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The Checkmate SLR 8 AXS is a carbon gravel race bike built to toe the line and kick up dust on the long and rough road.
The Checkmate SLR 8 AXS is a carbon gravel race bike built to toe the line and kick up dust on the long and rough road.
Trek

Trek Checkmate SLR 8 AXS Gravel Bike In Matte Trek Black/Matte Deep Smoke

£8,500.00
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Trek Checkmate SLR 8 AXS Gravel Bike In Matte Trek Black/Matte Deep Smoke

Season:2025

Brand:Trek

Code:49169BLK

AVAILABLE, TO ORDER, WITH A LEAD TIME OF 51 DAYS


The Checkmate SLR 8 AXS is a carbon gravel race bike built to toe the line and kick up dust on the long and rough road.

To deliver the performance that you crave on race day, the Checkmate combines a lightweight aero design with IsoSpeed and new Gravel Race geometry that keeps you poised for the attack without eating up your energy. It's topped off with a 1x12 previous-generation SRAM RED XPLR AXS wireless drivetrain, carbon wheels and Trek Aero RSL bar/stem for a lightweight build.

It's right for you if...You want to test your mettle at gravel racing's most epic events. You need a bike that delivers aerodynamics and light weight, but not at the cost of your comfort. Performance matters to you, and you want performance components to elevate your ride, like a previous-generation SRAM RED XPLR AXS wireless electronic drivetrain.

The tech you get - A lightweight and aerodynamic 800 Series OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed comfort technology and plenty of mounts to carry race-day essentials. Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V carbon wheels and a Trek Aero RSL carbon bar/stem that keep your ride light and nimble. Plus, a previous-generation 1x12 SRAM RED XPLR AXS drivetrain with wireless shifting that's built for rougher roads.

The final word - If gravel race days are in your future, reach for Checkmate SLR 8 AXS. This lightweight gravel race rig is built to kick up dust on the long road, and deliver aero gains and comfort on the way. It combines new Gravel Race geometry with comfort-focused features, like IsoSpeed vibration-damping tech, to keep you at your prime from start to finish line.

Features:
  • You're after a gravel bike that's made to soar straight off the starting line with Full System Foil aero tube shapes and an aero-yet-ergonomic one-piece bar/stem
  • Comfort isn't kicked to the side, thanks to road-smoothing IsoSpeed tech and clearance room for tyres up to 45 mm wide (as measured)
  • New Gravel Race geometry keeps you tucked out of the wind and poised for the attack without compromising the fit you need for comfort through long miles
  • A premium, ultra-light 800 Series OCLV Carbon frame helps you save energy by reducing road chatter
  • It comes equipped with plenty of mounts to add Adventure Bags and carry all your race-day essentials
Technical Information
  • Frame
    800 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, hidden mudguard mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, invisible cable routing, T47, flat-mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12 mm chamfered thru axle
  • Fork
    Checkmate SLR full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, hidden mudguard mounts, flat-mount disc, 12x100 mm thru axle
  • Wheel Front
    Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 100 x 12 mm thru axle
  • Wheel Rear
    Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, SRAM XD-R driver, 142x12 mm thru axle
  • Skewer Front
    Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever
  • Skewer Rear
    Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever
  • Tyre
    Bontrager Girona RSL GR, Tubeless-Ready, aramid bead, 220 tpi, 700x38 mm
  • Tyre Part
    Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
  • Rim Strip
    Bontrager TLR
  • Max Tyre Size
    45 mm without mudguards
  • Battery
    SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger)
  • Shifter
    SRAM RED eTap AXS, 12-speed
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM RED XPLR eTap AXS, 44T max cog
  • Crank Size XS, S
    SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 165 mm length
  • Crank Size M
    SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 170 mm length
  • Crank Size ML, L
    SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 172.5 mm length
  • Crank Size XL
    SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 175 mm length
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing
  • Cassette
    SRAM XG-1271, 10-44, 12-speed
  • Chain
    SRAM RED D1, 12-speed
  • Max. Chainring Size
    See service manual
  • Saddle Size XS, S
    Bontrager Aeolus P2 Pro, carbon rails, 155 mm width
  • Saddle Size M, ML, L, XL
    Bontrager Aeolus Pro, carbon rails, 145 mm width
  • Seatpost Size XS, S, M
    KVF aero carbon seat post, 5 mm offset, 280 mm length
  • Seatpost Size ML, L, XL
    KVF aero carbon seat post, 5 mm offset, 320 mm length
  • Handlebar/Stem Size XS
    Trek Aero RSL Road integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Race Fit, 80 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 37 cm control width, 40 cm drop width, 70 mm stem length
  • Handlebar/Stem Size S
    Trek Aero RSL Road integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Race Fit, 80 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 39 cm control width, 42 cm drop width, 80 mm stem length
  • Handlebar/Stem Size M
    Trek Aero RSL Road integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Race Fit, 80 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 39 cm control width, 42 cm drop width, 90 mm stem length
  • Handlebar/Stem Size ML, L
    Trek Aero RSL Road integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Race Fit, 80 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 41 cm control width, 44 cm drop width, 100 mm stem length
  • Handlebar/Stem Size XL
    Trek Aero RSL Road integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Race Fit, 80 mm reach, 124 mm drop, 41 cm control width, 44 cm drop width, 110 mm stem length
  • Brake Rotor
    SRAM CentreLine X, CentreLock, round edge, 160 mm
  • Rotor Size
    Max brake rotor sizes: 180mm front and rear
  • Weight
    ML – 8.00 kg/17.64 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).
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