Trek Madone SL 7 Gen 8 - Gloss Crystal White/Matte Deep Smoke

The Madone SL 7 Gen 8 is a race-ready aero road bike built to deliver elite, performance-driven results. Utilizing Trek's advanced Full System Foil tube profiling and compliance-boosting IsoFlow seat tube technology, its 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame balances ultra-fast aerodynamics with surprising compliance over long, demanding miles. Outfitted with a premium race build, the SL 7 features lightning-fast Shimano Ultegra Di2 wireless electronic shifting, highly responsive Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51 carbon wheels, and an OCLV carbon aero handlebar. It is the definitive choice for competitive riders who refuse to compromise on speed, weight, or ergonomics.

Specifications

Frameset & Aerodynamics

• Frame: 500 Series OCLV Carbon, revolutionary Full System Foil aerodynamic tube shaping, integrated compliance-enhancing IsoFlow seat tube architecture, RCS Headset System, electronic or mechanical internal routing pathways, removable aero chain keeper, T47 bottom bracket, flat-mount disc brake interface, Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH), 142x12mm thru-axle setup.

• Fork: Madone Gen 8 full carbon construction, aerodynamic tapered carbon steerer tube, fully integrated internal brake line routing, flat-mount disc, stable 12x100mm chamfered thru-axle layout.

• Frame Clearance: High-volume clearance optimized for up to 32mm maximum measured tyre width.

Drivetrain & Electronic Shifting (Shimano Ultegra Di2 2x12)

• Shifters: Shimano Ultegra Di2 (R8170), wireless electronic dual-control 12-speed levers.

• Front Derailleur: Shimano Ultegra Di2 (R8150), braze-on mount, fast down-swing electronic actuation.

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Ultegra Di2 (R8150) 12-speed with maximum 34T cog capacity.

• Cassette: Shimano Ultegra (R8101), 12-speed, versatile 11-34T climbing ratio profile.

• Chain: Shimano Ultegra / XT (M8100) 12-speed high-durability chain.

• Crankset: Shimano Ultegra (R8100), compact 50/34T chainring setup.

  • Crank Arm Length by Size: XS, S: 165mm | M, ML: 170mm | L, XL: 172.5mm.

• Bottom Bracket: Praxis T47 threaded, premium internal bearing layout.

• E-System Battery: Shimano BT-DN300 internal seatpost lithium-ion battery.

• Drivetrain Tuning Limits: Maximum 1x chainring limit: 54T | Maximum 2x chainring limit: 56/43T.

Brakes & Control

• Braking System: Shimano Ultegra hydraulic flat-mount road disc brake calipers.

• Rotors: Shimano CL800 CentreLock disc rotors; 160mm front / 160mm rear (Maximum permitted safety limits: 180mm front, 160mm rear).

Wheels & Premium Tyres

• Front Wheel: Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready (TLR), 51mm deep aero profile, 100x12mm thru-axle interface.

• Rear Wheel: Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready (TLR), 51mm rim depth, robust Shimano 11/12-speed compatible freehub, 142x12mm thru-axle interface.

• Thru-Axles: Bontrager Switch chamfered thru-axles (rear setup features a convenient removable tool lever).

• Tyres: Bontrager Aeolus Pro, Tubeless Ready (TLR), aramid folding bead, supple 120 TPI casing, 700x28mm low-resistance road profile.

• Included Tubeless Kit: Pre-installed Bontrager TLR rim strips and 180 ml / 6 oz of Bontrager TLR performance liquid tyre sealant.

Cockpit & Ergonomics

• Handlebars: Bontrager Aero Pro, OCLV Carbon, compact 31.8mm clamp, dedicated internal Di2 routing channels, 80mm reach, aerodynamic 124mm drop. Features narrow hood measurements for reduced drag:

  • XS: 35cm hoods / 38cm drops

  • S: 37cm hoods / 40cm drops

  • M, ML, L: 39cm hoods / 42cm drops

  • XL: 41cm hoods / 44cm drops

• Handlebar Tape: Trek EcoTack high-traction compound.

• Stem: Trek RCS Pro integrated stem system, -7-degree rise profile.

  • Stem Length by Size: XS: 80mm | S, M: 90mm | ML, L: 100mm | XL: 110mm.

• Seatpost: Madone aero carbon integrated seatpost wedge, 0mm offset design, short length configuration.

• Saddle: Bontrager Aeolus Elite short-nose saddle, high-compliance austenite rails, comfortable 145mm width profile.

Sizing & Structural Weights

• Base Build Weight: 7.87 kg / 17.36 lbs (Measured on a Size ML frame assembly, set up tubeless with TLR sealant, no inner tubes).

• Maximum Weight Capacity: Structural weight limit of 125 kg / 275 lbs total combined mass (includes the combined weight of the bicycle, rider, and all mounted nutrition/on-bike storage cargo).

Please Note: Components and frame specifications are subject to running factory parts substitutions by the manufacturer based on global component availability. Final retail production weights can vary slightly across frame sizing, paint finishes, and secondary protective frame hardware outfitting.