Pinarello F9 Road Bike: Italian Speed, Perfectly Refined

When it comes to premium bikes, Pinarello is a name that commands respect. The F-series represents the very best of the brand—cutting-edge tech, race-ready performance, and stunning design that looks fast even standing still.

We got our hands on the new F9, finished in a vibrant “Ultra Green” that’s both sleek and eye-catching. True to Pinarello’s style, it’s elegant without being flashy.

The F-series officially replaces the previous Prince model. The frame is built with Torayca T900 UD carbon fiber, striking a smart balance between responsiveness, comfort, and light weight. This is a bike made for racing.

You can see the family resemblance right away. The F9 borrows design cues from both the top-tier Dogma F and the Prince—like the signature curved top tube, ONDA fork, and 1.5” headset setup.

Even the down tube features a flattened profile and a subtle bottle cage recess (though not as deep as the Dogma F’s). At a glance, it’s easy to mistake the F9 for its more expensive sibling.

Like all Pinarellos, the F9 uses an asymmetric frame design. This helps balance the uneven forces created during pedaling—since the chain pulls only on the drive side—resulting in smoother power delivery and better handling.

The seatpost clamp is neatly integrated into the top tube, which not only looks clean but also helps keep dirt and grime out of the bolt.

The teardrop-shaped head tube improves aerodynamics, letting air flow smoothly past. It’s slightly slimmer than the Dogma F’s, giving the F9 a lighter, more agile look overall.

The ONDA fork is another Pinarello hallmark. It’s been refined over decades to offer precise steering, stability, and reduced vibration. Small “flaps” near the fork tips help cut turbulence—every detail here is optimized for speed.

Our test bike came equipped with a Deda Alanera RS one-piece carbon handlebar. It’s 5mm thinner than the previous version, with a shallower drop. Deda claims it saves nearly 4 watts at 40 km/h. Complete F9 builds come with a MOST Talon Ultra Light bar instead.

The groupset is Shimano’s flagship Dura-Ace R9270 electronic shifting, paired with a 50-34T crankset and 11-30T cassette—a solid all-rounder setup for mixed terrain.

We rode it with ALPX Power 5030 carbon wheels (50mm depth). They strike a nice balance between aero efficiency on flats and manageable weight on climbs.

The bike also features a Selle San Marco Short Fit saddle—a short-nose design with a central cutout for better pressure relief on long rides.

On the road, the F9 feels every bit the race bike. Power transfer is immediate, the bottom bracket is stiff, and the bike responds eagerly under acceleration.

Thanks to its aero shaping and race geometry, the F9 is confidence-inspiring at high speed and through corners.

That stiffness does come with a trade-off: road vibrations come through clearly, especially on rougher pavement. The stock 25c Goodyear Eagle F1 tires are decent, but switching to 28c or 30c tubeless would help a lot.

All in all, the Pinarello F9 is a capable all-round race bike that handles flats, hills, and descents with ease. It’s not just fast—it’s a piece of Italian art in motion.