2026 3T Primo2 Shimano vs 2024 3T Exploro Primo XPLR
The 3T Exploro Primo XPLR size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the 3T Exploro Primo XPLR
Compared with the 3T Primo2 Shimano in M, the 3T Exploro Primo XPLR in XL places the top of the head tube 58 mm higher and 24 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +58 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +24 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- +1.4°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The 3T Primo2 Shimano numbers we have for size M are missing the wheelbase. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | 3T Primo2 Shimano M | 3T Exploro Primo XPLR XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 378 | 402 | +24 mm |
| Stack | 546 | 604 | +58 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.1 | 72.5 | +1.4° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5 | 72.5 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 415 | 415 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 490 | 545 | +55 mm |
| Head tube length | 125 | 180 | +55 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 592 | |
| Fork length | not listed | 395 |
Differences are the 3T Exploro Primo XPLR minus the 3T Primo2 Shimano. Full charts: 2026 3T Primo2 Shimano, 2024 3T Exploro Primo XPLR.
Where each sits in its class
3T Primo2 Shimano3T Exploro Primo XPLR
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | 3T Primo2 ShimanoShimano GRX 1x12 | 3T Exploro Primo XPLRApex AXS XPLR |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | 3T Primo2 | 3T Primo WPNT |
| Fork | 3T Fango Primo2 | 3T Fango |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX RX610 | SRAM Apex AXS |
| Derailleur | Shimano RD-RX822-SGS GRX | SRAM Apex XPLR |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100 | SRAM Rival XPLR |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-RX610-1 | FSA Omega |
| Chainring | Shimano RX610-1 GRX | FSA Omega |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 | 3T Discus 40I30 |
| Tire | Pirelli Cinturato Adventure | Pirelli Cinturato Adventure |
| Brake | Shimano GRX RX400 | SRAM Apex AXS |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT64 | not listed |
| Handlebar | 3T Superergo PRO | 3T Superergo |
| Stem | 3T Apto | 3T Apto |
| Headset | Sealed cartridge | Sealed cartridge |
| Seatpost | 3T Primo | 3T Primo |
| Saddle | fizik Vento Argo X5 | Selle San Marco Shortfit |
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