Litespeed Watia
Any terrain. Any conditions. Anywhere.
Pronounced /wAH-chUH/
The Inside Look
Whether it’s speed for race day or versatility for the weekend escape into the unknown, the Watia is the most wildly capable titanium gravel bike Litespeed has ever created. When it comes to a clean getaway into the dirt, no one else comes close.
Named appropriately, we hail Watia, deep in North Carolina's Nantahala National Forest. Well off the beaten path, Watia Creek is beautifully inconvenient; those that want to see its natural wonder have to really want it. It’s this small parcel we pay homage to, a parallel summation of where the Watia can take you: well off the grid.
We’ve created a technologically advanced gravel machine for everything you want it to be. The centerpiece for this version features internal cable-routing capability, with brake and shift cables ported into the frame for quiet, clean functionality. The Watia also features modern tire clearance capability with a smooth, agile geometry. Simply put, Watia has broken the normal conventions of what welded, metal construction has consisted of in gravel riding.
With speed for the race, titanium comfort for the distance, and tire clearance to handle any substrata, Watia is a fully capable machine. No matter what your playground looks like, Watia is versatile enough to take you wherever your adventures lead you.
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The new Watia sees our elegant titanium craftsmanship reach a new level, resulting in the ultimate expression of titanium performance gravel riding.
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Size |
XS |
S |
M |
M/L |
L |
XL |
A |
Top Tube Length |
51.5 |
52.8 |
54.2
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55.2
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57.0 |
58.3
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B |
Head Tube Angle |
70.0˚
|
71.0˚
|
71.0˚
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71.5˚
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72.0˚
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72.0˚
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C |
Seat Tube Angle |
74.5˚
|
74.5˚
|
74.5˚
|
74.0˚
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73.5˚
|
73.0˚
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D |
Seat Tube Length |
43.0 |
46.0
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49.0 |
52.0
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55.0
|
58.0
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E |
Chainstay Length |
43.0 |
43.0 |
43.0 |
43.0 |
43.0 |
43.0 |
F |
BB Drop |
7.6 |
7.6 |
7.1 |
7.1 |
7.1 |
6.6
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G |
Wheelbase |
101.0 |
100.9
|
102.6
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103.4
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104.2
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105.7
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H |
Front Center |
59.2 |
59.1 |
60.4
|
61.4
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62.2 |
63.6
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I |
Fork Rake |
5.0 |
5.0 |
5.0 |
5.0 |
5.0 |
5.0 |
J |
Standover Height |
72.0 |
74.3
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77.7
|
80.6
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83.4
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86.8
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K |
Head Tube Length |
9.9 |
10.5
|
13.7
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16.2
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18.6
|
21.7
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L |
Stack |
54.0 |
55.0 |
57.5
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60.0
|
62.5
|
65.0
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M |
Reach |
36.5 |
37.0 |
37.5 |
38.0 |
38.5
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39.0
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We pair each Litespeed frame with some of the best components and drivetrains in the world. We take component specifications seriously, as the quality and performance of the components are just as important as the frames we design and produce.
If you have any questions or would like to request custom component specifications, please contact us.
Shimano GRX 400
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Gossamer |
Handlebar |
FSA NS Adventure Compact |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA Gossamer |
Saddle |
WTB Silverado Steel |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX RX400 10 spd |
Rotors |
Shimano RT66 160mm |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX400 10 spd |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX400 10 spd |
Crankset |
Shimano GRX RX600 46/30 10spd |
Cassette |
Shimano HG50 11-36 10 spd |
Chain |
Shimano HG54 10 spd |
Bottom Bracket |
Shimano |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Shimano GRX RX400 Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
Shimano GRX 600 1X
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Gossamer |
Handlebar |
FSA NS Adventure Compact |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA Gossamer |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Steel |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX RX600 |
Rotors |
Shimano RT70 160mm |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX812 |
Crankset |
GRX RX600 1X 40T |
Cassette |
Shimano SLX M7000 11-42 |
Chain |
Shimano HG601 |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Shimano GRX RX400 Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
Shimano GRX 600 2X
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Gossamer |
Handlebar |
FSA NS Adventure Compact |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA Gossamer |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Steel |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX RX600 |
Rotors |
Shimano RT70 160mm |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX600 |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX810 |
Crankset |
GRX RX600 46/30 |
Cassette |
Shimano HG700 11-34 |
Chain |
Shimano HG601 |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Shimano GRX RX400 Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
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Shimano GRX 810 1X
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Energy |
Handlebar |
FSA A-Wing AGX Alloy |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-K Carbon |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Cromoly |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX RX810 |
Rotors |
Shimano MT800 160mm |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX812 |
Crankset |
GRX RX810 1X 42T |
Cassette |
Shimano XT M8000 11-42 |
Chain |
Shimano HG701 |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Shimano GRX RX810 Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
Shimano GRX 810 2X
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Energy |
Handlebar |
FSA A-Wing AGX Alloy |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-K Carbon |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Cromoly |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX RX810 |
Rotors |
Shimano MT800 160mm |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX810 |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX810 |
Crankset |
GRX RX810 48/31 |
Cassette |
Shimano HG800 11-34 |
Chain |
Shimano HG701 |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Shimano GRX RX810 Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
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Shimano GRX 810 Di2 1X
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Energy |
Handlebar |
FSA A-Wing AGX Alloy |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-K Carbon |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Cromoly |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX RX815 Di2 |
Rotors |
Shimano MT800 160mm |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX817 Di2 |
Crankset |
GRX RX810 1X 42T |
Cassette |
Shimano XT M8000 11-42 |
Chain |
Shimano HG701 |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Shimano GRX RX810 Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
Shimano GRX 810 Di2 2X
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Energy |
Handlebar |
FSA A-Wing AGX Alloy |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-K Carbon |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Cromoly |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX RX815 Di2 |
Rotors |
Shimano MT800 160mm |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX815 Di2 |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX815 Di2 |
Crankset |
GRX RX810 48/31 |
Cassette |
Shimano HG800 11-34 |
Chain |
Shimano HG701 |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Shimano GRX RX810 Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
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Campy Ekar 1X13
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Energy |
Handlebar |
FSA A-Wing AGX Alloy |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA SL-K Carbon |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Cromoly |
Shifters |
Campy Ekar |
Rotors |
Campy Ekar 160mm Center Lock |
Rear Derailleur |
Campy Ekar |
Crankset |
Campy Ekar 40T |
Cassette |
Campy Ekar 10-44 |
Chain |
Camp Ekar |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x38c Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
Camp Ekar Hydraulic |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
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SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS 12spd
Headset |
Cane Creek 40 Series |
Stem |
FSA Gossamer |
Handlebar |
FSA NS Adventure Compact |
Bar Tape |
Select from above |
Seatpost |
FSA Gossamer |
Saddle |
WTB Volt Medium Steel |
Shifters |
SRAM Rival eTap AXS |
Rotors |
SRAM Centerline X 160mm |
Rear Derailleur |
SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS 12spd |
Crankset |
SRAM Rival 1X 42T 12spd |
Cassette |
SRAM Rival XPLR 10-44 12spd |
Chain |
SRAM Rival 12spd |
Bottom Bracket |
SRAM Press-Fit |
Tires |
700C Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SS 700x43c Tubeless 650B Tires - Panaracer Gravel King SK 650Bx1.9 Tubeless |
Wheelset |
Select Wheels Above |
Brakeset |
SRAM Rival eTap AXS HRD |
Fork |
Select Fork Above |
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Pure Gravel: Watia Review
"The Watia occupies the sweet spot between Litespeed’s race-focused Ultimate Gravel, and their Cherohala with its more relaxed geometry. The Watia is designed to be Litespeed’s new jack-of-all-trades model that has race chops for long 200-mile fireroad epics, as well as the weekend cruises with friends, all in one of the most technologically-advanced ti bikes on the market."
read the review
CyclingTips: A Magical ride, but old-school handling
"If you’re in the market for a US-made titanium gravel bike with that legendary ride quality you’ve heard about, the Watia will certainly deliver that in spades, (presumably) along with the long-term durability and toughness that so many titanium buyers value.."
read the review
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Find answers to common questions about bike builds, custom component selections, and shipping. If you have any questions feel free to live-chat with us or contact us.
How long does it take to receive my bike?
Due to high demand, lead times vary per bike model, size, and build kit. For an accurate delivery estimate live-chat or contact us!
Can I make changes to the build kit?
Absolutely. Our bikes are built to order so you can customize however you'd like. If there are components you'd really like on your bike but don't see them offered live-chat or contact us for availability and a custom quote!
Can I have a different length stem, crankarms, or different gearing?
We spec different length components on our bikes based on common lengths per each size of bike. If you are looking to specify what length components or the gearing you'd like on your new Litespeed just live-chat or contact us and we'll get you started on a custom order.
How much does shipping cost?
UNITED STATES: Shipping for frame and frameset orders is $55 USD. For full bike orders shipping is $195 and includes professional assemble at our Litespeed factory and shipment in our Litespeed Pro Box so you don't have to assemble the bike when it arrives to your door. For technician delivery, check out our Home.Delivery.Right service. Click here for shipping options.
OUTSIDE OF USA: By going through the checkout process, you will be able to see the shipping charges associated with shipping to your country. We offer competitive shipping prices around the world, and even cover duty, VAT and import fees when shipping to Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and Malaysia.
Does my bike arrive assembled?
For orders in the United States our bikes ship assembled in our Litespeed Pro Box. Adjust your bars then add the seatpost and front wheel and you're ready to ride. We also offer our technician delivery service, Home.Delivery.Right. Click here for shipping options.
Please note: all disc brake bikes are shipped with a leverless thru-axle. A 6mm allen wrench is needed for removal or installation of your front and rear wheels.
*Bikes ordered with custom geometry:
Our 30-day return policy does not apply to custom frame orders. If your order is cancelled for any reason, you will receive a 50% refund. Questions? Reach out to our team via LiveChat online or via email at info@litespeed.com and we'll be happy to help.
Litespeed Assembly Video
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Interested in learning more about the wiring routes on Di2 and mechanical-specific Watia bikes? Click below to see full diagrams and descriptions.
Di2 Wire Routing Diagram
Mechanical Wire Routing Diagram