a much better adaptation to the rider.
maximum standover.
sporty, dynamic optics with best frame stiffness.
perfectly working suspension with all frame sizes thanks to identical rear triangles and leverage.
easier supply with spare parts.
The frame design of the Liteville 301.
The correct frame size substantially influences how a bike rides. A decisive factor with the Liteville frame design is the sizing according to frame length. With other manufacturers frames are sized according to seat tube length. Due to standard frame construction with (usually) small tube diameters (including seat tube) a sizing according to frame length has not been possible so far.
TCL (Tuned Chainstay Length).
We are world-wide the first frame manufacturer to introduce 6(!) different chainstay lengths that lengthen or shorten in length depending on your frame size. Only like this, it is possible for all riders, tall or short, to have the same leverage ratios and are thus able to experience the same riding characteristics.
But that's not all. In order to provide the smaller riders (frame lengths XS and S) with a low stand over height and improved rider manoeuvrability, all S and XS frames from MK9 onwards have a 15mm and 30mm lower top tube respectively.
In order to provide the exact same handling characteristics, we even go to the extend of equipping the frame length XS with extra short 405mm chain stays for a 24” rear wheel.
The Top Tube position for frame lengths M to XXL remains unchanged.
Thanks to the 480mm long, 34.9mm large diameter seat post, the seat can always be raised to the required height.
Simple and logical.
Most important are the contact points between rider and bike – the position of hands, feet and rear end. Everything in between is only necessary to connect parts like fork, seat, bar and so on.
That is why we chose an complete oversize frame design where all frame tubes including seat tube have a large diameter. This, in connection with the small and stiff frame triangle, allows us to size the frame according to length and not, as usual, according to height.
The position of the top tube is the same with all Liteville 301 frame sizes from M to XXL. Thanks to the 480 mm long and 34.9 mm diameter seat post the seat can be easily positioned at the required height.
For cosmetic and static reasons the -L-, -XL- und -XXL- sizes have a little longer seat tube compared to -XS-, -S- und -M- sizes. Because of the identical positioning of the top tube it is possible for tall riders with short legs to use a long frame accomodating their torso length without compromising standover height.
At the same time riders with long legs and short torsos can choose a shorter frame suited for their torso and still get the correct seat height due to the long seat post.
Tip: Don’t forget to adjust the crank arm length.
