Frameset
Frame
TorayCa T900 UD, TiCR™ Cable Routing
Fork
nytro onda carbon fork with forkflap™, tapered head tube
Nytro E Gravel E9 Sram Red AXS
The 2023-on Pinarello Nytro E Gravel is a substantial rework of the brand’s gravel e-bike, moving away from the earlier Fazua system to the TQ-HPR50 motor with a 360 Wh integrated battery. That change defines the bike’s character: rather than chasing maximum torque or SUV-style utility, Pinarello has built a lighter, lower-profile e-gravel bike aimed at riders who want assistance without losing the feel of a performance gravel bike. The frame uses Pinarello’s newer Nytro E architecture, with TiCR internal routing, an integrated headset, an asymmetric carbon chassis, a dedicated gravel Onda fork, round-seatpost compatibility, and claimed tire clearance up to 700x50 mm.
What makes this generation distinctive is how clearly it positions itself at the sporty end of the e-gravel category. Official geometry revisions include 437 mm chainstays and an updated fit and handling package, suggesting more stability and rear-wheel traction than the earlier version while preserving a road-derived, responsive front end. In the market, the Nytro E Gravel sits as a premium carbon e-gravel option for fast mixed-surface riding, long gravel days, and light bikepacking, not as a high-power adventure bike for heavily loaded or highly technical off-road use.
Price TBD
Build
Size
| Stack | 606.3mm |
| Reach | 380.6mm |
| Top tube | 564mm |
| Headtube length | 170mm |
| Seat tube length | 530mm |
Fit and geometry
The available geometry points to a gravel bike with a distinctly performance-oriented fit rather than a relaxed, upright e-bike posture. Reach grows from 357.4 mm in size 460 to 395.9 mm in size 600, while stack runs from 558.9 mm to 642.3 mm, giving the bike a fairly stretched, progressive position through the size range. Effective top tube lengths of 523 mm to 597 mm and seat tube angles stepping back from 74.5 to 72.75 degrees show a fit that gets longer and slightly less steep in larger sizes, which is typical of bikes intended to preserve balanced weight distribution across the range.
Handling numbers reinforce the idea that the Nytro E Gravel is tuned for speed and precision rather than ultra-loose trail riding. Head tube angles from 69.75 to 71.5 degrees are moderately slack for gravel, adding confidence on descents and rougher surfaces, while the 437 mm chainstays are relatively long for a sporty gravel bike and should improve stability, tracking, and climbing traction. A 78 mm BB drop on smaller sizes, reducing to 74 mm on the largest two, suggests a planted feel without pushing the bike too far into low-slung, mountain-bike-like territory. Overall, the geometry supports the reviewers’ impression of a bike that blends high-speed composure with agile steering, leaning more toward fast gravel and all-road use than technical, heavily loaded off-road travel.
Full specs
Groupset
Shift levers
SRAM Red ETAP AXS 12S
Rear derailleur
sram red 12s
Cassette
sram red 12s
Chain
sram red 12s
Crankset
SRAM Red ETAP AXS 12S
Bottom bracket
TQ-HPR50 Drive Unit
Front brake
SRAM Red 12S 2 pistons caliper
Rear brake
SRAM Red 12S 2 pistons caliper
Front rotor
160mm
Rear rotor
160mm
Cockpit
Stem
MOST Tiger Aero Alu TiCR
Handlebars
MOST Jaguar GR TiCR Alu
Saddle
null
Seatpost
null
Builds
The range is offered in three builds: E5 SRAM Rival AXS, E7 SRAM Force AXS, and E9 SRAM Red AXS. Pricing is only clearly provided for two of them in the supplied data: the E7 at $8,800 and the E5 review listing at $3,049, though the surrounding review synthesis also references the E5 at around $7,800. Because the source data is inconsistent on the E5 price and does not provide a price for the E9, the clearest takeaway is that the lineup scales through SRAM’s electronic gravel groupsets while keeping the same core platform of carbon frame, TQ-HPR50 motor, and 360 Wh battery.
Spec differences appear to center mostly on drivetrain level rather than a wholesale change in the bike’s character. The E7 uses SRAM Force AXS with hydraulic disc brakes and 700c aluminum wheels, while the E5 uses SRAM Rival AXS. Review commentary suggests the E5 is the stronger value within the range because it delivers the same frame and motor experience with a lower-tier but still highly functional wireless drivetrain. By contrast, the E7’s premium price is harder to justify when it still comes with aluminum wheels, especially in a segment where similarly priced rivals often include carbon wheelsets.
Reviews
Reviewers consistently describe the Nytro E Gravel as one of the more natural-feeling e-gravel bikes in its class. Opticycles noted that the TQ-HPR50 motor is notably discreet and keeps the pedal stroke feeling natural, which helps the bike avoid the heavy, disconnected character common to more powerful e-bikes. Across reviews, that subtle motor behavior is tied directly to the bike’s sporty handling: testers say it feels light for an e-gravel machine, remains nimble on mixed terrain, and is easy to push beyond the assist limit in a way that still resembles a conventional gravel bike. The stock 40 mm tire setup is repeatedly framed as a sensible middle ground, quick enough on pavement while still capable on rough roads and mellow singletrack.
The trade-off is that the same restrained motor tune that makes the bike refined also limits its appeal for riders seeking maximum assistance. Multiple reviewers say the 50 Nm TQ system can feel gentle on steep or sustained climbs, especially with extra load, and the 360 Wh battery requires some restraint if the goal is 80–100 km rides. Value is another recurring criticism. While the frame quality, integration, and SRAM AXS drivetrains are well regarded, reviewers are less convinced by the pricing, particularly on the E7, where the use of aluminum wheels at a premium price point stands out against competitors with more aggressive spec sheets. The overall verdict is positive, but specifically for riders who prioritize agile handling and subtle assist over brute-force motor performance.
