Trek Madone SL 6 8th Gen SRAM Rival AXS 12-speed Aeolus Elite 50 Gloss Dark Star 2026 road bike

The Trek Madone SL 6 AXS Gen 8 strikes the perfect balance between racing performance and accessibility. This aerodynamic road bike incorporates top-tier technologies, whilst keeping costs down through the use of 500 Series OCLV carbon, which is more affordable yet still rigid, lightweight and efficient. A direct descendant of the Madone SLR, this model offers a fast and smooth platform, designed for cyclists who want to push their limits without breaking the bank. The SRAM Rival AXS 2x12-speed electronic groupset delivers instant, precise and smooth wireless gear changes, even at full intensity. This smart system allows for customisation via the AXS app, delivering a responsive drivetrain that meets the most demanding expectations.

The Bontrager Aeolus Elite 50 Tubeless Ready carbon wheels provide a real aerodynamic advantage and contribute to a sense of speed from the very first pedal stroke. Their 50 mm profile makes it easy to maintain a high speed whilst retaining stability and manoeuvrability. To keep costs down without compromising on quality, this model features a robust and comfortable aluminium cockpit, ensuring precise control of the bike, even on fast descents or during powerful accelerations. IsoFlow technology, integrated into the rear of the frame, improves vertical compliance, reduces aerodynamic drag and absorbs road irregularities, for a smoother ride over long distances.

Technical specifications

Frame & Fork:
- Frame: OCLV Carbon 500 series, Full System Foil tube shape, IsoFlow seat tube, RCS headset, electronic or mechanical routing, removable aerodynamic chain guard, T47 bottom bracket, Flat Mount disc brakes, universal derailleur hanger (UDH), 142 x 12 mm thru-axle
- Fork: 8th-gen Madone full carbon, carbon tapered steerer tube, internal brake cable routing, Flat-Mount disc brakes, 12x100 mm threaded thru-axles

Drivetrain:
- Shifters: SRAM Rival AXS, 12-speed
- Front derailleur: SRAM Rival AXS, braze-on
- Rear derailleur: SRAM Rival AXS, max 36-tooth sprocket
- Crankset: SRAM Rival AXS, 48/35, DUB (165 mm for XS, S / 170 mm for M, ML / 172.5 mm for L, XL)
- Cassette: SRAM XG-1250, 10-36, 12-speed
- Chain: SRAM Rival, 12-speed
- Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing

Braking:
- Brakes: Shimano CL800, Centerlock, with 160 mm discs (front and rear)

Wheels & Tyres:
- Wheels: Bontrager Aeolus Elite 50, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 50 mm rim depth,
- Tyres: Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite, tubeless-ready, aramid bead, 170 tpi, 700x28 mm

Components:
- Handlebar: Bontrager Comp alloy 31.8 mm (reach 80 mm, drop 121 mm) (Axle-to-axle length: 36 cm for size XS / 38 cm for sizes S, M / 40 cm for sizes ML, L / 42 cm for size XL)
- Stem: Trek RCS Pro – -7° angle (Length: 80 mm for size XS / 90 mm for sizes S, M / 100 mm for sizes ML, L / 110 mm for size XL)
- Saddle: Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails, width 145 mm
- Seatpost: Madone Aero Carbon, 0 mm offset
- Handlebar tape: Trek EcoTack black

General information:
- Weight: 8.11 kg (size ML)
- Max load: 125 kg (bike + rider + accessories)
- Sizes: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL
- Colour: Gloss Dark Star
- Brand: Trek