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It's just too perfect - Madone SL 6 Gen 8 - 2025

You’re seeking a lightweight road race bike that delivers top performance without the high-end price tag. Ideal for racing, club rides, or solo climbs, you want a bike that excels in both climbing efficiency and aerodynamics. You value the dependable performance of Shimano's 105 group set, but also want the quick, precise shifting of Di2 electronic technology.

Technology you get

An ultra-light OCLV 500 Carbon frame with aerodynamic tubing and IsoFlow comfort technology. It features a 2x12 Shimano 105 Di2 electronic drivetrain for precise shifting, benefiting from advanced tech. The bike is finished with Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35 carbon wheels, set up tubeless for added performance.

In general

The Madone SL 6 Gen 8 combines race-ready aerodynamics with lightweight performance at a more accessible price. Featuring a 500-Series OCLV Carbon frame and a reliable Di2 drivetrain, it provides superbike capabilities without the top-end cost. With aero tube shaping and IsoFlow comfort technology, it delivers the same advanced frame tech as its SLR counterpart, keeping you at the forefront of the race.

 

Why would you like it ?

The Madone SL 6 Gen 8 combines race-ready aerodynamics with lightweight performance at a more accessible price. Featuring a 500-Series OCLV Carbon frame and a reliable Di2 drivetrain, it provides superbike capabilities without the top-end cost. With aero tube shaping and IsoFlow comfort technology, it delivers the same advanced frame tech as its SLR counterpart, keeping you at the forefront of the race.

the walktrough

The lightest Madone disc ever

The lightest Madone disc ever

The Gen 8's innovative light and fast aero tube design, combined with the exceptional 900 Series OCLV Carbon, makes it the lightest Madone Disc model to date, as light as the Émonda Disc.

 
Redefines what fast looks like

Redefines what fast looks like

Revolutionizing speed, the new Full System Foil aero tube shapes enhance airflow across the entire bike while preserving the lightweight design that climbers love. Every aspect of the bike's rider system has been meticulously engineered and thoroughly tested to excel in all conditions.

 
80% more vertically compliant IsoFlow

80% more vertically compliant IsoFlow

We’ve enhanced our race-oriented comfort technology to offer 80% more vertical compliance, making it lighter and providing nearly double the comfort. This means you can ride longer and stronger with less fatigue.

 

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

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 - 8.16 kg / 17.99 lbs (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
Shimano BT-DN300
Charger
Charging cable included

Shifter
Shimano 105 R7170 Di2, 12-speed
Front derailleur
Shimano 105 R7150 Di2, braze-on, down swing
Rear derailleur
Shimano 105 R7150 Di2, 36T max cog
*Crank
Size: XS, S
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 165 mm length
Size: M
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 170 mm length
Size: ML, L
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 172.5 mm length
Size: XL
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 175 mm length
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

Wheel front
Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 35 mm rim depth, 100x12 mm thru axle
Wheel rear
Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 35 mm rim depth, Shimano 11/12-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle
Skewer front
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle
Skewer rear
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever
Tyre
Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 170 tpi, 700x28 mm
Tyre part
Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Rim strip
Bontrager TLR
Max tyre size
32 mm (as measured, see manual for details)

*Saddle
Size: XS, S
Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails, 155 mm width
Size: M, ML, L, XL
Bontrager Aeolus Comp, steel rails, 145 mm width
*Seatpost
Size: XS, S, M, XL
Madone aero carbon seat post, 0 mm offset, short length
Size: ML, L
Madone aero carbon seat post, 0 mm offset, long length
*Handlebar
Size: XS
Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 80 mm reach, 121 mm drop, 36 cm control width, 40 cm drop width
Size: S, M
Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 80 mm reach, 121 mm drop, 38 cm control width, 42 cm drop width
Size: ML, L
Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 80 mm reach, 121 mm drop, 40 cm control width, 44 cm drop width
Size: XL
Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8 mm, 80 mm reach, 121 mm drop, 42 cm control width, 46 cm drop width
*Stem
Size: XS
Trek RCS Pro, -7-degree, 80 mm length
Size: S, M
Trek RCS Pro, -7-degree, 90 mm length
Size: ML, L
Trek RCS Pro, -7-degree, 100 mm length
Size: XL
Trek RCS Pro, -7-degree, 110 mm length
Brake rotor
Shimano RT70, CentreLock, 160 mm
Rotor size
Max brake rotor sizes: 180 mm front, 160 mm 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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