The Mk2 version of the steel Vulture frameset is here. Like its titanium counterpart it’s a big tyre bike that’s packed with utility and made for long days, weeks or months in saddle, both on and off the road. Some have referred to it as MonsterCrosser and that’s fine but one thing it’s definitely not is retro. It’s a proper modern steel multirole frameset with up to the minute gravel geometry, disc brake mounts and all the fixtures you’ll need for long form adventures. Please read the sections below for detailed spec and thought process behind the design features.

The frame is constructed from double butted chromoly steel road tubing and comes with an extremely well equipped steel fork with all the cargo carrying configurations you’ll likely need. For those riders looking to build up a lightweight, less adventure orientated bike, the tapered headtube is compatible with tapered carbon forks that have an axle to crown measurement around the 398mm range.

The frame’s geo is slightly more compact with more top tube slope than Fearless’ previous models but giving better standover clearance to compensate for the taller 700c tyres. The frameset’s stack is also increased with a shorter reach for a more inclusive fit and giving improved long distance comfort and off-road control.

Taking feedback from Warlock owners we’ve prioritised clearance for a wide range of wheel and tyre sizes. More tyre clearance means a wider choice of tread patterns to tailor your bike to your riding style and conditions. As an increasing number of riders are becoming aware, cross-country MTB tyres make for great gravel tyres and the extra clearance make for better mud shedding capabilities makes the Vulture MkII is a true all-year-round riding machine.

The Vulture frameset comes equipped with our custom and designed in house rear dropouts and derailleur hanger. Based on a traditional Wright style hooded dropout design it’s possibly the lightest and most compact steel 12mm thru axle assembly in the industry. The frame also has 2x routing for all-road, touring and more conventional gravel applications and this time around the machined 6061 aluminium alloy derailleur hanger comes in a silver anodised finish. The under BB cable guide is detachable if you intend to fit a 1x drivechain.

The frame comes supplied with a versatile chromoly steel front fork which is equipped all the eyelets required for long distance adventure riding, bike packing and touring. With 3 different types of front carrier: mid-blade attachment, long strut ‘Porteur’ style racks that attach at the dropout and also minimalist handlebar bag supports with shorter struts. You can fit pretty much any combination of Anything cage and front rack you like. There’s routing for a dynamo hub on the fork leg which is tucked neatly inboard of the fork blade with 3 P-clips securing the wire to the frame and away from the tyre.

The prototype Vulture MkII had internal routing which was difficult to install a cable unless oversize holes were drilled at points on the fork most susceptible to water and dirt ingress. The p-clips are secured by low profile round cap hex bolts which are unobtrusive if you’re not running a front dynamo light. The system also makes swapping wheelsets and dynamo system installation/removal less tiresome. Just like the Vulture MK1 and the Warlock, the fork and headtube arrangement allows for the fitting of aftermarket tapered steerer carbon forks without affecting the steering geometry.

Just like the Vulture MK1 and the Warlock, the fork and headtube arrangement allows for the fitting of aftermarket tapered steerer carbon forks without affecting the steering geometry.