Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR 28mm tires. This combination provides aerodynamic efficiency, reasonable crosswind stability, and low rolling resistance without the handling compromise of deeper-section wheels.

Rider Intent Summary

  • Biggest strengths: Aero efficiency in a fit-forward, rider-sustainable package; complete race build with power meter and Dura-Ace Di2 included; sub-6.5 kg complete weight
  • Tradeoffs: Fully integrated cockpit limits post-purchase adjustability; not the lightest option for riders prioritizing climbing; premium price reflects flagship component spec
  • What makes it different: Geometry revised specifically for rider sustainability — higher stack, steeper seat tube, shorter reach — distinguishing it from more aggressive aero platforms where maintaining position over distance becomes the limiting factor

Victory's Take

We recommend the NEXAR FRD to riders who are serious about speed but done compromising on fit and comfort. At Victory Bicycle Studio, we pair every NEXAR purchase with a professional bike fit to confirm cockpit sizing before the order goes in — that step is what makes this bike perform the way it was designed to.

What you get

  • Frame - Nexar FRD 12K Carbon Light
  • Fork - Nexar FRD 12K Carbon Light
  • Groupset - Dura Ace Di2 12 Speed Electronic
  • Power Meter - 4iiii Non-Drive Side Power Meter
  • Wheelset - Vision Metron 45 RS Carbon
  • Tires - Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR, 700x28
felt nexar frd carbon dura ace di2 12 speed road bike right side view

Felt

Felt NEXAR FRD Carbon Dura-Ace Di2 12 Speed Disc Road Bike

Regular price $12,599.00 USD
Sale price $12,599.00 USD Regular price $12,599.00 USD

Specifications

Frameset
Frame

Nexar FRD 12K Carbon Light Frame

Fork

Nexar FRD 12K Carbon Light Fork

Drivetrain and Brakes
Front Brake

SHIMANO DURA-ACE, BR-R9270, 2-PISTON, HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE

Front Brake Rotor

SHIMANO RT-MT900, CENTER LOCK, 160 MM

Rear Brake Rotor

SHIMANO RT-MT900, CENTER LOCK, 140 MM

Rear Derailleur

SHIMANO DURA-ACE DI2 RD-R9250, 2X12-SPEED

Front Derailleur

SHIMANO DURA-ACE DI2, FDR250

Cassette

SHIMANO DURA-ACE CS-R9200, 11-30T

Shift Lever

SHIMANO DURA-ACE Di2, ST-R9270

Chain

SHIMANO CNM9100 - HG 12 SPEED

Crankset

SHIMANO DURA-ACE, FC-R9200, 52/36T

Bottom Bracket

SHIMANO, BBR60

Powermeter

4IIII NON-DRIVE SIDE PM

Wheels
Wheelset

VISION METRON 45 RS CARBON

Tires

CONTINENTAL GRAND PRIX 5000 S TR, 700x28c

Cockpit
Cockpit

FELT ROAD 1 PIECE INTEGRATED COCKPIT

- 45 / 48 : 360/400x90 Carbon

- 51 / 54 / 56 : 380/420x100 Carbon

- 58 / 61 : 400/440x110 Carbon

Saddle

Prologo Dimension NDR T4.0

Seatpost

45 / 48 / 51: FELT NEXAR DEDICATED SP, 250 MM CARBON

- 54/ 56 / 58 / 61: FELT NEXAR DEDICATED SP, 330 MM CARBON

Additional Information
Bike Weight(Size Medium)

6.48kg/14.28lb

Permissible Total Weight

120kg/264lbs

**Specifications subject to change without notice

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the bike packaged and how long does delivery take?

All bikes are securely packaged to ensure that damage doesn't occur during shipping. All parts of the bike are padded and if needed, zip tied to minimize or eliminate movement inside the box. Once a bike is handed to the shipping company (usually Fedex or UPS), depending on your location, delivery will range from 1 day to 8 days. If you do choose the option for Professional Assembly or White Glove Delivery, this can add anywhere from 2 days to 5 days to the lead time.

Can I finance the purchase of my new bike?

Yes.  Simply select the Shop Pay Installments option which will allow you to buy now and pay later.  Shop Pay Installments is powered by Affirm.  If you would like to determine your spending limit, simply download the Shop app or the Affirm app on your smartphone and after you create an account on one of these apps, the app will let you know what is your spending limit.

Can I return the bike if it doesn't suit my needs?

Our return process is as follows. The customer is responsible for the return label ($150). Once the returned bike arrives at our warehouse, our team will inspect it and make sure it is in new condition and undamaged. Once we verify, we will process the return and issue a refund to the original payment method on file. To clarify the amount refunded, it would just be the amount of the bike (and tax if applicable) less the $150 shipping label that we provided, but the original shipping is not refunded. So if the original bike cost $4,500 and shipping was $150 (so you paid $4,650), you would be refunded $4,350 (the $4,500 less $150 for the return label) assuming the bike was returned in new and un-used condition and within the 30 day return period.

What does the warranty of my new bike or product cover and what is the warranty period?

Depending on the bike or any product, different companies have different warranty policies.  If you do ever have an issue with your bike or any product, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will assist with any warranty issues and clarify the warranty for the affected product.

Can I have my bike serviced at any bike shop?

Typically, to avoid any issues with your warranty, you should bring your bike to a certified mechanic or bike store for that bike (i.e. if you have a Trek bicycle, you should bring the bike to be serviced to a local bike store that is an authorized Trek dealer).  If you need assistance, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we can direct you to a certified dealer of your bike.

Do you ship bikes internationally?

We unfortunately do not ship bikes outside of the 48 contiguous states of the United States. We do recommend for international customers to open (or use a current account) account with a freight forwarding company. If you use a freight forwarding company located in the U.S., make sure to put your billing address for a dedicated credit card as the same address as the freight forwarder so that you don't have any credit card or payment method issues).

Once you do this, simply place an order with us and we can ship to the U.S. address as long as the credit card doesn't get rejected. Once the freight forwarder has the box/order/shipment, you would instruct them to then ship to you in your home country and they would charge you their own shipping charge to ship to your international address.

Do you offer free shipping?

We do offer free shipping on non-bike orders over $100. We do not offer free shipping for bicycles unless it is a one time promotion. Generally, bike shipping will cost $150 and that covers just the shipping of the bike with no assembly. If you were to bring that bike to your local mechanic or bike store, you would pay them their assembly fee. If you choose our Professional Assembly option for $200, our service technicians would assemble the bike before shipping and then re-pack the bike safely for transit. When you receive the bike you would attach the front wheel, attach the seatpost/saddle, and raise the handlebars and clamp them. Those three items do have to be detached to minimize or eliminate the chance of damage in transit.

How much does shipping cost?

For orders of parts, accessories, apparel, etc. on orders under $100, shipping is a flat rate of $9.99. Regular bike shipping without assembly is $150, bike shipping with Professional Assembly is an additional $200 (so $350 in total which includes the $150 of regular shipping). Our White Glove Delivery option is $699 and that will cover the assembly of the bike and our White Glove Delivery partner delivering your dream bike to your front door, ready to ride!

How can I track my order?

When you place your online order, you will receive an instantaneous email update with your order number and order details, and shortly after, you will receive a follow up order email with the tracking number for your order.  If you still need assistance with your order, feel free to email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will respond asap.

What happens if my package arrives damaged?

If your package arrives damaged, email online@victorybicyclestudio.com with pictures of all angles of the box and pictures of the damaged product and we will work with you to either send a new replacement asap and coordinate return (or re-imburse you for labor or costs incurred to fix the issue at your local bike store).

Are pedals included with the bike?

If you do not see pedals in the bullet point product specs on the product page, the bike does not come equipped with pedals.  Many manufacturers do not spec bikes with pedals, so they are often purchased separately.

If I only pay the $150 for bike shipping, can I assemble the bike on my own?

Victory Bicycle Studio highly recommends that you bring your bike to your local certified bike store for the brand of the bike that you purchased. If you do attempt to assemble the bike and damage occurs, this may result in your warranty not being honored. For that reason, we do highly recommend to select our Professional Assembly option for $299.