Trek’s most popular road bike platform has been completely redesigned. Now in its second generation, the Trek Domane SLR features groundbreaking technology that’s set to smooth even the most broken ground.

The Domane SLR has already been proven on the WorldTour as Fabian Cancellara raced it to victory at the 2016 Strade Bianche.
The Domane SLR has already been proven on the WorldTour as Fabian Cancellara raced it to victory at the 2016 Strade Bianche.

Originally unveiled in 2012, Domane is Trek’s performance road platform for caliper and disc brake-equipped Endurance Race bikes. The original Domane heralded a revolution in road, demonstrating that comfortable is fast and instantly becoming a master of cobbles and rough roads. The new Domane SLR builds upon the award-winning IsoSpeed technology and takes it to the next level.

The all-new Trek Domane SLR Race Shop Limited Edition
The all-new Trek Domane SLR Race Shop Limited Edition.

Adjustable Rear IsoSpeed

We have all seen Trek’s innovative IsoSpeed rear decoupler that isolates the movement of the seat tube from the rest of the frame, improving vertical compliance and comfort. The new Domane features a new generation of IsoSpeed that gives the rider the power to customize the system. This new technology is centered around the idea that riders come in many sizes and shapes, and employ the Domane in varied conditions and terrain all while seeking a preferred ride feel.

The new IsoSpeed rear decoupler.
The new IsoSpeed rear decoupler.
Located just behind Domane SLR’s seat tube is a slider that allows the rider to control the Domane SLR’s vertical compliance based upon their preference or the terrain they intend to conquer.
Located just behind Domane SLR’s seat tube is a slider that allows the rider to control the Domane SLR’s vertical compliance based upon their preference or the terrain they intend to conquer.
In its lowest setting, vertical compliance is increased by 14% overall when compared to the first generation Domane.
In its lowest setting, vertical compliance is increased by 14% overall when compared to the first generation Domane.

Front IsoSpeed

If you have ever ridden an IsoSpeed bike you’ve no doubt experienced the benefits of this technology for yourself. But while half of the body enjoyed increased comfort other parts were left wanting. The challenge for the development of the Front IsoSpeed was not dissimilar to the same the Trek engineers faced in 2010 when the development of the first generation of Domane began: Reduce vibration without sacrificing any efficiency or control. After extensive testing, they found that the solution for the front was not all that dissimilar to the rear.

Front IsoSpeed is a decoupler that allows the steerer tube to vertically flex independently from the head tube and, according to Trek, increases the vertical compliance of the front of the bike by 10% compared to a traditional road bike.
Front IsoSpeed is a decoupler that allows the steerer tube to vertically flex independently from the head tube and, according to Trek, increases the vertical compliance of the front of the bike by 10% compared to a traditional road bike.
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IsoCore Handlebar

Smart technology is great, but only if you take into consideration the entire system. This is why Trek didn’t stop with the Front IsoSpeed but sought further solutions to improve comfort. The handlebar is literally one of the most critical contact points that influence a bikes comfort.

In order to minimise high frequency vibration Bontrager engineers have developed the all-new IsoCore handlebar.
In order to minimise high frequency vibration Bontrager engineers have developed the all-new IsoCore handlebar.
Bontrager IsoCore handlebar Trek Domane SLR INT

Constructed with a continuous inner layer of a specialized thermoplastic elastomer encased in proprietary OCLV, the IsoCore handlebar improves damping of high-frequency vibration with a reduction of vibration by 20% over standard carbon handlebars, according to Bontrager.

Disc brake option and additional tire clearance

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Domane SLR is available in caliper and disc brake versions, both possessing enhanced tire clearance. Adding to the platform’s versatility, riders can now run 28c tires on Domane SLR and 32c tires on Domane SLR Disc while still meeting CPSC and ISO clearance standards. The caliper Domane SLR features lightweight direct mount brakes while the disc-equipped bikes utilize 12mm thru axles. Both versions include hidden fender mounts.

Love for details

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Borrowing from one of the most lauded features of its aero brethren, Madone, Domane SLR is equipped with Domane Control Center, housing an internal Di2 battery just under the downtube water bottle cage.

Riders looking for a more custom option can begin building the bike of their dreams immediately as Domane SLR’s caliper brake models are available immediately via Trek’s custom bike program Project One. Both Endurance Geometry and Race Shop Limited Pro Endurance Geometry are available to customize through Project One.
Riders looking for a more custom option can begin building the bike of their dreams immediately as Domane SLR’s caliper brake models are available immediately via Trek’s custom bike program Project One. Both Endurance Geometry and Race Shop Limited Pro Endurance Geometry are available to customize through Project One.

Trek Domane SLR Prices, Geometry, Lineup

Trek Domane SLR 9 eTap weighs in at 6,76 kg and retails at € 9.499,00 (£ 7.600,00 / $ 10.999,99).
Trek Domane SLR 9 eTap weighs in at 6,76 kg and retails at € 9.499,00 (£ 7.600,00 / $ 10.999,99).
Trek Domane SLR 7 Disc weighs in at 8,3 kg and retails at € 5.999,00 (£ 4.800,00 / $ 6.499,99)
Trek Domane SLR 7 Disc weighs in at 8.3 kg and retails at € 5,999.00 (£ 4,800.00 / $ 6,499.99)
Domane SLR 7 weighs in at 7.49kg and retails at € 5,499
Domane SLR 6 Disc weighs in at 8.6 kg and retails at € 4,999 (£4,000 / $ 5,499).
Domane SLR 6 Disc weighs in at 8.6 kg and retails at € 4,999 (£4,000 / $ 5,499).
Domane SLR 6 weighs in at 7,46kg and retails at € 4,499 (£3,600 / $ 4,999).
Domane SLR 6 weighs in at 7.46kg and retails at € 4,499 (£3,600 / $ 4,999).
Domane SLR and Domane SLR Race Shop Limited are also available in Project One.
Domane SLR and Domane SLR Race Shop Limited are also available in Project One.
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How will it ride? We’ll find out tomorrow and keep you up-to-date live from the exclusive press camp in Kortrijk, Belgium.
How will it ride? We’ll find out tomorrow and keep you up-to-date live from the exclusive press camp in Kortrijk, Belgium.

More information can be found on the Trek Website.

Text: Robin Schmitt / Trek Photo: Noah Haxel, Emily Maye, Graham Watson


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