Trek Madone SL 5 8th Gen Shimano 105 12-speed Paradigm 23 Gloss Crystal White/Matte Deep Smoke 2026 road bike

The Madone SL 5 Gen 8 combines competition technology with affordability. Designed around a 500 Series OCLV carbon frame with Full System Foil aerodynamic tubes, optimised for speed and stiffness, while incorporating IsoFlow technology for ideal comfort. This model features a high-performance, reliable Shimano 105 12-speed mechanical drivetrain with a compact 50/34T crankset, 11-34T cassette and hydraulic STI shifters for smooth handling.Bontrager Paradigm SL 23 Tubeless Ready wheels (23 mm rim) and Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite 700×28 mm tyres ensure grip, efficiency and puncture resistance. Weighing 8.7 kg in size ML, the Madone SL 5 offers lightness and efficiency, while remaining more accessible than high-end models. Its race-ready yet comfortable geometry is suited to modern competitive cyclists, combined with clean internal routing via a two-piece cockpit for controlled aerodynamics. Technical specifications Frame & Fork:

- Frame: 500 Series OCLV Carbon | Full System Foil | IsoFlow | internal routing | T47 bottom bracket | 12×142 mm axle
- Fork: Madone Gen 8 carbon | 12×100 mm axle | Flat Mount brake

Drivetrain:

- Shifters: Shimano 105 R7120, 12-speed hydraulic
- Derailleurs: Shimano 105 R7100 (front & rear, max 34T) - Crankset: Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34T (lengths according to size)- Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-R7101, 11-34T
- Chain: Shimano SLX M7100 (12 speeds)

Braking:

- Shimano 105 RT70 hydraulic disc brakes, 160 mm rotors (CenterLock)

Wheels & Tyres:

- Rims: Bontrager Paradigm SL 23 mm, Tubeless Ready
- Hubs: Formula CL-712 / RXC-142S, 12×100 & 12×142 mm
- Tyres: Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite 700×28 mm (compatible up to 32 mm)

Components:

- Handlebar: Bontrager Comp alloy 31.8 mm (80 mm reach / 121 mm drop)
- Stem: Trek RCS Pro, -7° (length according to size)
- Saddle: Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails (145–155 mm)
- Seatpost: Madone aero carbon 0 mm offset

General information:

- Bike weight: 8.7 kg (size ML without pedals)
- Load limit: 125 kg
- Sizes: XS / S / M / ML / L / XL
- Colours: Gloss Crystal White / Matte Deep Smoke
- Brand: Trek