2019 Cannondale Bad Boy | Range Review | Tredz Bikes

For 2019 the Cannondale Badboy has been left unchanged from the ever popular 2018 models. We take a look at these models and what each model offers.
If you're looking for a unique commuter that is both fun and safe, then look no further than the Cannondale Bad Boy.
With Cannondales iconic lefty fork and packed full of innovative features it certainly ticks a lot of boxes.
We take a look at the range and what makes these bikes so unique.
Frame & Fork - 0:24
Groupset - 1:51
Wheels - 2:41
Best For - 3:10
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The Cannondale CAADX is an aluminium cyclocross bike, built to be a fantastic racer, with honed geometry, made to give you the competitive edge. It’s not only made for racing, however. For commuting purposes, it could be the ultimate bike. The versatile handling and robust parts make the CAADX ideal for taking on rough city streets as well as back country adventures. We review the CAADX model range, showing the highlights.
With the ability to take up to a 37c tyre, a full complement of mudguard and rack mounts and a comfortable riding position, the CAADX is a bike that can take on many roles. As a winter bike, there’s little else you could wish for, especially when the weather turns. With reasonable price points and fantastic value for money, the Cannondale CAADX range makes for an attractive do-it-all dropbar bike.
The Cannondale CAADX is an amazingly versatile bike. Its main purpose is to race in the demanding cyclocross discipline, but it is also happy doubling as your everyday workhorse. The lightweight alloy frame gets comfortable geometry, making it great for both racing as well as hitting city streets.
From the entry-level CAADX Tiagra to the range-topping CAADX Ultegra, you get Shimano groupsets that are built to shift smoothly in any condition. Every model gets a parts spec that is capable from the off and comes at a very competitive price point too. If a more premium build is what you’re after, then the carbon-framed Cannondale SuperX is worth a look.
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[@ubellubo]

I would like one but I fear that a bike like this would be too much of a target for thieves.

[@BrianRPaterson]

Too true. A mate of mine was ALMOST bikejacked in London last week. But the thieves underestimated the "old guy" on a bike, and he managed to sprint to safety. Doesn't always turn out so well.

[@philiproberts6947]

Can mud guards be fitted to this bike,I currently have SKS Long boards fitted to my Kinesis and would like a similar size mudguard for this if such thing exists. After all Cannondale class this bike as an urban commuter so they must know riders will want to fit some sort of weather protection!

[@edwardtang1977]

where there is a will, there is a way.

[@NoBrakes23]

Reminds me of the Trek Soho from a few years back, (Though this seems much nicer with that buttery Lefty fork and hydro discs.) That stem looks like a angled re-imagining of Odyssey's Elementry BMX stem. I would ride this.

[@1Archaic.smurf-revivalist]

Hey, im rebuilding an old xl frame bb1 wirh Gates carbon drive square tapered crankset. Do you know what Bottom bracket you've got and what length the axle is inside it? Trying to setup the correct chainline. cheers D

[@stateniland]

got a Bad Boy 1.. super nice!

[@ge4422]

is there a way that you can adjust the clearance of the fork to the wheel? I find it too big clearance

[@nathsta1]

Whats the point of a commuter bike that you can't fit mud guards to. A stupid integrated top tube protector , pathetic. Who ever designed this bike should lose there job. A light in the fork stay , what the fuck for. People need lights to see with not be seen , most arsehole drivers aren't looking for us. I don't want took look good ,i want to get too work safely and as dry as possible .

[@1nicko29]

i dont see any luggage options on this bike. shame.

[@hankwu6713]

Great vid, just curious how the bad boy stacks up against the Canyon Urban 5.0 or the 8.0 ? they seem like good benchmark

[@wendelljenkins935]

Absolutely, an excellent bike. No more needs to be said. It's a Cannondale what else is there. Give it a shot!

[@peripatetictoad]

What’s to stop water from spraying up from the front tyre in the rain or to stop mud from splashing up? How’s that work with the fork?

[@zed9zed]

I love it! But what about fenders?

[@garolstipock]

Hands up... Who rides to the pub? and if you do, would you dare leave this bike outside..chained up or no?

[@quantumhelium]

Who can ride back from the pub? I tried riding drunk once and smashed my head into the pavement then woke up sleeping on somebody's front lawn.

[@chuckwalla2967]

That front wheel gonna break off in no time. A solution nobody asked for.

[@EricHorchuck]

Yeah it's weird that 747 and other extremely large airplanes use the same type of system. I wonder why they would use such a weak system? 🙄

[@theo_tje]

that is a 2018 model the 2019 has a tacky brand badge visible on the side faces. :(

[@Janus1000]

Great video! I've been looking at this line for a little while now. What are, if any, the differences between the 2017 and 2018 models specifically for the 1? And does this bike have a rack mount? (Not that a rack should go on such a beauty, but for a winter commute it's just too much weight to put on my back between all the layers and change of clothes/shoes and such)

[@Bk6346]

Al la min um frame

[@AlmostBipedal]

"The IUPAC has determined either spelling is correct and acceptable. However, the accepted spelling in North America is aluminum, while the accepted spelling just about everywhere else is aluminium."

[@champ2237]

Everytime he says "pub", take a drink. Seriously if you bike to the pub do you ride it back?

[@imjadon5922]

The bad boy 4 is a mechanical disk not hydraulic

[@khushi20260]

Hi, I am looking to buy bad boy 4 for Indian roads and it my city they are steep and have lots of potholes how do you think this bike will do on such roads? Also is there a suspension lockout feature on the bad boy 4 2019 model?

[@TruthFLA]

That bike is gorgeous

[@cubase275]

not particularly wise to cycle home from the pub wouldn't you say?

[@lostcat9lives322]

Not at all. It's the ride back home that will be an opportunity to become roadkill.

[@jamesbeez]

Looking to purchase a bike to ride to get healthy and lose weight. 6’2. 280lbs. Is this the right bike for me. Thank you

[@tredz]

Hi James, they are great all terrain fitness bikes that would be super comfortable and confident on the road, but also capable of light off road too. They are all light weight and have good quality components so will be durable too. Hope this helps!

[@jamesbeez]

Tredz Bikes awesome thank you so much for the response 😎

[@KKhhoorrnniittee]

The first bike you ever buy should only have two things right: size and colour. Until you get to the second bike, you will know what you want (-;

[@Druglord-c4y]

I would never buy this bike in toronto. It's to nice of a bike people would steal it instantly lol

[@zureai]

How do you have a 2019 bike but video was posted in 2017??

[@BS-oo7pu]

Where i can change my iron chain to carbon chain my badboy 1-2014 bike?

[@msgstar4933]

Got the 2014 version I think. Bent frame but rides so well still!

[@edwardtang1977]

Got a 2018 Bad boy 1. Love it!

[@evanescence2]

how's the speed? how fast can you get up to?

[@quantumhelium]

That doesn't look like the 2019, it has the wrong tires on it.

[@zureai]

But can you add a rear rack on this bike?

[@mvasiliev]

what widest tyre can be set?

[@Rick_Todd]

Made in TAIWAN.

[@theo_tje]

Seriously?!

[@timmbrockmann959]

most bikes are... I have a Specialized Chisel Expert for 1900€ which is also made in Taiwan.

[@mihaelachiscovici]

It went together easily in less than an hour. kzbin.infoUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Make sure the front fork is forward or the pedals will hit the front tire. Tires are both a little soft so it needs air before I ride it. The rear wheel didn't come with a clamp regular bolts hold it on. The front had the clamp. No scratches out of box. Rims are a little off with a slight wobble. They could have spent more time with the spoke tool fixing the run out. So far out of the box I'm happy with it. I did replace the pedals with a nice aftermarket set. After riding it a bit my A$$ is a bit sore so I ordered another seat. Overall I'm nearly 60 and didn't ride a bike in 30 years. I like my new 29" Schwinn. It will be used for casual rides with my friend.

[@neilcarlogonzales692]

Has anyone tried converting the Badboy to 29er? Will 38c gravel tires fit to it?

[@andersenhutapea]

Nice video. Cool stealthy bike there. Btw need ur advice, im torn between this bad boy and marin muirwoods 29er. Which one should i get? Which one is the tougher and the faster? The one who can handle the road and the gravel?

[@tredz]

Hey, although they are both great bikes, I would say the Cannondale would be a little more versatile for both gravel and road. The Muirwoods would probably be slightly faster due to the slicker tyres, but not so confident on the gravel/rough roads.

[@andersenhutapea]

@@tredz noted...thank u for the reply. My wife and i decide to take the muirwoods, more budget friendly. Maybe after that, the bad boy

[@tredz]

@@andersenhutapea Fair enough! They are still great bikes, so i'm sure you will be more than happy with them!

[@260chiles]

These are nice if you are riding on wooden floors, but suck on L.A. roads. Stiff as fuck!!

Looks siiiiiiiiiiick !

[@Star_Sn1per]

Why do all these 1000$ plus bikes come with the shittiest most uncomfortable seats?

[@Rocky4719]

I am not spending almost 1000 bucks just to ride to the store or around town 😑. Maybe if I was going on a huge cross country ride, then of course I’d want the best bike money can buy, but my trek fx does the around town job for half the price.

[@loiseaunoir1021]

Can't get it in Canada. "Cannondale currently doesn't take orders for this model" I was told. How long do you expect to remain in business if you don't take orders and prepare a PO for the plant to make & distribute them?

[@tomasblaskovic97]

hey, great video! i am thinking about buying bad boy 2 or 3, is it worth to buy 2? or there are only small updates vs 3?

[@conanfa18]

Does this bike offer rack mounts for urban/commute purposes? Is a suspension fork an option? Also, do these come with Shimano Alfine hub drive 11 or 8? Is the 11 speed Alfine an option. Is there a website to learn more? Thanks.

[@AnishKrishnan]

Nice review. A small correction. All models doesn't have hydraulic disc brakes. Badboy4 has a mechanical disc brake. I have one in my stable. 🚴🏼

[@tredz]

Thanks for that Anish, you are correct!

[@AnishKrishnan]

Tredz Bikes anytime! 🚴🏼🙃

[@bmateo22]

Anish Krishnan How are you liking the bike now? Is it comfortable for your commute?Looking to pick one up myself for going into work and casual weekend riding. Thanks!

[@AnishKrishnan]

Apologies for a late reply. I like the bike a lot.. Its 3000+ kms in total now. Apart from the commute I've done a couple of 100kms events on weekends as well. :D

[@bmateo22]

Anish Krishnan thanks for the reply! I ended up getting the bike and love it!

[@ontarioman6301]

The bike should have 700 wheels. the 650 is too small and slow

[@elukok]

I hate one way forks. It is so stupid to use those, no advantages at all.

[@ElegyForTheMasses]

There are advantages to it. For one, it's lighter than a full fork, especially when shock absorbers are involved. Secondly, in tight downhill turns or heavy braking the fork works under side load instead of binding on itself, which is typical of telescoping assemblies. Chassis siffness, plushness, lack of bushing bind during braking, best stiffness to weight ratio for forks of the same class, and best of all, you don't have to take the wheel off to change a flat.

[@elukok]

It is not lighter. It must be beefed up compared to a single side of a normal fork. It also has to take much higher forces while riding as it is not symmetrical to the way of movement. There are more problems like twisting and other stuff that are more or less not present with regular forks. It is basically just for "cool" looks. But i agree that changing a tire is easier and quicker, the only advantage i see.

[@ElegyForTheMasses]

On my previous Cannondale, I didn't have any twisting or steering issues with the lefty fork. It felt natural when riding. The only asymmetry I noticed was in the aesthetics. I did end up exchanging it for a Cannondale Quick 4 (with regular forks) since I couldn't justify the price for my use and the Quick 4 was significantly cheaper.

[@elukok]

I suggest an experiment - get one of these fitness training wheels - www.teoesportes.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/perder-barriga.jpg Try to get as low as possible using two hands and then with one hand and then compare which one was more effective and using which were you able to get lower. This would give you a good idea of some of the different forces when using these single sided forks and how much of a stupid idea these are (if easy change of front wheel is not an absolute necessity). Dont get me wrong, I believe they work, but no way can they withstand the same amount of beating while weighting the same as normal fork and also wouldn't hold up in a long run as long as normal forks.

[@SadButTrue__]

why are bikes always shown without pedals?

[@bobostankowic86]

wow, coulb that on muddy uphill can be better as chain is stretching a bit of force, and resisting over torque on slipper,. ,like traction control (: ??

[@Bjorntveitan]

now its sales and planning to buy 🤩

[@adamvincent746]

Why does it have the left fork?

[@michaelclark8368]

Adam Vincent why not no fork

[@michaeldodd3563]

It comes in pints? I’m getting me one!

[@Ghostwolf173]

Nice looking bike, but would you pay $1,850 USD for it?

[@hatsunemikussnzbmindcontro4444]

Yeah Nice bike To STEAL from you Hihihi 😈

[@millenium2003]

Gdubbz No..

[@jonathancameron3416]

I pay 3000 canadiens for this bike but a get stolen last summer :(

[@darness1234]

Gdubbz I paid 7

[@KKhhoorrnniittee]

Would you care about the price if you liked it?

[@marcussurleyadventures1928]

Cannondale is total crap

[@hirohikonishikawa4851]

Joking, wonder where this "stealth fashion " nonsense comes from. You want to be seen on it and the modern all black stealth look is just dangerous.

[@tredz]

Hi, a couple of the models have integrated lights to help you stay visible. It's all down to preference and what you like the look of in the end though!

[@TheDivingshoes]

anyone got one of these? whats internal gears like for climbing up hills?

[@tredz]

Hi Elliot, The Alfine hub has a wide range of gears and the lowest is a significant jump lower than the previous gears so it's all set for climbing hills when needed.

[@lancelink88]

These used to be 700C wheels, bad move going to 650B, they with the wider tyres are much heavier. Bad Boy becomes Fat Boy.

[@RuezgaDaniel]

Lol! Your dad pun had me laughing!

[@RuezgaDaniel]

@Green Giant "Bad Boy becomes Fat Boy". That sounds like something me and my friends would say.

[@applesauce5987]

Does it have internal cable mount for variable seat post remote?

[@andreselgavilan]

frame size?

[@ElGorba]

No suspension?

[@johnblack3447]

no USA - no consumer!

[@Alex10daysago]

Oh no whatever will we do.

[@AlmostBipedal]

@@Alex10daysago Lol

[@mrcockslut6719]

Murdered out?

[@docfmf8404]

Really want the top tier bad boy but none of the lbs has it in stock

[@TrueElitegaming1]

doc doti I want one too but my wallet doesn’t have anything in stock... plus the Cannondale dealer near me (that I worked at) closed down, and I bought a CAADX 105 SE when it did that also makes a great commuter if you want drop bars The lefty is super cool though and if I had the money and space for one I would totally get the bad boy 1

[@garyyetter468]

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[@garyyetter468]

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[@carljung1711]

The welding seems sloppy...

[@quantumhelium]

Based on what? A good weld is never smooth but rather like a stack of dimes. Any time you see a "smooth weld" it's because half of the weld is shaved off thus compromising the strength.

[@c.rothschild260]

Wow nice.

[@ryguyiskindofaflyguy]

Can u put 700cc wheels on it?

[@lostcat9lives322]

Yes. A decent wheelset isn't cheap but the hydro brakes make different wheel size swaps relativley easy. Or you could have the wheelset rebuilt with 700c rims. If you have to have a 700c bike, buy one.

[@MrKimboatok]

What size is the bike in the Video?

[@tredz]

Hi, the bike shown is a Medium, thanks!

[@goonigoogoo5868]

the rear hub will break easy and the headshot require a 12 month maintenance schedule or it will also break. and that can cost almost 300 euro to fix....great bike but requires high end maintenance. like a Ferrari.

[@rokasg684]

Why does it hangs in the air on 3:21? Is it true that you can't put properly such a bike (with internal gear hub like Shimano Alfine) on bike stand because there is not enough space between rear wheel dropouts and brake disk? As a result rear wheel does not reaches holder's basis.

[@tredz]

It is held up with a standard 29" bike stand, it doesn't fit too well due to the issues you have mentioned, but was fine just to hold it up for the review!

[@GreenAspen]

Ремень бесит. И планетарка тоже

[@АндрейБ-ч7ж]

У тебя такой? Что скажешь о нём норм? Прямо думаю либо его, либо мириду 400 взять, воры наверное, будут облизыватся) и как с банни хором дела обстоят?

[@stateniland]

Hello... I purchased the Pedrone computer for my Bad Boy 1... With the thick round front fork that is making it difficult to mount the speed sensor.. SUGGESTIONS? Thank you

[@tredz]

Hi, you could try some bigger cable ties, or linking a few together to fit around the fork leg. If this doesn't help, send us a few pictures to [e-mail] and we can take a look!

[@stateniland]

Finally found the solution.. from Cannondale.. There is a 'special' bracket made for the lefty fork now.. It works.

[@dominickodonnellfromtripce1922]

can u go on gravel?

[@jacknelson5891]

You can, but if you’re riding on gravel ALOT you should get a gravel bike for sure

[@roussinclement1561]

cannondale BB = 12 kilos :S

[@michalwiktorow2188]

... yeah in this price range in EU at least, this is heavy as f.. and expensive as h..l.

[@jamesstrike2700]

フィッツっぽい

[@TesseractPleiadesOrion]

Cube Travel SL includes Alfine 11, proper lights, rear rack, fenders and stand. It's better in every way, and at a similar price to the Bad Boy One.... and doesn't have a ridiculous name either.

[@twinnva1865]

Where can I buy 1

[@tredz]

Hi Tony, when the latest models are available we'll have them for sale on www.tredz.co.uk. Keep checking and we'll have them as soon as they're available from Cannondale.

[@twinnva1865]

@@tredz will you ship to USA?

[@tredz]

@@twinnva1865 Hi, Sorry but we only ship within Europe

[@dozzy000]

im interested on a cannondale bad boy 1 with a shimano alfine 8....but i wonder....can that internal hub really climb up hills? Specially when that crankset has only one chainring? Thabks for the answer.

[@tredz]

Hi Dozzy, Although the bike only has 8 gears, the way the internal hub works allows it to have a 307% gear range, which is pretty big! There is going to be a bigger jump between each gear, but you are still going to have the low gears to climb the hills, and the big gears to keep you cruising fast. Hope this helps!

[@RasPutintheGreat]

What's with the fork?

[@RuezgaDaniel]

Cannondale is known for their "Lefty" fork design. What are the advantages? I'm not sure... I would guess less weight.

[@RasPutintheGreat]

@@RuezgaDaniel looks uncomfortable to me though

[@RuezgaDaniel]

@@RasPutintheGreat It looks unsafe to me, but it's been around for a while and apparently it works.

[@RasPutintheGreat]

@@RuezgaDaniel sure

[@titaniumsteel9114]

Still lugged frame nicer than the welded frame.

[@endercharlie]

I pretty new to cycling, living in Tokyo where bicycle is an absolute essential. I grabbed the BadBoy 4 for my daily commute - I log about 14km every day Mon-Fri and thus far I couldn't be happier. I' will definitly stay within the BadBoy product line and hopefully upgrade to the BadBoy 2 when BB4 dies.

[@AlaaSaeed23]

Do you have the one with the left fork? Does it feel weird, or normal?

[@BrianRPaterson]

How is Tokyo for parking? Is there a lot of bike theft?

[@endercharlie]

@BrianRPaterson bicycle parking is generally pretty good. But there are just sososos many bicycles, the designated areas are often all full. You can basically get away with locking ur bike anywhere though - short term. Alot of places though if u keep ur bicycle there like 24hrs, they will literally cut ur lock and impound ur bike. Especially posh areas , Minato Ku central tokyo etc. And ya man unfortunately bike theft is pretty real in Tokyo for sure. I've had a bike stolen. I keep my badboy in apartment

[@endercharlie]

@AlaaSaeed23 yea man, it gets alot of oooohs and ahs. It's pretty sick design. Doesn't feel weird at all

[@siriosstar4789]

Overpriced gimmickry . Cannondale has always appealed to those enamored with pretention and looks.

[@julianscales1807]

What an asinine remark. Almost everyone would agree that the lefty fork looks terrible. Its there to serve a purpose and it serves that purpose well. I assume you have never actually ridden a Cannondale?

[@siriosstar4789]

And the pretention poster child shows up as expected.

[@julianscales1807]

@@siriosstar4789 Could you be any less self aware?

[@TesseractPleiadesOrion]

@@siriosstar4789 Try learning to spell before trolling....

[@heartsineurope]

Super this super that” actually it’s extremely FUGLY

[@williamjamesrapp7356]

NOT AT ALL IMPRESSED.

[@goclunker]

That transmission is junk, heard horror stories, got a quick cx-1 and a bmw M austin yellow instead

[@Chance-ry1hq]

Why would anybody buy one of these freaky looking gimmicks. Just an idiotic design.

[@ElegyForTheMasses]

Because it has its advantages.

[@Chance-ry1hq]

ElegyForTheMasses So does a one legged man. Duh...right?

[@ElegyForTheMasses]

Not sure what that's supposed to mean. I owned a bike with one sided fork, and it was useful for offroading and downhill activities I participated in. In tight downhill turns or heavy braking the fork works under side load instead of binding on itself, which is typical of telescoping assemblies. Other benefits included chassis siffness, plushness, lack of bushing bind during braking, best stiffness to weight ratio for forks of the same class, and you don't have to take the wheel off to change a flat. I didn't have as good luck with a similar spec'd Trek with standard forks.