Shopping for a road gravel bike often means deciding between completeness and flexibility. Do you want a new bike you can ride quickly, or are you willing to take on a frameset and use parts you already own? The four options here cover different answers. Two new KHS models sit near $500, an Adventure Gravel Bike is priced at $750, and a Cervelo Aspero 5 frameset is listed at $924.95. By seeing these options side by side, you can focus on the trade-offs that matter for your riding.
Quick Take
If you want a new, complete bike and your budget is around $500, the KHS GRIT 55 and KHS Grit 110 are the two candidates. The GRIT 55 uses a steel frame and mechanical disc brakes, while the Grit 110 pairs an alloy frame with a carbon fork. If you already have a groupset and wheels, the Cervelo Aspero 5 is a carbon frameset that comes with several frame-specific parts. The Adventure Gravel Bike is the middle path: a ready-to-ride bike with disc brakes.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| KHS GRIT 55 2025 | USD 499.98 | |
| 2025 KHS Grit 110 | USD 499.99 | |
| Adventure Gravel Bike | USD 750.00 | |
| Cervelo Aspero 5 Frameset | USD 924.95 |
The listed price spread runs from $499.98 to $924.95, so the two KHS bikes are the least expensive while the Cervelo frameset is the most expensive.
Decision Matrix
| Use Case | Best Match | Why | Keep In Mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| New complete bike under $500 | KHS GRIT 55 | Steel frame, Shimano Claris 2×8, rack mounts | Offered as Small/52 cm |
| New complete bike near $500 | 2025 KHS Grit 110 | Alloy frame, tubeless-ready rims | Also offered as Small/52 cm |
| Build up a carbon gravel bike | Cervelo Aspero 5 | Carbon frameset with adjustable trail, includes headset, stem, BB, seatpost | 58 cm frame |
| Used bike ready for mixed terrain | Adventure Gravel Bike | 700C wheels, drop handlebars, no suspension | Condition and fit matter most |
Product Notes
KHS GRIT 55 2025 Gravel Bike
The GRIT 55 brings a Reynolds 520 double-butted chromoly frame to a complete new package. The frame has carrier bosses and disc brake mounts, so adding a rear rack or fender for commuting is a realistic path. Its Shimano Claris 2×8 drivetrain pairs with mechanical disc brakes and 160 mm rotors, which keep stopping simple and serviceable. The 700×40c tires suit gravel and road surfaces. The frame size offered is Small/52 cm, so it is best suited to riders who fit that size; taller riders may find the compact geometry less comfortable.
2025 KHS Grit 110
The Grit 110 is the alloy-framed sibling of the GRIT 55. Its 6061 aluminum frame is paired with a carbon fork, and the wheels are Weinmann U28 TL tubeless-ready rims with Formula hubs. The drivetrain again uses a Shimano Claris front derailleur, and the 700×40c Kenda K1152 Flintridge tires are tubeless-ready. The frame has internal cable routing and flat-mount disc brakes, while the fork uses a 1.5" taper and a 12mm thru-axle. Like the GRIT 55, the frame size offered is Small/52 cm, so sizing is the same consideration.
Cervelo Aspero 5 Carbon Disc Gravel Bike Frameset
This Cervelo Aspero 5 frameset is used and sized at 58 cm. It includes an FSA integrated headset, a Cervelo ST32 alloy stem with a computer mount, a CeramicSpeed BBRight bottom bracket, and a Cervelo SP19 carbon seatpost with 25mm setback. The frame and fork accept 700c wheels and are designed for mechanical, Di2, or SRAM eTap AXS groupsets. Carbon repair was done on the inside of the chainstays where tire rub had occurred. That repair is an important detail for a used carbon frame, and it means this option is best for someone comfortable inspecting and building up a frameset.
Adventure Gravel Bike - Disc Brakes / Matte Green
The Adventure Gravel Bike is a used complete bike with 700C wheels and disc brakes. It has drop handlebars, a derailleur drivetrain, and no suspension, which keeps it simple for commuting, trails, and longer road rides. The matte green frame is paired with wider tires to smooth out mixed terrain. The comfortable geometry makes it easy to picture as a commuter or long-distance rider. As a used bike, the appeal depends more on overall condition and fit. If you don't want to assemble a frameset, this is the least complicated used bike in the group.
Final Recommendation
The right pick depends on your starting point. If you're looking for a new, complete road gravel bike and you fit the offered sizes, the KHS GRIT 55 at $499.98 is a strong choice for steel and rack capability. The KHS Grit 110 at $499.99 is the alloy-framed alternative. If you already have a drivetrain, wheels, and other parts, the Cervelo Aspero 5 frameset at $924.95 lets you build a carbon gravel bike, though you'll be taking on a used frame with a repaired chainstay area. If you simply want a used bike you can ride without a build project, the Adventure Gravel Bike at $750.00 is the practical middle ground.
