Trek Domane SL6 Short Review | Ultimate Sportive Bike | Bike review

It's right for you if...
Every ride might start on the road, but that doesn't mean it'll end there. You want a ride that balances versatility, comfort and speed. Looks are important, but so is the precision shifting of the electronic Shimano 105 Di2 drivetrain and the reliability of hydraulic disc brakes. Finished off with a carbon frame and rear IsoSpeed, you know that every ride is going to be a dream.
The tech you get
A light and refined 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with road-smoothing rear IsoSpeed, powerful flat-mount disc brakes and a full 2x12 Shimano 105 Di2 wireless electronic drivetrain. Plus, Bontrager Paradigm Comp tubeless-ready wheels, an integrated cockpit and internal storage and cable routing that add to the bike's capability and sleek look. An added top tube mounts let you secure bags for longer rides without bulky straps and bungees.
The final word
All the road-smoothing benefits of a carbon Domane, with a wireless Shimano 105 Di2 group set and the extra stopping power of hydraulic disc brakes. This bike is comfortable, fast, light and ready for adventure - with lofty 38 mm tyre clearance that keeps you floating on tarmac roads and light gravel alike
Frame 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, internal storage, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, mudguard mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12 mm thru axle
Frame fit Endurance
Wheels
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Wheel front Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle
Wheel rear Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, Shimano 11/12-speed freehub, 142x12 thru axle
Hub front Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle
Skewer front Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Hub rear Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, Shimano 11/12-speed freehub, 142x12 thru axle
Skewer rear Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
Rim Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, Tubeless-Ready, 25 mm rim width
Tyre Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x32 c
Tyre part Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
Rim strip Bontrager TLR
Max tyre size 38c without mudguards, 35c with mudguards
Drivetrain
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Shifter Shimano 105 R7170, 12-speed
*Crank Size: 44, 47
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 165 mm length
Size: 50, 52
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 170 mm length
Size: 54, 56
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 172.5 mm length
Size: 58, 60, 62
Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34, 175 mm length
Bottom bracket Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing
Cassette Shimano 105 7100, 11-34, 12-speed
Chain Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Max. chainring size 2x: 52/36
Components
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*Saddle Size: 44, 47, 50, 52
Bontrager Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 155 mm width
Size: 54, 56, 58, 60, 62
Bontrager Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145 mm width
*Seatpost Size: 44, 47, 50, 52, 54, 56
Domane carbon seat post, KVF shaping, 20 mm offset, 280 mm length
Size: 58, 60, 62
Domane carbon seat post, KVF shaping, 20 mm offset, 320 mm length
*Handlebar Size: 44, 47
Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8 mm, internal Di2 routing, 75 mm reach, 128 mm drop, 36 cm width
Size: 50
Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8 mm, internal Di2 routing, 75 mm reach, 128 mm drop, 38 cm width
Size: 52
Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8 mm, internal Di2 routing, 75 mm reach, 128 mm drop, 40 cm width
Size: 54, 56
Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8 mm, internal Di2 routing, 75 mm reach, 128 mm drop, 42 cm width
Size: 58, 60, 62
Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8 mm, internal Di2 routing, 75 mm reach, 128 mm drop, 44 cm width
Handlebar tape Bontrager Supertack Perf tape
*Stem Size: 44
Bontrager RCS Pro, -7-degree, 60 mm length
Size: 47
Bontrager RCS Pro, -7-degree, 70 mm length
Size: 50
Bontrager RCS Pro, -7-degree, 80 mm length
Size: 52, 54
Bontrager RCS Pro, -7-degree, 90 mm length
Size: 56, 58
Bontrager RCS Pro, -7-degree, 100 mm length
Size: 60, 62
Bontrager RCS Pro, -7-degree, 110 mm length
Brake Shimano 105 hydraulic disc
Brake rotor Shimano RT70, CentreLock, 160 mm
Rotor size Max brake rotor sizes: 160 mm front and rear
Accessories
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Charger Charging cable included
Bag Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag
Weight
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Weight 56 - 8.90 kg/19.63 lb
Weight limit This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg (275 lb).

[@oystnsolls482]

People don't want "good advice" - they want reassurances (..someone once said...), so thanx! I ordered it just the other day, mainly due to its weight limit of 125 kg / 275.5778 pound. Other makes within the range of my wallet stop at 110-115 kg. Also, the tyre clearance is out of the ordinary for a road bike. 🙏

[@jochenpijls]

Great review👍

[@mattheww1976]

Thanks

[@mychaelpierce8049]

Nice review. Thanks for sharing

[@Tarmaccyclocross]

A tank

[@goodboyringo9716]

I hate when they show this dumb storage box like it is so great

[@benturner569]

Favourite feature of mine!