Massive clearance means you can use tyres up to 45c for extra traction and stability
Excels at gravel racing, adventure road riding, bikepacking and more
Made of carbon and spec'd with parts that stand up to the most rugged terrain
Checkpoint SL 6 is a carbon gravel bike without limits. It's designed to take you places you'd never reach on a standard road bike – like the mud-caked finish line of the world's greatest gravel races. A lightweight OCLV Carbon frame with gravel-smoothing IsoSpeed, a Shimano GRX drive train and extra mounts for gear and accessories make this bike a true gravel powerhouse and a great choice for serious all-road adventurers.
It's right for you if...
You have big dreams for the likes of Dirty Kanza, Land Run 100 and Trans Iowa, and know you'll need the most dialled gravel bike for these epic adventures. You also love the idea of one bike with such incredible versatility that it excels at gravel racing, adventure road riding, bikepacking and whatever kind of ride you feel like tackling next.
The tech you get
A 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with Rear IsoSpeed, a Shimano GRX drive train with a wide-range cassette, powerful hydraulic disc brakes, Bontrager Paradigm Comp Disc wheels with 25mm inner width rims and wide 700x40c gravel tyres that provide extra traction and stability, and a vibration-absorbing handlebar.
The final word
A carbon gravel bike built for the longest days, roughest roads and biggest adventures. It's light, fast, comfortable and spec'd with parts that stand up to the most rugged terrain.
Why you'll love it
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****NOTE: This bike is available for purchase online, but must be picked up from an approved store.frame | 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, 3S chain keeper, rack and mudguard mounts, |
fork | Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, mudguard mounts, flat-mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
front wheel | Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle |
rear wheel | Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25mm rim width, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12 thru axle |
tyre | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40c |
shifter | Shimano GRX RX810, 11 speed |
front derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on |
rear derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, long cage, 34T max cog |
crank | Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31 |
bottom bracket | Trek BB90 |
cassette | Shimano Ultegra HG800-11, 11-34, 11-speed |
chain | Shimano Ultegra HG701, 11-speed |
saddle | Bontrager Arvada Comp, steel rails, 138mm width |
seatpost | Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 20mm offset, short length (bike sizes 49-56), long length (58) |
handlebar | Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, 93mm reach, 123mm drop, width - 38cm (bike size 49), 40cm (52), 42cm (54, 56), 44c |
handlebar tape | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
stem | Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree |
headset | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
brake | Shimano GRX hydraulic disc |
brake rotor | Shimano RT800, 160mm, CentreLock |
weight | 9.11kg / 20.08lbs |
weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125kg (275lb) |
Ride Style | Gravel |
Fork Material | Carbon |
Frame Material | Carbon |
Groupset Brand | Shimano |
Groupset Model | GRX |
Pedals Included | No |
FRAME | 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, 3S chain keeper, rack and mudguard mounts, |
Fork | Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, mudguard mounts, flat-mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
FRONT WHEEL | Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle |
REAR WHEEL | Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25mm rim width, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12 thru axle |
Tyre | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40c |
Shifter | Shimano GRX RX810, 11 speed |
Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, long cage, 34T max cog |
CRANK | Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31 |
Bottom Bracket | Trek BB90 |
Cassette | Shimano Ultegra HG800-11, 11-34, 11-speed |
Chain | Shimano Ultegra HG701, 11-speed |
Saddle | Bontrager Arvada Comp, steel rails, 138mm width |
Seatpost | Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 20mm offset, short length (bike sizes 49-56), long length (58) |
Handlebar | Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, 93mm reach, 123mm drop, width - 38cm (bike size 49), 40cm (52), 42cm (54, 56), 44c |
HANDLEBAR TAPE | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
Stem | Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree |
Headset | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
BRAKE | Shimano GRX hydraulic disc |
BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano RT800, 160mm, CentreLock |
Weight | 9.11kg / 20.08lbs |
Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125kg (275lb) |
Tyre clearance | Massive clearance means you can use tyres up to 45c for extra traction and stability |
Dialled adventurer | Excels at gravel racing, adventure road riding, bikepacking and more |
Great build | Made of carbon and spec'd with parts that stand up to the most rugged terrain |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.