Origine Fraxion X is a performance-focused carbon road bike built around an aero, lightweight and customisable chassis. This isn’t just a simple evolution of the Fraxion GTR: Origine has reworked the frame, fork, head tube and cockpit to deliver a more radical platform.

The high-modulus carbon frame uses the brand’s SmartLay manufacturing process. Origine claims a frame-only weight of 875 g, increased stiffness at the head tube and bottom bracket, and a claimed aerodynamic saving of 15 W at 40 km/h. The Fraxion X accepts tyres up to 32 mm and adds UDH compatibility.

Main features

• High-modulus carbon frame using SmartLay construction
• Claimed frame-only weight: 875 g
• UDH compatibility
• Tyre clearance up to 32 mm
• Compatible with electronic and mechanical groupsets
• 1x compatible with 44 to 56t chainrings
• 2x compatible from 46/33 to 56/44
• Available sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

Cockpit and customisation

The Fraxion X comes with the integrated Prymahl AeroFlow cockpit, developed as an extension of the frame. It’s offered in several width, length and rise options to dial in your position. Available widths are 380, 400 and 420 mm, with lengths from 80 to 120 mm and rises of 0, 10 or 20 mm.

Origine also offers several carbon layups: Core, more forgiving, Lite, lighter and more responsive, and an RR version aimed at the very high end with lighter components.

Intended use

The Fraxion X is aimed at trained road cyclists, racers and sportive riders looking for a fast, precise and customisable bike. Its tyre clearance up to 32 mm lets you tackle varied road surfaces, but its focus remains squarely on performance.

Things to note

• The proprietary cockpit means you need to choose your fit carefully at the configuration stage
• On a Shimano Di2 build, the cable entry associated with UDH compatibility can look less tidy
• Housing the Di2 battery in the down tube makes troubleshooting more involved

Tested by GravelPassion

On first impressions, the Fraxion X stands out for its precise front end, well-judged cockpit ergonomics and a palpable sense of efficiency. It’ll need a longer test for a full verdict, but it already looks like one of the most ambitious and distinctive models in the Origine line-up.