Time ADHX 45
Superfast Gravel Machine
The Time ADHX 45 is designed to ride fast and hard over a full range of gravel conditions. Made entirely in Europe using unique manufacturing processes and materials, the Time ADHX 45 takes gravel riding and racing to whole new level – reactive, planted and highly capable over a huge range of surfaces, the ADHX 45 is certain to put a grin on the face of anyone who rides one.
NEW 2026 COLOUR – Pearl White
“The Time ADHX 45 is a fantastic carbon gravel bike that I was expecting to be good, but it surpassed my expectations. In fact the review took longer than expected as I really do not want to return the bike. When you stack it up against similarly specced offerings from big name carbon bike brands I would choose this bike every single time.” GravelCyclist
Time ADHX 45: Rose
The ADHX 45 is a full throttle fast gravel bike with clearance for 45mm tyres – it’s an evolution of Time’s original multi-terrain bike, the ADHX. While the ADHX captured a fair few gravel race wins, these tended to be over tamer US or European surfaces, rather than what we encounter in a typical gravel ride in the UK. The Time ADHX 45 is designed to tackle a full range of off-road conditions – if you want to get lost well away from paved roads and could almost justify a mountain bike, the capabilities of the ADHX 45 could be perfect for you.
Time ADHX 45: Chestnut
Time have always blended their world-beating technologies and European construction with a large dose of unique style.
The latest Time ADHX 45 sees the introduction of four classy new metallic finishes in Silver, Rose, Steel Blue or Chestnut. Alternatively, if you prefer to let the Time’s beautiful carbon weave take central stage they offer a subtle clear-coat carbon option that is intricate and rich.
Time ADHX 45: Silver Metallic
THE ULTIMATE LAYUP
At the heart of what makes a Time frameset so special is its Braided Carbon Structure (BCS) – this is the weaving of dry fibres into complex bi-directional ‘socks.’ These tubes of fibre are easy to tune with different materials – Time currently choses from 16 filaments to perfectly tailor their layups. This process also allows something that is unheard of in the cycling world; continuous fibres that run the full length of a structure. With standard ‘prepreg layup’, fibres end where the fibre sheets do, creating inherent weaknesses.
DYNEEMA
Dyneema fibre has been making headlines in the cycling news for a few years now, but to date very few manufacturers have been able to incorporate this advanced material in their products. This is due largely to the limitations of prepreg carbon construction – bike manufacturers are restricted to common fibres offered by large carbon suppliers, and the high temperatures used for curing prepreg frames is above the recommended maximum for Dyneema fibres. The tight profitability of commodities dictates that unique or expensive products that are not in wide demand are simply not worth producing.
Time is different. Because they weave their own braided carbon structures (BCS) they have been able to test strands of sustainable Bio-Based Dyneema fibres since they first became available from DSM. Additionally, the lower resin temperature of the RTM injection process outlined below is well within the recommended range.
Dyneema fibre is 15x stronger than steel at the same weight, with a tensile strength up to 43 cN/dtex, and it’s so light that it floats on water, and furthermore has a very high modulus (resistance against deformation). Adding a Carbon/Bio-Based Dyneema hybrid BCS layer to ADHX allows Time to increase strength in the structure without compromising stiffness or weight. Dyneema appears in the woven BCS sock at the high stress intersections of the headtube, downtube and top-tubes. These BCS braids utilize 20-25% Dyneema by weight.
Another key fibre in a Time frame is Vectran™, a high-performance multifilament yarn spun from liquid crystal polymer (LCP). Vectran fibre exhibits exceptional strength and rigidity. Pound for pound, Vectran is five times stronger than steel and ten times stronger than aluminium. The high abrasion resistance and flex fatigue life of Vectran make it perfect for reinforcing structures like Time’s fork steerer tubes.
THE ULTIMATE MOULD
Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) is the best way to minimize defects in the frame structure. By laying up dry fibres and then injecting resin at high pressure between rigid external AND internal moulds, air pockets and voids are eliminated. Unlike the industry-standard prepreg layup and air bag moulding, RTM quality is uniform and consistent yielding a beautiful near-finished product. While the RTM process is ubiquitous in aerospace and high-end automotive applications, it’s almost unheard of in cycling and Time is unique
FORGED CARBONWith 20x the fatigue life of steel or alloy, Time use forged carbon where others spec heavier aluminium parts. A 60% fibre content allows drilling and threading without cracking; processes that are much more challenging with prepreg construction are cheap imitations – this is the real deal! |
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1X DERAILLEUR COVERWith the Time Derailleur Mount Cover, your 1X setup will look as slick and finished as the rest of your bike. Full compatibility with single and double–ring drivetrains doesn’t mean making a visual compromise. |
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Frame storage is great, but fingertip access while riding is even better. The Time ADHX 45 is compatible with top tube bags or mounting systems that use standard bottle mount spacing. |
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Time ADHX 45: Steel Blue Metallic
The Time ADHX 45 comes to us as a bare frameset, which can then be built up into a complete bike in our workshop using components of your choice. The sample builds below are intended to provide you with examples that we can use as a start point for creating your dream bike.
Time ADHX 45: Gloss Carbon
Time ADHX 45 Custom Builds
All Time bikes start out as a bare frameset initially, for building up into a complete bike with suitable components of your choice. Below are sample custom builds that we can offer ‘off the peg’ or use as a start point for further customisation.
Time ADHX 45 GRX 800 – £5,599
Specification
Components below are for a GRX800 1x12s set up. Also available at the same price with a 2x12s set up.
FRAMESET: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Fibre, Dyneema Enhanced
FORK: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Tapered, Vectran Enhanced
BOTTOM BRACKET: PF BB386 EVO
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVERS: Shimano GRX 820 12-speed 1x
BRAKES: Shimano GRX 820 with Shimano CL700 160mm rotors
FRONT DERAILLEUR: n/a
REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano GRX 822 12s
CRANKSET: Shimano GRX 820 1x, 40T
CASSETTE: Shimano XT 10-51 12-speed
CHAIN: Shimano M8100, 12-speed
HANDLEBAR: ZIPP Service Course 70 XPLR
STEM: FSA NS SMR-II
SEATPOST: ZIPP Service Course (add £99 for Service Course SL Carbon)
SADDLE: Fabric Scoop Sport Radius
WHEELS: Hunt 35 Carbon Gravel
TYRES: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M or H Performance TLR
PEDALS: Half price pedals of your choice from leading brands, including Shimano, Look and Crank Brothers, available with every new bike order
FREE: Premium hand delivery by qualified mechanic of fully built bike, ready to rideEXAMPLE WHEEL OPTIONS:
- Scope R4.A v2 45 – add £599
- DT Swiss GRC 1400 – add £999
Time ADHX 45 GRX 700 Di2 1x – £5,599
Specification
FRAMESET: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Fibre, Dyneema Enhanced
FORK: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Tapered, Vectran Enhanced
BOTTOM BRACKET: PF BB386 EVO
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVERS: Shimano GRX717 Di2, 12-speed
BRAKES: Shimano GRX410 Hydraulic Disc, CL700 160mm rotors
FRONT DERAILLEUR: n/a
REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano GRX717 Di2, 1×12-speed
CRANKSET: Shimano GRX610 38T or 40T
CASSETTE: Shimano M6100 10-51T
CHAIN: Shimano M6100, 12-speed
HANDLEBAR: ZIPP Service Course 70 XPLR
STEM: FSA NS SMR-II
SEATPOST: ZIPP Service Course (add £99 for Service Course SL Carbon)
SADDLE: Fabric Scoop Sport Radius
WHEELS: ZIPP 303 XPLR S
TYRES: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M or H Performance TLR
PEDALS: Half price pedals of your choice from leading brands, including Shimano, Look and Crank Brothers, available with every new bike order
FREE: Premium hand delivery by qualified mechanic of fully built bike, ready to rideEXAMPLE WHEEL OPTIONS:
- Scope R4.A v2 45 – add £599
- DT Swiss GRC 1400 – add £999
Time ADHX 45 Rival XPLR AXS – £5,989
Specification
FRAMESET: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Fibre, Dyneema Enhanced
FORK: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Tapered, Vectran Enhanced
BOTTOM BRACKET: PF BB386 EVO DUB
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVERS: SRAM Rival AXS E1 13-speed
BRAKES: SRAM Rival AXS E1, Paceline Centrelock 160mm rotors
FRONT DERAILLEUR: n/a
REAR DERAILLEUR: SRAM Rival XPLR AXS E1
CRANKSET: SRAM Rival AXS E1 1x (choice of ratios)
CASSETTE: SRAM XPLR 10-46T 13-speed
CHAIN: SRAM Rival AXS Flattop, 13-speed
HANDLEBAR: ZIPP Service Course 70 XPLR
STEM: FSA NS SMR-II
SEATPOST: ZIPP Service Course SL Carbon
SADDLE: Fabric Scoop Sport Radius
WHEELS: ZIPP 303 XPLR S
TYRES: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M or H Performance TLR
PEDALS: Half price pedals of your choice from leading brands, including Shimano, Look and Crank Brothers, available with every new bike order
FREE: Premium hand delivery by qualified mechanic of fully built bike, ready to rideEXAMPLE WHEEL OPTIONS:
- Scope R4.A v2 45 – add £369
- ZIPP 303 XPLR SW – add £459
- DT Swiss GRC 1400 – add £769
Time ADHX 45 GRX 800 Di2 – £7,279
Specification
Components below are for a GRX800 Di2 1x12s setup – also available with a GRX800 Di2 2x12s setup (+£170).
FRAMESET: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Fibre, Dyneema Enhanced
FORK: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Tapered, Vectran Enhanced
BOTTOM BRACKET: PF BB386 EVO
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVERS: Shimano GRX825 Di2, 12-speed
BRAKES: Shimano GRX820 Hydraulic Disc, CL800 160mm rotors
FRONT DERAILLEUR: n/a
REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano GRX827 Di2, 1×12-speed
CRANKSET: Shimano GRX820 40T or 42T
CASSETTE: Shimano M8200 10-51T
CHAIN: Shimano M8100, 12-speed
HANDLEBAR/STEM: Vision Metron 5D Evo integrated
SEATPOST: ZIPP Service Course SL Carbon
SADDLE: Prologo Scratch M5 PAS Tirox
WHEELS: Scope R4.A v2 45
TYRES: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M or H Performance TLR
PEDALS: Half price pedals of your choice from leading brands, including Shimano, Look and Crank Brothers, available with every new bike order
FREE: Premium hand delivery by qualified mechanic of fully built bike, ready to rideEXAMPLE WHEEL OPTIONS:
- Hunt 35 Carbon Gravel – deduct £599
- DT Swiss GRC 1400 – add £399
Time ADHX 45 Force XPLR AXS – £7,749
Specification
FRAMESET: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Fibre, Dyneema Enhanced
FORK: Time ADHX 45 BCS Carbon Tapered, 1 1/8″-11/2″, Vectran Enhanced
BOTTOM BRACKET: PF BB386 EVO DUB
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVERS: SRAM Force E1 AXS 13-speed
BRAKES: SRAM Force AXS, Paceline Centrelock 160mm rotors
FRONT DERAILLEUR: n/a
REAR DERAILLEUR: SRAM Force E1 XPLR AXS
CRANKSET: SRAM Force E1 1x Direct Mount (choice of ratios)
CASSETTE: SRAM XPLR 10-46T 13-speed
CHAIN: SRAM Force Flattop, 13-speed
HANDLEBAR/STEM: Vision Metron 5D Evo integrated
SEATPOST: ZIPP Service Course SL Carbon
SADDLE: Prologo Scratch M5 PAS Tirox
WHEELS: ZIPP 303 XPLR SW
TYRES: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M or H Performance TLR
PEDALS: Half price pedals of your choice from leading brands, including Shimano, Look and Crank Brothers, available with every new bike order
FREE: Premium hand delivery by qualified mechanic of fully built bike, ready to rideEXAMPLE WHEEL OPTIONS:
- ZIPP 303 XPLR S – deduct £459
- Scope R4.A v2 45 – deduct £89
- DT Swiss GRC 1400 – add £309
