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Overview
Features
Specs
Sizing
Geometry

It is so perfect

Whether you're wearing shorts, tackling a bikepacking journey, or pushing through a tough day of gravel racing, you're set for a great ride. You want a bike that balances speed and comfort, offering endless possibilities for carrying gear and embarking on both gravel races and everyday adventures.

The technology you get

Has a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame featuring damped rear IsoSpeed and carbon armor, paired with progressive geometry for stability at high speeds and efficiency on climbs. It includes internal frame storage, hidden cables that stay out of the way of bags, and integrated mounts on the frame, fork, rack, and mudguards. Additionally, it boasts a carbon fork, a 2x12 Shimano GRX drivetrain with lower gears for tackling hills and rough gravel, and Paradigm SL wheels. Plus, it's compatible with a dropper post for enhanced control on steep descents.

Generally

The Checkpoint SL 5 Gen 2 is lightweight, swiftly, and comfortable, thanks to its OCLV Carbon frame, which includes IsoSpeed for smoothing down uneven terrain and gravel-specific geometry. It also has internal storage and a drivetrain designed specifically for difficult terrain.

 

Why would you prefer it?

The Checkpoint SL 5 Gen 2 is lightweight, swiftly, and comfortable, thanks to its OCLV Carbon frame, which includes IsoSpeed for smoothing down uneven terrain and gravel-specific geometry. It also has internal storage and a drivetrain designed specifically for difficult terrain.

The Walkthrough

New progressive geometry

New progressive geometry

Experience agile and responsive maneuverability that maintains your stability and control even during challenging descents.

 
Tyre clearance

Tyre clearance

With generous tire clearance, you have the freedom to opt for chunkier tires (700x45 mm or 27.5x2.1"), which excel at tackling even the toughest gravel paths and challenging terrain.

 
Shimano GRX

Shimano GRX

The Shimano GRX was meticulously crafted with gravel adventures in mind from the very beginning. Featuring specialized ergonomic design for gravel riding, finely-tuned gear choices, exceptional durability, and a smooth, dependable drivetrain, GRX truly stands out in the realm of bicycle components.

 
Frameset

Frame 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, internal cable routing, downtube storage door, 3S chain keeper, T47 BB, rack and mudguard mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat-mount disc, dropper post compatible, 142x12 mm thru axle
Fork Trek Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle
Frame fit Gravel

Wheels

*Wheel front Size: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 100x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, Black spokes and nipples
Size: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 21 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle
*Wheel rear Size: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 142x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, Black spokes and nipples
Size: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 21 mm rim width, 142x12 mm thru axle
Hub front Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle
Skewer front Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
Hub rear Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle
Skewer rear Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Rim Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve
Tyre Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40 mm
Tyre part Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Rim strip Bontrager TLR
Max tyre size See service manual

Drivetrain

Shifter Shimano GRX hydraulic disc
Front derailleur Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on
Rear derailleur Shimano GRX RX810, long cage, 34T max cog
*Crank Size: 49
Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 165 mm length
Size: 52
Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 170 mm length
Size: 54, 56
Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 172.5 mm length
Size: 58, 61
Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 175 mm length
Bottom bracket Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing
Cassette Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34, 11-speed
Chain Shimano 105 HG601, 11-speed
Max. chainring size 1x: 46T, 2x: 50/37

Components

*Saddle Size: 49, 52
Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails, 155 mm width
Size: 54, 56, 58, 61
Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails, 145 mm width
Seatpost Bontrager carbon, 27.2 mm, 8 mm offset, 330 mm length
*Handlebar Size: 49
Bontrager Elite Gravel, 38 cm width
Size: 52
Bontrager Elite Gravel, 40 cm width
Size: 54, 56
Bontrager Elite Gravel, 42 cm width
Size: 58, 61
Bontrager Elite Gravel, 44 cm width
Handlebar tape Bontrager Supertack Perf tape
*Stem Size: 49
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length
Size: 52, 54
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length
Size: 56, 58
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length
Size: 61
Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 100 mm length
Brake Shimano RX400 hydraulic disc
Brake rotor Shimano RT70, CentreLock, 160 mm
Rotor size Max brake rotor sizes: 160mm front & rear

Accessories

Bag Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag

Weight

Weight 56 - 9.70 kg/21.39 lbs
Weight limit This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg (275 lb).

We reserve the right to make changes to the product information contained on this site at any time without notice, including with respect to equipment, specifications, models, colors, materials, and pricing. Due to supply chain issues, compatible parts may be substituted at any time without notice. Prices shown are manufacturer's suggested retail prices.

Weights are based off pre-production products at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.

All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise stated.

Sizing table
Frame size number Wheel size A — Seat tube B — Seat tube angle C — Head tube length D — Head angle E — Effective top tube G — Bottom bracket drop H — Chainstay length I — Offset J — Trail K — Wheelbase L — Standover M — Frame reach N — Frame stack Stem length
49 cm 700c 49.0 74.1° 9.0 71.2° 54.1 7.8 43.5 4.5 7.4 102.5 73.5 39.3 53.8 70.0
52 cm 700c 52.0 73.7° 10.5 71.6° 55.5 7.8 43.5 4.5 7.1 103.3 76.5 39.9 55.3 80.0
54 cm 700c 54.0 73.2° 12.5 71.8° 57.0 7.6 43.5 4.5 7.0 104.1 78.9 40.3 57.1 80.0
56 cm 700c 56.0 72.8° 14.5 72.2° 58.4 7.6 43.5 4.5 6.7 104.8 80.9 40.7 59.2 90.0
58 cm 700c 58.0 72.5° 16.5 72.3° 59.7 7.4 43.5 4.5 6.6 105.8 82.9 41.1 60.9 90.0
61 cm 700c 61.0 72.1° 19.5 72.6° 61.7 7.4 43.5 4.5 6.5 107.0 85.9 41.7 63.9 100.0

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