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Madone SLR Frameset
A carbon frame aero frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$3,999| Weight | 4.3 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
4'11" – 5'3"
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'8" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'5"
- 5'9", size 56, Fits large
- 2'7", size E, Just right
- 5'11", size 56cm, Fits small
- 5'7", size 52cm, Just right
Summary
The Trek Madone is a highly aerodynamic road bike praised for its exceptional speed and race-focused performance. It features innovative technologies like IsoSpeed or IsoFlow for improved comfort and handling, though some models may have a firmer ride. While it excels in efficiency and stability, it often comes with a high price and can be heavy compared to non-aero bikes.
Excellent aerodynamics and speed
Comfortable ride with adjustable suspension features
Precise and stable handling
High-quality build and integration
Competitive weight for an aero bike
High price range
Heavy weight affecting climbing
Firm ride on rough surfaces
Susceptibility to crosswinds
Limited comfort in some models
Trek’s 800 Series carbon claims to be their highest performing carbon layup ever
BikerumorThe SL6 is a composed race machine with a compliant ride that balances fast handling and comfort unlike any other aero-road bike around.
BikeRadarWe are riding a spaceship. It reacts the way we wanted, aggressive in corners, the bike goes where you want it to go.
Canadian Cycling MagazineDespite being several years old at this point, the Madone is still one of the fastest bikes on the road.
Cycling TipsThe new Madone is the fastest road bike we’ve ever made by a considerable margin.
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Dec 2022 · Sam Challis
The new Madone is leaner, meaner and wickedly quick
Very fast ride feel
Smart componentry design
Light weight
Comfort
Price
Narrow bars take some getting used to
Vulnerable in gusty conditions
Jun 2022 · Matt Hansen
The frame features striking new tube shapes and radical rear triangle
Jun 2022 · James Huang
The seventh-generation Madone is lighter, faster, still kind of comfy, and has always-available DRS.
Jul 2020 · Zach Overholt
What’s better than Trek’s Madone SLR? How about a Madone SLR that’s lighter? Or one with a different bottom bracket? If either of those sound good to you, then you’ll want to check out the 2021 Madone SLR. The SLR addition to the Madone name gives the indication that this isn’t your average Trek. In […]
Dec 2019 · Symon Lewis
Cycling Weekly has shown that the Trek Madone is one of the fastest aero bikes available today, but has the update with discs made it even better? I certainly think so
Ride quality
Performance
Comfort
Stiffness
Weight
Jun 2019 · David Arthur @davearthur
Seriously fast aero race bike with great handling, but not the smoothest and not the ultimate spec it should be
Apr 2019 · Benjamin Topf
The Trek Madone SLR 9 Disc with its IsoSpeed has already won our aero-bike group test. But is the all-round performance of the Madone good enough?
Integration
Rear-end comfort with adjustable IsoSpeed damping
High-speed performance
Front-end could provide more comfort
Compact cranks only work up to 50 km/h 😉
Mar 2019 · Warren Rossiter
Winner of best superbike in our annual Bike of the Year awards is the latest evolution of Trek’s flagship aero bike
Groundbreaking comfort, stunning handling and seriously rapid
Five-figure price tag
| Frame | 800 Series OCLV Carbon, KVF (Kammtail Virtual Foil) tube shape, adjustable top tube IsoSpeed, invisible cable routing, 3S aero chain keeper, T47 BB, DuoTrap S compatible, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle BB Standard: T47, Threaded Color: Carbon Smoke / Crimson |
|---|---|
| Fork | Madone KVF full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, invisible cable routing, flat mount disc, carbon dropouts, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | T47, threaded |
| Seatpost | Not included |
First added July 17
Last updated November 6
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