Welcome to the official ICAN Japan blog.
This time, we're featuring a comprehensive review of a "100% Chinese brand" gravel bike centered around the ICAN Graro gravel frame, by popular Italian cycling YouTuber Lorenzo Del Sant.

"Can carbon products made in China truly be trusted?"

In response to this question, which many cyclists have pondered, Lorenzo built the bike at his own expense and put it through rigorous field testing, resulting in a surprising evaluation.

This review covers:

• ICAN Graro frame
• ICAN G40 carbon wheels
• ICAN Blade R handlebar

with thorough verification from paved roads to muddy gravel.

1. ICAN Graro – A lightweight, highly rigid, and responsive gravel frame

The ICAN Graro, the latest gravel frame from ICAN, was at the heart of this build.

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Its high level of completion was particularly praised in the review.

Lorenzo commented,

"The manufacturing quality far exceeded expectations."

He also praised the very high quality of the paint finish, which is excellent, and noted that ICAN offers full custom paint options, allowing for a high degree of freedom in color customization.

Riding performance is "racing gravel"

During actual riding tests, it was noted that:

• Quick response
• Acceleration performance
• Handling precision

were particularly impressive.

It was described as "agile, precise, and highly responsive,"

emphasizing that the Graro is not just a comfortable gravel bike, but a "high-performance gravel bike."

2. ICAN G40 Wheels – Surprising lightness and rotation performance

A major highlight of this build was the "ICAN G40" gravel carbon wheels.

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The actual measured weight was a surprising 1,305g,
even lighter than the manufacturer's stated weight, which astonished the reviewer.

25mm wide rim + 45mm tire

The G40 features a wide 25mm internal width.
It pairs exceptionally well with 45mm tires, achieving:

• High stability
• Excellent cushioning
• Strong traction performance

Furthermore, the DT Swiss-style ratchet system received high praise for its smooth rotational performance and high drive efficiency.

No problems occurred even during hard tests on muddy roads and rough gravel.

3. Total weight 8.2kg – True racing gravel specifications

The total weight of this complete bike, equipped with 45mm tires, is approximately 8.2kg.

This is an excellent figure for a full-carbon gravel bike.

ICAN Blade R Handlebar

The handlebar used is the ICAN "Blade R."

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Despite being a road model, it was praised for its:

• Natural handling with controlled flare
• High comfort
• Excellent vibration absorption

was praised.

4. On-road and off-road, "beyond expectations"

Riding on paved roads feels like a road bike.

Lorenzo described his impression of riding on paved roads as

"just like a road bike."

He reported that the highly rigid and lightweight frame offered a high level of completeness in all aspects, including:

• High-speed cruising
• Hill climbing
• Responsiveness when dancing

He felt a high degree of completeness in all aspects.

Agile and easy to handle on gravel

On unpaved roads, the benefits of the 45mm tires and wide rims were evident, providing:

• High control
• Stability
• Traction performance

was experienced.

He particularly praised the handling precision in technical sections.

5. The era of "Made in China = just cheap" is over.

Throughout the review, Lorenzo strongly emphasized that:

"Old preconceptions about 'Made in China' should be discarded."

Especially regarding ICAN, he raved that everything exceeded expectations, including:

• Frame quality
• Wheel performance
• Completeness
• Cost-performance

Everything was beyond his expectations.

6. Unbeatable Cost Performance

The total cost of this complete bike is approximately 2,500 to 2,700 Euros.

Yet, it features:

• Full carbon frame
• Carbon wheels
• Carbon handlebar
• Carbon crankset

and weighs only 8.2kg.

It's not uncommon for similar specifications from famous brands to be significantly more expensive.

The ICAN Graro

"I want a serious gravel bike that performs well, but at a reasonable price."

For such riders, it can be said to be a very attractive option.

Finally

The ICAN Graro is not just a "cost-focused" gravel bike.

It's a serious gravel frame with a high level of balance in lightness, riding performance, durability, and expandability.

You can ride lightly on paved roads and then jump straight into forest paths.
This is a bike that riders who seek such a free riding style should definitely experience.

ICAN Japan is currently publishing detailed information about the Graro frame set and G40 wheels.
Please feel free to contact us for custom paint inquiries.