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This Trek Madone SL 5 Gen 8 is offered in size L only, designed for riders from 179 to 188 cm: OCLV Series 500 carbon frame, mechanical Shimano 105 2x12 and 28 mm Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite tyres, for 8.64 kg in size ML according to Trek. On this colourway, the Trek spec sheet lists a 50/34 chainset with 172.5 mm cranks, a length appreciated by riders with long legs. The Matte Lavender Haze/Deep Smoke paintwork pairs a matt lavender mauve with a very dark smoked grey.
| Frame | OCLV Series 500 carbon, Full System Foil tubes, IsoFlow, RCS headset, T47 threaded bottom bracket, UDH hanger, tyres up to 32 mm |
| Fork | Madone Gen 8 full carbon, carbon tapered steerer, Flat Mount, 12x100 mm thru axle |
| Drivetrain | Shimano 105 R7100 mechanical 2x12, 50/34 chainset (length depends on size), 11-34 cassette |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes, Flat Mount callipers, Shimano 160 mm Centerlock rotors |
| Wheels / tyres | Bontrager alloy hubs, Paradigm 23 Tubeless Ready rims / Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite 700x28 mm Tubeless Ready |
| Cockpit | Bontrager Comp alloy handlebar, Trek RCS Pro -7° stem, lengths depend on size, internal cable routing |
| Saddle / seatpost | Bontrager Aeolus Elite 145 mm / Madone aero seatpost, 0 mm setback |
| Weight | 8.64 kg in size ML (Trek figure) |
| Max. weight | 125 kg (rider, bike and luggage) |
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At a glance
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For a tall, lean rider looking for a ready-to-ride carbon race bike in their size, who prefers an original colour to the usual blacks and whites. It suits the sporty rider who alternates sportives and long weekend rides in the hinterland.
OCLV carbon, Trek's signature. Since 1992, Trek has moulded its frames in OCLV, a carbon whose sheets are pressed and heated until all internal air pockets are eliminated. The series number reflects how refined the lay-up is: the higher it goes, the fewer fibres are needed to reach the target stiffness. The Madone SL 5 gets OCLV 500, Trek's entry point into road carbon, but with exactly the same tube shapes as the SLR models, and the Trek lifetime warranty on the frame.
| OCLV 500 (Madone SL) | OCLV 900 (Madone SLR) | SL / SLR difference | |
| Level | Trek's entry-level road carbon | Trek's most advanced carbon | Same frame design, same aero |
| Construction | OCLV process, slightly more material | 3D moulding, fewer overlaps | OCLV 900 up to 20% stronger than OCLV 800 |
| Reference bike | Madone SL 5: 8.64 kg (ML) | Madone SLR 7: 7.52 kg (ML) | 1.12 kg, including 271 g on frame + fork |
| What it means | Separate bar and stem, easy to adjust | One-piece Aero RSL carbon bar/stem | The rest of the gap comes from the wheels and groupset |
Put simply: on the SL 5, the difference from an SLR is measured on the scales, not in the wind. The aerodynamic profile is the same; you are simply carrying some 270 g more on the frame and fork, a gap that only a very fussy climber will notice.
On an L frame, a 40 cm handlebar and 100 mm stem already give generous reach; if you have broad shoulders or long arms, we can adapt the cockpit, since the bar and stem are separate on the Madone SL models. The 172.5 mm cranks give slightly more leverage than the 170 mm often fitted on this size.
The R3 Hard-Case Lite tyres, with their 170 tpi casing and puncture protection, prioritise supple rolling and peace of mind on the gravelly roads coming down from the Espinouse. They are Tubeless Ready, just like the Paradigm rims: going tubeless further reduces the risk of punctures.
| Model | Carbon | Drivetrain | Wheels | Weight (size) |
| Madone SL 5 | OCLV 500 | Shimano 105 mechanical 2x12 | Paradigm 23 alloy | 8.64 kg (ML) |
| Madone SL 5 Pro | OCLV 500 | Shimano 105 mechanical 2x12 | Aeolus Elite 48 carbon | 8.44 kg (ML) |
| Madone SL 6 | OCLV 500 | Shimano 105 Di2 2x12 | Aeolus Elite 50 carbon | 8.16 kg (ML) |
| Madone SL 7 | OCLV 500 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 2x12 | Aeolus Pro 51 carbon | 7.87 kg (ML) |
Our take: with the same frame, the SL 5 Pro saves 200 g thanks to its 48 mm carbon wheels. For a tall rider, the weight of the bike matters less than the right size: a well-fitted SL 5 is better than a higher-spec model in the wrong size.
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LVR sizing advice This colourway is only available in size L. Between ML and L, inseam and back flexibility make the difference: come and confirm your size in store before ordering.
Source: Trek size guide. Bike fitting available in our Béziers shop. |
| Only in size L? | Yes for this colourway; the other sizes are available in the other colours. |
| I am 1.80 m: ML or L? | It depends on your inseam and flexibility: the bike fit decides. |
| Why 172.5 mm cranks? | That is the length Trek lists for this colourway in size L. |
| Going tubeless? | Yes, the rims and R3 tyres are Tubeless Ready. |
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The LVR Cycles verdict A great opportunity for a tall rider who wants a carbon Madone in an unusual colour. Just check with us that size L suits your build.
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Why buy from LVR Cycles? In our Béziers shop, we confirm your size with a bike fit, then adjust the stem and saddle height before handing the bike over.
Please note that the specifications may be changed without prior notice by the manufacturer, based on the availability of components and other factors.
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Carbon aero road bike Trek Madone SL 5 lavender haze in size L: 105 2x12, 28 mm R3 tyres, 8.64 kg in ML
