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2023 Polygon Path X5
Cyclocross/Gravel bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2023
- Category
- Gravel & Cyclocross
- Original MSRP
- $1,599.00
- Sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Green
- Geometry
- 4 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 21 preserved details · archived image · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900001837
Frameset
| Frame Construction | ALX Gravel |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | Carbon Rigid, Full Carbon |
| Fork Material | Carbon Fiber |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano 105 ST-R7020, 2X11-Speed Brifter |
|---|---|
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 RD-R7000 SS 11-speed |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba 48-32T |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis BSA 68mm |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 CS-R7000 11-speed 11-30T |
| Chain | KMC X11 11-speed |
Brakes
| Brakes | SHIMANO 105 BRK-R7020; Levers: SHIMANO 105 ST-R7020; Rotors: SHIMANO SM-RT30 160mm CL |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Integrated Headset W/ Sealed Bearing, IS 42/28.6 / IS 52/40 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Entity Sport, W: 420mm (S/M) / 440mm (L/XL), BB: 31.8mm, R/D: 125mm |
| Stem | ENTITY SPORT, EXT: 80mm (S/M) / 90mm (L/XL), BB: 31.8mm, R/D: 7degree |
| Saddle | Entity, Steel Ø7mm |
| Seatpost | Entity Sport, 27.2X350mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | F: Novatec D791SB 12x100mm 24H CL / R: Novatec D792SB 12x142 24H CL |
|---|---|
| Wheels | Alloy Double Wall |
| Rims | Alloy Double Wall FV H:30mm 622x19 24H for Tire 622-28/62 |
| Front Tire | VEE G-Sport 700x35C, 622x35 |
| Rear Tire | VEE G-Sport 700x35C, 622x35 |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 430 mm | 470 mm | 515 mm | 560 mm |
| Effective top tube | 525 mm | 550 mm | 580 mm | 610 mm |
| Head tube | 140 mm | 160 mm | 190 mm | 220 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | 71.5° | 71.8° | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° |
| Actual seat-tube angle | 74.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1016.9 mm | 1022.8 mm | 1044.9 mm | 1067.5 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 78 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 276.5 mm | 276.5 mm | 276.5 mm | 276.5 mm |
| Reach | 367.2 mm | 379.7 mm | 395.3 mm | 410.4 mm |
| Stack | 568.9 mm | 593.8 mm | 623.5 mm | 652.8 mm |
| Standover height | 687.5 mm | 726 mm | 768.41 mm | 809.9 mm |
Geometry source: Polygon first-party metric geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
Analyze a published size
S geometry
Archive context: Its reach of 367.2 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its stack of 568.9 mm sits somewhat taller than typical. Its bottom-bracket drop of 78 mm sits somewhat deeper than typical.
Compared with 59 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2022–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze S geometry M geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 78 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. Its stack of 593.8 mm sits somewhat taller than typical. The head angle of 71.5° sits somewhat steeper than typical.
Compared with 63 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2022–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze M geometry L geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 78 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The head angle of 71.8° sits somewhat steeper than typical. Its stack of 623.5 mm sits somewhat taller than typical.
Compared with 46 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2022–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze L geometry XL geometry
Archive context: Its stack of 652.8 mm sits toward the taller end. The head angle of 72° sits toward the steeper end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 78 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end.
Compared with 51 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2025 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze XL geometry Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
ChainKMC X11 11-speedExact archived model
CassetteShimano 105 CS-R7000 11-speed 11-30TExact archived model
Brake padsShimano 105 BRK-R7020Brake model identified — verify pad shape
More qualified parts (5)
Bottom bracketPraxis BSA 68mmNamed archived component — verify dimensions
CranksetPraxis Alba 48-32TNamed archived component — verify exact version
Rear derailleurShimano 105 RD-R7000 SS 11-speedExact archived model
ShiftersShimano 105 ST-R7020, 2X11-Speed BrifterExact archived model
Seatpost27.2 mm seatpostPublished diameter — verify length and setback
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Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 11-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
- Bottom bracketTurn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Creaking under load deserves investigation but does not identify the source by itself.Inspect the bottom bracket and shell →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 19 checks based on 5 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2023 Polygon Path X5 · Cyclocross/Gravel · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: ALX GRAVEL · Fork: CARBON RIGID, FULL CARBON · Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: SHIMANO 105 ST-R7020, 2x11-SPEED BRIFTER · Rear derailleur: SHIMANO 105 RD-R7000 SS 11-SPEED · Crankset: PRAXIS ALBA 48-32T · Bottom bracket: PRAXIS BSA 68mm · Cassette: SHIMANO 105 CS-R7000 11-SPEED 11-30T · Chain: KMC X11 11-SPEED
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: SHIMANO 105 BRK-R7020; Levers: SHIMANO 105 ST-R7020; Rotors: SHIMANO SM-RT30 160mm CL
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheels: ALLOY DOUBLE WALL · Rims: ALLOY DOUBLE WALL FV H:30mm 622x19 24H FOR TIRE 622-28/62 · Hubs: F: NOVATEC D791SB 12x100mm 24H CL / R: NOVATEC D792SB 12x142 24H CL · Front tire: VEE G-SPORT 700x35C, 622x35 · Rear tire: VEE G-SPORT 700x35C, 622x35
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: INTEGRATED HEADSET W/ SEALED BEARING, IS 42/28.6 / IS 52/40 · Handlebar: ENTITY SPORT, W: 420mm (S/M) / 440mm (L/XL), BB: 31.8mm, R/D: 125mm · Stem: ENTITY SPORT, EXT: 80mm (S/M) / 90mm (L/XL), BB: 31.8mm, R/D: 7degree · Seatpost: ENTITY SPORT, 27.2x350mm · Saddle: ENTITY, STEEL ø7mm
Before and during the test ride
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