The Madone SL 5 Gen 8 is a lightweight aero road bike that brings elite racing tech to a lower price point
It offers similar aero benefits to the pricier Madone SLR Gen 8, but with a more economical OCLV 500 Carbon lay-up and two-piece cockpit with hidden cable routing. It's built to race, with geometry that keeps you quick on the sprints yet in control on fast descents. A Shimano 105 group set keeps the price down while still delivering clean mechanical shifting you can trust.
It's right for you if...
You want a featherweight road race bike without top-end race pricing. You're up for racing, club rides or solo spins up winding canyons, and don't want to compromise between climbing efficiency and aerodynamics. You're happy with more economical components that help you get on your dream bike faster.
The tech you get
An ultra-light OCLV 500 Carbon frame with aero tubing and IsoFlow comfort technology. A 2x12 Shimano 105 group set that delivers clean mechanical shifts without the faff of electronic group sets. Tubeless wheels that help fight punctures while reducing rolling resistance, and hydraulic disc brakes.
Why you'll love it
The final word
The Madone SL 5 Gen 8 is the perfect bike for someone looking for superbike performance at a lower price point. It offers the same frame tech as its SLR sibling, like aero tube shaping and lightweight IsoFlow comfort tech, but with a more economical build that leaves budget to spare for race entry fees and bike trips.
****NOTE: This bike is available for purchase online, but must
be picked up from an approved store.| 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, 12x100mm chamfered thru axle |
| weight | ML - 8.70 kg (with tubes) |
| weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg |
| shifter | Shimano 105 R7120, 12-speed |
| front derailleur | Shimano 105 R7100, braze-on, down swing |
| rear derailleur | Shimano 105 R7100, 36T max cog |
| crank | Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34 |
| crank arm length | S - 165mm / M - 170mm / ML, L - 172.5mm / XL - 175mm |
| 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 |
| hub front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle |
| skewer front | Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
| skewer rear | Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
| rim | Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve |
| spokes | 14 g stainless steel, black |
| tyre | Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x28 mm |
| max tyre size | 32 mm (as measured, see manual for details) |
| saddle | Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails |
| seatpost | Madone aero carbon seat post, 0 mm offset |
| handlebar | Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 80 mm reach, 121 mm drop |
| handlebar width (controls) | S, M - 38cm / ML, L - 40cm / XL - 42cm |
| handlebar tape | Trek EcoTack, black |
| stem | Trek RCS Pro, -7-degree |
| stem length | S, M - 90mm / ML, L - 100mm / XL - 110mm |
| brake rotor | Shimano RT70, CentreLock, 160 mm |
| max brake rotor sizes | 180 mm front, 160 mm rear |
| Frame Material | Carbon |
| Fork Material | Carbon |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Groupset Brand | Shimano |
| Groupset Model | 105 |
| Shifting Type | Mechanical |
| Pedals Included | No |
| Drivetrain Gearing | 2 x 12 |
| Ride Style | Aero Race |
| 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, 12x100mm chamfered thru axle |
| Weight | ML - 8.70 kg (with tubes) |
| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg |
| Shifter | Shimano 105 R7120, 12-speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7100, braze-on, down swing |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7100, 36T max cog |
| CRANK | Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34 |
| Crank arm length | S - 165mm / M - 170mm / ML, L - 172.5mm / XL - 175mm |
| 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 |
| Hub Front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer front | Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
| Rim | Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve |
| SPOKES | 14 g stainless steel, black |
| Tyre | Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x28 mm |
| MAX TYRE SIZE | 32 mm (as measured, see manual for details) |
| Saddle | Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails |
| Seatpost | Madone aero carbon seat post, 0 mm offset |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 80 mm reach, 121 mm drop |
| Handlebar width (controls) | S, M - 38cm / ML, L - 40cm / XL - 42cm |
| HANDLEBAR TAPE | Trek EcoTack, black |
| Stem | Trek RCS Pro, -7-degree |
| Stem Length | S, M - 90mm / ML, L - 100mm / XL - 110mm |
| BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano RT70, CentreLock, 160 mm |
| Max brake rotor sizes | 180 mm front, 160 mm rear |
* 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.
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