Wilier Filante Ultimate 2027: 120 years of history in an exclusive Limited Edition
We analyze the new Wilier Filante Ultimate, the limited-edition superbike created for the brand’s 120th anniversary. Technical analysis, pros, cons, and opinions.
Wilier Filante Ultimate 2027: The masterpiece for the brand's 120th anniversary
In a fast-paced market, celebrating 120 years of history is not just a milestone; it is a statement of intent. Wilier Triestina, with the new Filante Ultimate 2027, raises the bar of exclusivity by offering a machine that is not just a racing tool, but a collector's item. With production limited to just 120 numbered units, this superbike represents the technological pinnacle of a company that consolidated a turnover of 70 million euros in 2025, confirming its status as an absolute leader in the performance segment.
Technical analysis: When carbon meets precision
The base remains that of the award-winning Filante SLR ID2, but the "Ultimate" pushes integration and material selection to the limit. The frame integrates six different types of carbon fiber, including the ultra-modern Toray M40X, synonymous with a stiffness-to-weight ratio that few other manufacturers can emulate.
The beating heart of this edition is the drivetrain and rolling system curated by Miche and CeramicSpeed. The Miche Dev RD wheels, equipped with CeramicSpeed bearings, are paired with a specific OSPW cage and a carbon chainring customized with the "120" celebratory logo. Every detail—from the disc lockrings to the handlebar tape, and even the custom aero water bottles—is designed for aesthetic and aerodynamic coherence.
The Editorial Verdict: Pros and Cons
After analyzing the DNA of the Filante series, here is our "no-filter" assessment.
The Pros:
Torsional stiffness: The mix of M40X fibers makes the bike a razor in accelerations and sprints.
Iconic aesthetics: The "Daylight Silver" color scheme is refined and distinctive—a change of pace from standard patterns.
"Race Ready" components: The standard integration of the CeramicSpeed kit transforms a high-end bike into a WorldTour-ready machine.
What didn't convince us:
Extreme exclusivity: Being a run of only 120 pieces, there is a risk it will become a display piece rather than a bike to be used on Alpine passes.
Absence of a power meter: On a bike that aims to be "Ultimate," we would have liked to see a power meter integrated as standard into the Dura-Ace groupset, given the expected stellar price.
Technical Specifications and Data
Weight: 7.4 kg (size XL, base Filante SLR). The Ultimate version, thanks to lightened components, aims to drop below this threshold.
Price: Not yet official, but estimated at over €12,500 - €13,500, considering that the standard SLR ID2 model already exceeds €9,500.
Available versions: Exclusively in "Limited 120th Anniversary" version with Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 groupset.
Editor-in-Chief’s Thoughts
Wilier is experiencing an enviable phase of health, with 7% growth in 2026. CEO Andrea Gastaldello's goal is clear: to consolidate the European market and push hard into gravel and non-European markets. The Filante Ultimate 2027 is the manifesto of this path. Is it a fast bike? Absolutely. Is it agile? The geometry of the SLR series never disappoints. However, for the cyclist looking for pure performance at a more "human" price, we recommend looking at the standard Filante SLR ID2 range: you will get the same speed, but with a few thousand euros more in your pocket for your cycling trips.