Cannondale Delta V returns: new FlyingV carbon commuter e-bike revealed

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• Cannondale FlyingV: Delta V heritage meets full-carbon urban design
• Powertrain, battery and claimed range for daily commutes
• Two drivetrain setups: automatic Di2 hub or conventional Nexus
• Urban practicality: racks, mounts and thoughtful details
  • Key commuter conveniences
• Price, fit and where it’s made
• Quick spec snapshot for shoppers and enthusiasts

The silhouette is familiar, yet reimagined: Cannondale has resurrected the V-shaped frame language that once turned heads on the race circuit and recast it as a sleek, carbon urban e-bike. The new FlyingV blends retro DNA with modern tech, aiming to deliver a lighter, more agile commuter that refuses to feel like a moped.

Cannondale FlyingV: Delta V heritage meets full-carbon urban design

Cannondale borrows the iconic V geometry from its Delta V era and adapts it for city life. The FlyingV sports a full-carbon frame with a deliberately lowered top tube. That drop makes mounting, carrying, and stepping on and off the bike easier in crowded settings.

One of the bike’s standout touches is the integration of the fenders into the carbon frame. Integrated carbon fenders reduce weight and give the bike a clean, uncluttered profile. Cannondale positions the FlyingV as a performance-minded commuter, prioritizing lightness over maximum motor output.

Powertrain, battery and claimed range for daily commutes

At its heart is Bosch’s Performance Line SX motor. Cannondale pairs the drive unit with a compact in-frame battery to balance power and mass.

• Motor: Bosch Performance Line SX — up to 600W peak output and about 60 Nm of torque.
• Battery: 400Wh CompactTube unit integrated into the downtube.
• Claimed range: Up to 115 km under ideal conditions with pedal assist.

Cannondale notes the assist cuts out at 25 km/h to comply with e-bike regulations, then the bike behaves like a low-resistance bicycle for natural pedaling. The FlyingV rolls on 700x50c wheels, chosen to balance nimble handling and comfort over uneven pavement.

Two drivetrain setups: automatic Di2 hub or conventional Nexus

Cannondale offers the FlyingV in two distinct drivetrain trims. The higher-end model features an internally geared hub with electronic shifting, while the second is a more traditional mechanical hub.

• FlyingV 1: Shimano internal gear hub with Di2 electronic shifting and an optional automatic shift mode.
• FlyingV 2: Shimano Nexus mechanical internal hub for a simpler, proven setup.

Both choices use a Gates carbon belt drive. The belt removes the need for chain lubrication and reduces noise during stop-and-go urban riding.

Urban practicality: racks, mounts and thoughtful details

Beyond the carbon shell, Cannondale added features aimed at real-world commuting. A rear rack is built into the frame and rated to carry up to 18 kg. The rack placement is engineered to avoid heel strikes on loaded panniers.

Other city-focused elements include an SPC+ smartphone mount and full app connectivity for navigation and ride logging. Cannondale emphasizes usability, so small but meaningful details—like fender coverage, cargo mounting points, and a relaxed stance—are part of the package.

Key commuter conveniences

• Integrated full-carbon fenders for cleaner rides in wet weather.
• Integrated rear rack designed to keep bags clear of the rider’s heels.
• Smartphone mount and app integration for route guidance and metrics.

Price, fit and where it’s made

The FlyingV arrives with a suggested retail price of $6,749. Cannondale describes the geometry as “comfortably upright,” aiming for a balance between visibility in traffic and responsive steering.

The project blends European engineering and assembly: the bike is engineered in Germany and assembled in the Netherlands. Cannondale frames the FlyingV as proof that effective urban e-bikes don’t have to be bulky or motorcycle-like.

Quick spec snapshot for shoppers and enthusiasts

• Frame: Full carbon with dropped top tube
• Motor: Bosch Performance Line SX (600W peak, ~60 Nm)
• Battery: 400Wh CompactTube
• Wheels: 700x50c
• Drivetrain: FlyingV 1 (Di2 IGH), FlyingV 2 (Shimano Nexus)
• Drive: Gates belt drive
• Rack capacity: 18 kg
• Price: $6,749