Short Description
The Trek Madone SL 5 Gen 8 Hex Blue is a lightweight aero road bike built for racing, fast club spins and high-performance road riding. Its 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame, Full System Foil aero shaping, IsoFlow comfort technology and Shimano 105 12-speed groupset combine speed, efficiency and confident all-day control.
Key Features
- Frame: 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with Full System Foil aero tube shaping, IsoFlow seat tube and integrated routing
- Fork: Madone Gen 8 full carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer and internal brake routing
- Drivetrain: Shimano 105 2x12-speed groupset for precise mechanical shifting and versatile road gearing
- Brakes: Shimano hydraulic disc brakes for reliable braking performance in all conditions
- Wheels & Tyres: Bontrager Paradigm SL Tubeless Ready wheels paired with Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite 700x28 mm tyres
Product Overview
The Trek Madone SL 5 Gen 8 brings advanced race-bike technology to a more accessible price point. Designed for riders who want aerodynamic performance without the premium cost of a top-tier superbike, it blends low weight, fast handling and comfort for racing, sportives and hard training rides. The aero carbon frame helps reduce drag, while IsoFlow technology improves comfort on longer efforts. Shimano 105 mechanical shifting keeps things dependable and race-ready, and the tubeless-ready wheelset adds speed, puncture resistance and versatility for a wide range of road conditions.
Specifications
- Frame: 500 Series OCLV Carbon, Full System Foil tube shaping, IsoFlow seat tube, RCS Headset System, electronic or mechanical routing, removable aero chain keeper, T47 BB, flat mount disc, UDH, 142x12 mm thru axle
- Fork: Madone Gen 8 full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, internal brake routing, flat mount disc, 12x100 mm chamfered thru axle
- Front Wheel: Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 21 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle
- Front Hub: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle
- Rear Rim: Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve
- Spokes: 14 g stainless steel, black
- Tyres: Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x28 mm
- Max Tyre Size: 32 mm
- Shifters: Shimano 105 R7120, 12-speed
- Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 R7100, braze-on, down swing
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 R7100, 36T max cog
- Crankset: Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34T; crank length varies by frame size
- Bottom Bracket: Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing
- Cassette: Shimano 105 7101, 11-34, 12-speed
- Chain: Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
- Max Chainring Size: 1x: 54T, 2x: 56/43
- Saddle: Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails; width varies by frame size
- Seatpost: Madone aero carbon seat post, 0 mm offset; length varies by frame size
- Handlebar: Bontrager Comp alloy road handlebar; width varies by frame size
- Stem: Trek RCS Pro, -7 degree; length varies by frame size
- Brake Rotors: Shimano RT70, CentreLock, 160 mm
- Max Rotor Size: 180 mm front, 160 mm rear
Ideal For
- Road racing and fast club rides
- Sportives and endurance road events
- Riders wanting aero performance at a more accessible price
What’s Included
- 1 × Trek Madone SL 5 Gen 8 Hex Blue road bike
Care & Notes
Assembly and final safety checks may be required before riding. Some components and dimensions vary by frame size, including crank length, saddle width, seatpost length, handlebar width and stem length. Tubeless-ready wheels may require additional valves, sealant and setup if converting from inner tubes. Regular servicing is recommended to keep the bike performing at its best.
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