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Overview
Features
Specs
Sizing
Geometry

It's so perfect

You're after a carbon gravel bike built for adventure, with the flexibility to upgrade components as you go. The gravel-smoothing IsoSpeed technology helps absorb the roughness of the terrain, allowing you to ride comfortably and longer. With multiple mounts for gear and hydration, this bike is perfect for exploring off the beaten path while providing room for future upgrades.

The technology you get

The bike features a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame paired with a carbon fork, offering both lightweight performance and durability. It includes internal downtube storage, multiple frame and fork mounts, and accommodates up to 50 mm tyres (measured). The 12-speed SRAM Apex XPLR AXS wireless drivetrain ensures precise shifting, while hydraulic disc brakes deliver reliable stopping power. It also comes with a carbon seat post and Tubeless Ready Bontrager Paradigm SL wheels with 42 mm tyres for added grip and comfort on gravel terrain.

Generally

When you're set to embark on an adventure down unfamiliar paths, the Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is your go-to choice. This gravel bike offers the perfect mix of affordability and performance, thanks to its dependable components and a frame designed with comfort-focused, road-smoothing technology for long and enjoyable rides.

 

Why would you love it?

When you're set to embark on an adventure down unfamiliar paths, the Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is your go-to choice. This gravel bike offers the perfect mix of affordability and performance, thanks to its dependable components and a frame designed with comfort-focused, road-smoothing technology for long and enjoyable rides.

The Walkthrough

IsoSpeed comfort tech

IsoSpeed comfort tech

IsoSpeed comfort technology absorbs potholes and road bumps, reducing fatigue and allowing you to ride longer and stronger with ease.

 
New Gravel Endurance geometry

New Gravel Endurance geometry

The updated Gravel Endurance geometry offers a relaxed, upright riding position, ensuring comfort even on your longest and most strenuous adventures.

 
Bigger in-frame storage

Bigger in-frame storage

Expanded internal frame storage and a wider access door make it easy to carry all of your flat repair supplies on the bike, so you're ready for any problems on the gravel road.

 

*Please note – spec applies to all sizes unless listed separately

Frame
500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, hidden mudguard mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, RCS Headset System, invisible cable routing, T47, flat-mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12 mm chamfered thru axle
Fork
Checkpoint full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, mudguard mounts, triple rack mounts, flat-mount disc, 12x100 mm chamfered thru axle

Weight
ML – 9.50 kg/20.95 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes)
Weight limit
This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg (275 lb).

Battery
SRAM AXS battery pack (with charger)

Rear derailleur
SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS, 44T max cog
*Crank
Size: XS, S
SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 165 mm length
Size: M
SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 170 mm length
Size: ML, L
SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 172.5 mm length
Size: XL
SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 175 mm length
Bottom bracket
SRAM DUB Wide, T47 threaded, internal bearing
Cassette
SRAM XPLR PG-1231, 11-44, 12-speed
Chain
SRAM Apex, 12-speed
Max. chainring size
1x:44 2x: 46/30

Wheel front
Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 21 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle
Hub front
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle
Skewer front
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle
Hub rear
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle
Skewer rear
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever
*Rim
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL
Bontrager Paradigm 23, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 23 mm width, Presta valve
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL
Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve
Spokes
14 g stainless steel, black
Tyre
Bontrager Girona RSL, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 220 tpi, 700x42 mm
Tyre part
Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Rim strip
Bontrager TLR
Max tyre size
50 mm without mudguards, 42 mm with mudguards (as measured, see manual for details)

*Saddle
Size: XS, S
Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 155 mm width
Size: M, ML, L, XL
Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145 mm width
Seatpost
Bontrager carbon, 27.2 mm, 8 mm offset, 330 mm length
*Handlebar
Size: XS
Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 40 cm width
Size: S, M
Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 42 cm width
Size: ML, L
Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 44 cm width
Size: XL
Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 46 cm width
Handlebar tape
Bontrager Supertack Perf tape
*Stem
Size: XS
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length
Size: S
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length
Size: M, ML
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length
Size: L
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length
Size: XL
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 100 mm length
Brake rotor
SRAM Paceline, rounded, CentreLock, 160 mm
Rotor size
Max brake rotor sizes: 180 mm front and rear

Size

XS

S

M

ML

L

XL

Rider Height

143 - 158 cm

4'8" - 5'2"

158 - 162 cm

5'2" - 5'4"

162 - 173 cm

5'4" - 5'8"

173 - 179 cm

5'8" - 5'10"

179 - 188 cm

5'10" - 6'2"

188 - 213 cm

6'2" - 7'0"

Inseam

67 - 74 cm

26" - 29"

74 - 76 cm

29" - 30"

76 - 81 cm

30" - 32"

81 - 84 cm

32" - 33"

84 - 88 cm

33" - 35"

88 - 100 cm

35" - 39"

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