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2023 Trek

Madone SL 7

A carbon frame aero bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$6,999
Weight18.2 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetUltegra, Ultegra Di2
BrakesShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Madone SL 7
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

41 mph

Madone SL 7

40 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
50cm

5'2" – 5'5"

52cm

5'3" – 5'7"

54cm

5'5" – 5'9"

56cm

5'8" – 6'0"

58cm

5'10" – 6'2"

60cm

6'0" – 6'4"

62cm

6'2" – 6'5"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'9", size 56, Fits large
  • 2'7", size E, Just right
  • 5'11", size 56cm, Fits small
  • 5'7", size 52cm, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Trek Madone is celebrated for its innovative aero design, combining speed with comfort through features like IsoFlow technology. It's lighter and more aerodynamic than previous versions, offering a responsive ride that's both fast and comfortable for long distances. However, its high cost and some component choices have been noted as drawbacks.

Pros
  • Innovative aero design with IsoFlow technology

  • Lighter and more aerodynamic than previous versions

  • Comfortable for long distances with improved vertical compliance

  • Responsive and fast ride quality

  • Wide range of frame sizes and customization options

Cons
  • High cost of entry

  • Some component choices not matching the bike's premium nature

  • Polarizing aesthetics of the IsoFlow design

Key Quotes
The Trek Madone SLR 7 manages to combine the fun and engaging ride quality of a normal race bike with the speed of an aero bike.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
It’s obvious enough to make the handlebar feel fairly stiff in contrast, in fact.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The new Madone, this feathery wind-cheater, is just the bike I need for all my road rides.
Canadian Cycling Magazine logoCanadian Cycling Magazine
The Madone is one of just a handful of bikes that have immediately felt like a tangible step forward on the first ride.
Cycling Tips logoCycling Tips
To our knowledge this is one of the if not the fastest road race bike that exists within the professional peloton and in the market.
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Bicycling
Aero, Light, Fast: Trek Does It All with the New Madone

Jul 2024

Trek’s new eighth-generation Madone is lightweight, aerodynamic, and fast—the road bike raced by Lidl-Trek in the 2024 Tour de France.

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Cycling News
Trek Madone Gen 8 SLR 7 long-term review: Can one bike truly rule them all?

Jun 2024

Trek's new Madone supersedes its aero champion and kills off the Emonda altogether - matching both historic models is a tall order, though

Highs
  • Fantastic ride quality and comfort

  • Rigid in power transfer and handling

  • Stunningly light

  • A blisteringly fast bike

Lows
  • A slanting water bottle is a problematic life partner

  • Pricey in the higher spec models

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road.cc
Remembering the Trek Madone 9 Series road bike: a bit odd... but very cool

Nov 2023 · Mat Brett

It had its idiosyncrasies – including flip-out 'Vector Wings’ in the head tube – but we wish every new bike offered as many interesting features as the Trek Madone 9 Series did back in 2015

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Escape Collective
2024 Trek Madone SL 7 review: This is the one to get - Escape Collective

Oct 2023 · James Huang

The same cutting-edge aerodynamic performance of Trek’s flagship Madone SLR, distilled into a much more affordable package.

Highs
  • Heaps lighter than before

  • Tangibly speedy

  • Surprisingly good ride quality

  • Superb handling

  • Lots of tire clearance

  • User-friendly two-piece cockpit

  • Sharp lines.

Lows
  • Polarizing IsoFlow aesthetics

  • Poor weathersealing

  • Narrow wheels and tires.

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Cyclist
The complete history of the Trek Madone

Sep 2023 · Sam Challis

If someone wanted to encapsulate the shifting trends of race bikes over the past 20 years, there is no better

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Trek launches fastest and lightest Madone SL yet

Aug 2023 · Matt Hansen

Gen 7 model uses IsoFlow technology from SLR

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Bikerumor
Trek Madone Gets More Affordable with All-New SL Gen 7 and RSL Aero Bar

Aug 2023 · Jordan Villella

Trek's new Madone SL Gen 7 is set to deliver SLR performance at a (much) lower price point. So — is the Madone SLR worth the extra money?

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Velo
Trek Madone SL 7 Gen 7 bike review: IsoFlow + burrito is a perfect match

Aug 2023 · Troy Templin

The Trek Madone SL Gen 7 now completes the line matching the more expensive SLR and offers almost the same ride quality.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

500 Series OCLV Carbon, KVF (Kammtail Virtual Foil) tube shape, adjustable top tube IsoSpeed, invisible cable routing, 3S aero chain keeper, T47 BB, flat mount disc, Duo Trap S compatible, 142x12mm thru axle

BB StandardT47, Threaded

Tire Clearance28c

ColorLithium Grey

Fork

Madone KVF full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, invisible cable routing, flat mount disc, carbon dropouts, 12x100mm thru axle

Bottom Bracket

Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing

Stem

Size: 50, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: 52, 54, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length; Size: 56, 58, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length; Size: 60, 62, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 110mm length

Handlebar

Size: 50, 52, Bontrager Elite Aero VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, invisible cable routing, 93mm reach, 123mm drop, 40cm width; Size: 54, 56, Bontrager Elite Aero VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, invisible cable routing, 93mm reach, 123mm drop, 42cm width; Size: 58, 60, 62, Bontrager Elite Aero VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, invisible cable routing, 93mm reach, 123mm drop, 44cm width

Saddle

Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails, 145mm width

Seatpost

Size: 50, 52, 54, 56, Madone aero carbon internal seatmast cap, integrated light mount, 5mm offset, short length; Size: 58, 60, 62, Madone aero carbon internal seatmast cap, integrated light mount, 5mm offset, tall length

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2, 34T max cog

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2, braze-on, down swing

Crank

Size: 50, 52, Shimano Ultegra R8100, 52/36, 170mm length; Size: 54, 56, Shimano Ultegra R8100, 52/36, 172.5mm length; Size: 58, 60, 62, Shimano Ultegra R8100, 52/36, 175mm length

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra R8170 Di2, 12 speed

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8100, 11-30, 12 speed

Chain

Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12 speed

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc, flat mount

TypeShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 100x12mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Shimano 11/12-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle

Tires

Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x25mm

Disc Rotors

Shimano MT800, centerlock, 160mm

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