TrekSpeed Concept SLR
Trek's third-generation Speed Concept, introduced for the 2022 model year. It is a UCI-legal disc-brake triathlon bike with an 800 Series OCLV carbon frame using KVF tube shapes, IsoSpeed for compliance, an integrated bento box, downtube flat-kit storage and an aero downtube bottle. A separate Speed Concept SLR TT frame drops the triathlon storage and IsoSpeed for time trials.
- From
- €11,999$14,500£10,750
- Builds
- 5
- Sizes
- 4
- Frame weight
- —
Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Our verdict
Overall
out of 100, average of 7 categories
A UCI-legal triathlon bike that still builds in a bento box, flat-kit storage and an aero bottle, with one of the best-documented fit systems in the catalog. You give up tyre clearance (25 mm up front) and accept a proprietary cockpit and seat mast, with IsoSpeed servicing left to Trek dealers.
Scored Nov 2026
- + Wide fit adjustment
- + Premium frame
- + Aero-first design
AI-drafted from the specs on this page and reviewed before publishing. Scores are relative to every bike in the catalog when they were given, so they drop as newer bikes and parts raise the bar.
- Aero
- 84/100
- Frame
- 86/100
- Components
- 80/100
- Hydration & storage
- 84/100
- Fit
- 88/100
- Practicality
- 64/100
- Price
- 63/100
Aero claims and front-end integration
Carbon grade, weight and warranty
Groupset, wheels and power meter
Hydration and storage in the frame
Sizes and adjustment range
Travel, standard parts, servicing
From the cheapest complete-bike MSRP
Bike duel
Reviews
6 independent reviews of the Trek Speed Concept SLR.
- ▶ Video
- Written
220 Triathlon
Trek Speed Concept SLR 9 superbike reviewJack SextyTested: SLR 94.5/5 - Written
Triathlon Magazine Canada
Bike Review: Trek Speed Concept SLR7Kevin MackinnonTested: SLR 7 - ▶ Video
Triathlon Magazine Canada
Bike Review: Trek Speed Concept SLR7Tested: SLR 7 - ▶ Video
TRC Performance Coaching
2022 Trek Speed Concept Bike Review!! They got it right and they got it WRONG! - WrittenChris FosterTested: SLR 7
Frame & platform
Frame & fork
- Frame material
- 800 Series OCLV Carbon
- Fork material
- Carbon (SC full foil, integrated brake and stem)
- Frame sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colours
- Matte Deep Smoke, Party Purple and Serpentine (SLR 9 AXS, SLR 9, SLR 7 AXS, SLR 7); ICON Northern Lights (SLR 9 AXS); Metallic Red Smoke to Carbon Red Smoke Fade (SLR 7, US); Hex Blue/Trek Black (SLR 7, UK); Deep Smoke/Gloss Trek Black (frameset)
- Also available as
- Speed Concept SLR TT frameset (no bento box, flat kit or IsoSpeed, slightly more aggressive handling geometry)
- UCI frame approval
- UCI-approved as 'MY22 Speed Concept SLR' (frame and fork code TREK-062), approved 28.01.2021, sizes S to XL (4) (UCI list version 2026.10.02)
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Hydraulic disc, flat mount
- Max rotor size
- 160 mm
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Max tire width
- 25 mm
- Bottom bracket standard
- T47 threaded (85.5 mm)
- Front axle
- 12x100 thru-axle
- Rear axle
- 12x142 thru-axle
- Drivetrain compatibility
- Optimised for electronic groupsets only; Trek says mechanical may be possible but does not guarantee smooth cable pull
- 1x compatible
- Yes
- Max chainring
- 58T
- Front derailleur mount
- Braze-on
- Cable routing
- Internal
- Electronic battery location
- Inside the seatpost (battery mount assembly)
Hydration & storage
- Integrated hydration
- Yes
- Hydration details
- Aero downtube bottle with frame-specific cage included; a between-the-arms bottle is not included.
- Integrated storage
- Yes
- Storage details
- Integrated top-tube bento box and integrated downtube flat-kit storage (contents not included).
- Top tube bento box
- Yes
- Bottle mount locations
- Downtube (aero bottle)
Fit & adjustability
- Aerobar system
- Integrated Speed Concept cockpit: base towers, tower toppers and low/mid/high-rise basebars
- Pad stack adjustment range
- Back-of-pad stack from 537.9 mm (S, low basebar) to 746 mm (XL, high basebar), depending on basebar rise and towers
- Pad reach adjustment range
- Back-of-pad reach from 310.5 mm (S, near topper) to 530.1 mm (XL, far topper)
- Seatpost type
- Speed Concept SLR seat mast with 11.5 mm or -20 mm offset head
- Effective seat angle range
- 78° (nominal)
- Fit notes
- Trek publishes a fit assistance chart listing pad stack and reach for each size with near/mid/far tower toppers and low/mid/high-rise basebars. Some low/near combinations can make the pads hit the top tube.
Aerodynamics
- Tube profile
- KVF (Kammtail Virtual Foil)
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Maintenance
- Trek says only authorised dealers should service the IsoSpeed.
- Proprietary parts
- Integrated fork/stem/basebar, tower cockpit, seat mast, downtube bottle and cage
- Sold via
- Trek retailers and trekbikes.com
Photos
Design sketches
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
Speed Concept SLR 9 AXS | Speed Concept SLR 9 | Speed Concept SLR 7 AXS | Speed Concept SLR 7 | Speed Concept SLR Frameset | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||||
| Price (MSRP) | €11,999$14,500£10,750 | €11,499$14,000£10,300 | €8,999$10,000£8,250 | €8,499$9,500£7,750 | €6,299$5,500£5,650 |
| Type | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike | Frameset |
| Notes | New listing (product 86500) replacing the earlier SLR 9 AXS (35756), now with SRAM Red AXS E1. The ICON Northern Lights paint costs $16,499.99 / £12,950 / €14,399. Trek's spec also lists Aeolus RSL 65X wheels; its summary spec gives Aeolus RSL 51. GBP and EUR from trekbikes.com/gb and /de. | New listing (product 86499). No power meter. GBP and EUR from trekbikes.com/gb and /de. | Trek's spec names the groupset 'Force AXS' without a generation but lists a Force E1 chain and both Force Aero and S-900 Aero brake levers, so it may mix model years; check with a dealer. GBP and EUR from trekbikes.com/gb and /de. | Trek's spec data lists overlapping crank lengths and two saddle options for this model, so those are given as listed. Trek US shows the Metallic Red Smoke to Carbon Red Smoke Fade colour on sale at $8,499.93; the other colours are $9,499.99. GBP and EUR from trekbikes.com/gb and /de. | Deep Smoke/Gloss Trek Black. Trek's FAQ says the frameset comes without basebar, seatpost or extensions. GBP and EUR from trekbikes.com/gb and /de. |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Groupset | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 | SRAM Force AXS | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 | — |
| Launched | 2024 · current generation | 2021 · current generation | — | 2021 · current generation | — |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | — |
| Electronic | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Wireless | Yes | — | Yes | — | — |
| Drivetrain | 2x | 2x | 2x | 2x | — |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS Wireless Blips | — | SRAM AXS Wireless Blips | — | — |
| Position | Extension and basebar | — | Extension and basebar | — | — |
| Crankset | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Force AXS Power Meter | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | — |
| Chainrings | 48/35 | 52/36 | 48/35 | 52/36 | — |
| Crank length | 160 (S) / 165 (M, L) / 170 (M, L, XL) as listed by Trek | 160 (S) / 170 (M, L, XL) | 165 (S) / 170 (M, L) / 172.5 (XL) | 160/165 (S), 165/170 (M-L), 170/172.5 (XL) as listed by Trek | — |
| Power meter | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter | — | SRAM Force AXS Power Meter | — | — |
| Launched | 2024 · current generation | — | — | — | — |
| Type | Integrated in crankset | — | Integrated in crankset | — | — |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB T47 | Praxis T47 | SRAM DUB T47 | Praxis T47 | — |
| Standard | T47 threaded, internal bearing | T47 threaded, internal bearing | T47 threaded, internal bearing | T47 threaded, internal bearing | — |
| Front derailleur | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250 | SRAM Force AXS | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | — |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM Red AXS E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9250 | SRAM Force AXS | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | — |
| Max cog | 36T | 34T | 36T | 34T | — |
| Cassette | SRAM Red XG-1290 E1 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 | SRAM Force XG-1270 | Shimano Ultegra R8101 | — |
| Range | 10-33 | 11-30 | 10-33 | 11-30 | — |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed | — |
| Chain | SRAM Red E1 | Shimano CN-M9100 | SRAM Force E1 | Shimano CN-M8100 | — |
| Brakes | |||||
| Brake levers | SRAM Red Aero | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 ST-R9180 | SRAM Force Aero / S-900 Aero (both listed) | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 ST-R9180 | — |
| Brake calipers | — | Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9270 | — | Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9270 | — |
| Type | — | Hydraulic disc, flat mount | — | Hydraulic disc, flat mount | — |
| Rotors | SRAM Paceline X | Shimano RT-CL900 | SRAM Paceline X | Shimano RT-CL800 | — |
| Front rotor | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | — |
| Rear rotor | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | — |
| Mount | Center Lock | Center Lock | Center Lock | Center Lock | — |
| Wheels & tires | |||||
| Wheelset | Bontrager Aeolus RSL 51 | Bontrager Aeolus RSL 51 | Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51 | Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51 | — |
| Front rim depth | 51 mm | 51 mm | — | — | — |
| Rear rim depth | 51 mm | 51 mm | — | — | — |
| Rear disc wheel | No | No | No | No | — |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | — |
| Tubeless ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Tires | Bontrager R4 320 | Bontrager R4 320 | Bontrager R4 320 | Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite / R4 320 | — |
| Tire width | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | — |
| Cockpit | |||||
| Aerobar system | Trek Speed Concept cockpit (base towers + tower toppers) | Trek Speed Concept cockpit (base towers + tower toppers) | Trek Speed Concept cockpit (base towers + tower toppers) | Trek Speed Concept cockpit (base towers + tower toppers) | — |
| Integrated with frame | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Pad stack adjustment | Base towers 30/45/60 mm by size; low, mid or high-rise basebar | Base towers 30/45/60 mm by size; low, mid or high-rise basebar | Base towers 30/45/60 mm by size; low, mid or high-rise basebar | Base towers 30/45/60 mm by size; low, mid or high-rise basebar | — |
| Notes | Near, mid or far tower topper sets pad reach | Near, mid or far tower topper sets pad reach | Near, mid or far tower topper sets pad reach | Near, mid or far tower topper sets pad reach | — |
| Basebar | Trek Speed Concept mid-rise bar/stem (integrated) | Trek Speed Concept mid-rise bar/stem (integrated) | Trek Speed Concept mid-rise bar/stem (integrated) | Trek Speed Concept mid-rise bar/stem (integrated) | — |
| Headset | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8 in top, 1.5 in bottom | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8 in top, 1.5 in bottom | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8 in top, 1.5 in bottom | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8 in top, 1.5 in bottom | — |
| Saddle & seatpost | |||||
| Saddle | Bontrager Hilo Pro Carbon | Bontrager Hilo Pro Carbon | Bontrager Hilo Pro Carbon | Bontrager Hilo Comp or Hilo Pro Carbon (both listed) | — |
| Seatpost | Trek Speed Concept SLR | Trek Speed Concept SLR | Trek Speed Concept SLR | Trek Speed Concept SLR | — |
| Offset / setback | 11.5 mm or -20 mm | 11.5 mm or -20 mm | 11.5 mm or -20 mm | 11.5 mm or -20 mm | — |
| Notes | Short length on S, tall on M-XL | Short length on S, tall on M-XL | Short length on S, tall on M-XL | Short length on S, tall on M-XL | — |
| Included extras | |||||
| Bottle cages | Trek Speed Concept Downtube Bottle Cage + Downtube Bottle | Trek Speed Concept Downtube Bottle Cage + Downtube Bottle | Trek Speed Concept Downtube Bottle Cage + Downtube Bottle | Trek Speed Concept Downtube Bottle Cage + Downtube Bottle | — |
Speed Concept SLR price & value
Where it's cheapest
MSRPs converted at ECB reference rates of 2026-10-05 (1 EUR = 1.1204 USD = 0.8472 GBP). US prices exclude sales tax, so add your state's rate before comparing.
| Build | Market | MSRP | In EUR | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Concept SLR 9 AXS | Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €11,999 | €11,999 | cheapest |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £10,750 | €12,689 | +6% | |
| USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $14,500 | €12,942 | +8% | |
| Speed Concept SLR 9 | Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €11,499 | €11,499 | cheapest |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £10,300 | €12,158 | +6% | |
| USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $14,000 | €12,496 | +9% | |
| Speed Concept SLR 7 AXS | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $10,000 | €8,925 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €8,999 | €8,999 | +1% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £8,250 | €9,738 | +9% | |
| Speed Concept SLR 7 | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $9,500 | €8,479 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €8,499 | €8,499 | +0% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £7,750 | €9,148 | +8% | |
| Speed Concept SLR Frameset | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $5,500 | €4,909 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €6,299 | €6,299 | +28% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £5,650 | €6,669 | +36% |
Price history
Speed Concept SLR 9 AXS
- 2026-10-05$14,200$14,200$14,200
- 2026-11-02€11,999$14,500£10,750
Speed Concept SLR 7
- 2026-10-05$9,700$9,700$9,700
- 2026-11-02€8,499$9,500£7,750
Building up the Speed Concept SLR Frameset
Included: frame and fork only, as listed.
Still to buy: Groupset, Crankset, Cassette, Chain, Brake calipers, Wheelset, Tires, Aerobar system, Seatpost, Saddle, Pedals.
Spare & upgrade parts from Trek
| Part | Part number | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Speed Concept SLR/TT aerobar base (base bar)Listed for model years 2022-2027. GBP and EUR prices from trekbikes.com/gb and /de. | 44812 | €380$330£320 |
| Speed Concept SLR/TT aerobar extensions (pair)Listed for model years 2022-2027. GBP and EUR prices from trekbikes.com/gb and /de. | 37730 | €300$220£260 |
| Speed Concept arm pad setListed for model years 2022-2027. | 41170 | €50$55£45 |
| Speed Concept handlebar tower topper (left or right; near, mid or far)Sold individually per position. Listed for model years 2022-2027. | 38040-38045 | €45$55£40 |
| Speed Concept handlebar base tower, 60 mm or 75 mmListed for model years 2022-2027. | 38035 (60 mm), 38036 (75 mm) | €35$39£30 |
| Speed Concept handlebar base tower, 0, 15, 30 or 45 mmListed for model years 2022-2027. No US price shown in the category listing. | 38032 (0 mm), 38033 (15 mm), 38034 (30 mm), 38037 (45 mm) | €25€25£20 |
| Speed Concept hand-fit cable routing spacer (left or right)5 mm, 0° and 14° spacers. Listed for model years 2022-2027. | 38039 (left), 38038 (right) | $14$14£11 |
| Speed Concept cockpit extension bolt coversLeft and right covers. Listed for model years 2022-2027. | 38232 | $7$7£9 |
| 2022 Speed Concept front derailleur hanger | 38240 | €25€25£20 |
Real-world weight
Scale weights of the Speed Concept SLR from reviewers, next to Trek's claim.
| What | Measured | Claimed | Measured by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete bikeSize M · 2022 Speed Concept SLR 7 (Shimano Ultegra Di2) with all hydration and storage removed; reported as 19 lb 12 oz | 8.96 kg19.7 lb | — | Triathlete2021-12 |
Known issues & recalls
Recall2022-08
Carbon base bar can crack (2022 recall)
Trek voluntarily recalled the carbon base bar fitted to model-year 2022 Speed Concept SLR bikes because it can crack or break if overloaded, which could cause a fall. Health Canada listed five US incidents involving Speed Concept bikes; the recall also covered Emonda SLR bikes and the Bontrager Aeolus RSL VR-C bar/stem.
Affected: All model-year 2022 Speed Concept SLR bikes (SLR 6 eTap, SLR 7, SLR 7 eTap, SLR 9, SLR 9 eTap), including Project One; sold June 2020 to June 2022
What to do: Stop riding and take the bike to a Trek retailer for a free replacement base bar, new bar tape and installation.
Source
Ownership checklist
2 of 2 known checks pass, 5 not published by Trek. Why these checks
- ✓
Threaded bottom bracket
T47 threaded (85.5 mm)
- ?
UDH derailleur hanger
- ✓
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
12x142 thru-axle
- ?
Works with mechanical shifting
- ?
Fits third-party aerobars
Integrated Speed Concept cockpit: base towers, tower toppers and low/mid/high-rise basebars
- ?
Rear disc wheel compatible
- ?
Fit kept when packed
Raced by
Pros who raced the Speed Concept SLR, with results on it.
© Trek Bicycle Corporation Taylor Knibb2025–2026United States
- 1stIronman 70.3 World Championship Nice 2026
Setup: Bontrager 62 mm front and disc rear, SRAM 2x
Race setup, 2 parts →Source
© MartinPutz / CC BY-SA 3.0 Holly Lawrence2025United Kingdom
- 6thIronman World Championship Kona 2025
Setup: Trek Speed Concept 9 Project One
Source
© Trek Bicycle Corporation / Robrecht Paesen Marten Van Riel2025Belgium
- 4thIronman World Championship Nice 2025
Setup: HED Vanquish Pro V84 front, HED Vanquish Pro disc rear
Race setup, 1 part →Source
© Trek Bicycle Corporation / Hank Whalen Matthew Marquardt2025United States
- 8thIronman World Championship Nice 2025
Setup: Princeton Carbonworks Mach 7580 front, Blur 633 disc rear
Race setup, 1 part →Source
© Trek Bicycle Corporation / Kenny Withrow Sam Long2025United States
Setup: DT Swiss ARC 1100 65 mm front, disc rear
Race setup, 1 part →Source
Speed Concept SLR geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider height min | 154 cm5′1″ | 167 cm5′6″ | 175 cm5′9″ | 186 cm6′1″ |
| Rider height max | 167 cm5′6″ | 175 cm5′9″ | 186 cm6′1″ | 198 cm6′6″ |
| Stack | 492 mm19.4″ | 517 mm20.4″ | 541 mm21.3″ | 565 mm22.2″ |
| Reach | 390 mm15.4″ | 416 mm16.4″ | 426 mm16.8″ | 445 mm17.5″ |
| Pad stack min | 537.9 mm21.2″ | 562.8 mm22.2″ | 586.6 mm23.1″ | 610.5 mm24″ |
| Pad stack max | 674.3 mm26.5″ | 698.3 mm27.5″ | 722.1 mm28.4″ | 746 mm29.4″ |
| Pad reach min | 310.5 mm12.2″ | 326 mm12.8″ | 344 mm13.5″ | 363.1 mm14.3″ |
| Pad reach max | 477.5 mm18.8″ | 493 mm19.4″ | 511 mm20.1″ | 530.1 mm20.9″ |
| Seat angle min | 78° | 78° | 78° | 78° |
| Seat angle max | 78° | 78° | 78° | 78° |
| Head tube angle | 72.2° | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.5° |
| Head tube length | 65 mm2.6″ | 90 mm3.5″ | 115 mm4.5″ | 140 mm5.5″ |
| Effective top tube | 495 mm19.5″ | 518 mm20.4″ | 541 mm21.3″ | 565 mm22.2″ |
| Seat tube length | 499 mm19.6″ | 525 mm20.7″ | 549 mm21.6″ | 574 mm22.6″ |
| Chainstay | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ | 410 mm16.1″ |
| Wheelbase | 967 mm38.1″ | 995 mm39.2″ | 1,020 mm40.2″ | 1,047 mm41.2″ |
| BB drop | 80 mm3.1″ | 80 mm3.1″ | 80 mm3.1″ | 80 mm3.1″ |
| Fork offset | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ |
| Trail | 61 mm2.4″ | 60 mm2.4″ | 60 mm2.4″ | 60 mm2.4″ |
| Standover | 760 mm29.9″ | 785 mm30.9″ | 808 mm31.8″ | 831 mm32.7″ |
| Saddle height min | 559 mm22″ | 580 mm22.8″ | 604 mm23.8″ | 628 mm24.7″ |
| Saddle height max | 756 mm29.8″ | 782 mm30.8″ | 805 mm31.7″ | 830 mm32.7″ |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c |
Side view & pad range
Drawn to scale (how to read it).
How the geometry rides
The Speed Concept SLR in size M against the middle size of 14 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).
- Trail60 mm2.4″
shortestlonger than 11% of 14 bikeslongest
Shorter trail than most: steering reacts quicker, so it can feel nervous on the extensions in crosswinds.
- Wheelbase995 mm39.2″
shortestlonger than 51% of 42 bikeslongest
- Chainstay410 mm16.1″
shortestlonger than 75% of 53 bikeslongest
Long chainstays: adds stability and room for a rear wheel with wide tyres.
Good to know
Integration
Included: downtube flat kit, top-tube bento box, aero downtube bottle and rear light mount. Not included: a between-the-arms bottle, flat-kit contents, computer mount and front light mount.
SourceCompatibility
Trek's service manual gives maximum tyre widths of 25 mm front and 28 mm rear for the SLR frame, so the narrower front clearance is the limit. The TT frame is 25 mm at both ends.
SourceCompatibility
Maximum chainrings: 58T for 1x; for 2x, 55T large with Shimano or 54T with SRAM, and a 44T maximum small ring on the SLR. Rotors are 140-160 mm on flat mounts.
SourceCompatibility
Cranks with 30 mm spindles work if a matching T47 bottom bracket exists. Trek optimised the frame only for electronic shifting.
SourceRacing
Trek's FAQ says every complete Speed Concept SLR is built with UCI-legal parts. At launch the SLR basebar was not legal and needed swapping for the TT basebar, but a later UCI rule change made both basebars legal.
SourceHistory
Trek calls this version Speed Concept 3.0. Compared with earlier versions it is all new, with improved aero, IsoSpeed, fully integrated storage and hydration, disc brakes, and an easier build, travel and fit process.
SourceVersions
An SLR frameset from Trek comes without basebar, seatpost or extensions. An SLR frame ordered through Project One includes the SLR basebar, seatpost and extensions.
SourceVersions
Trek's current range (November 2026) is the SLR 9 AXS with SRAM Red AXS E1, SLR 9 with Dura-Ace Di2, SLR 7 AXS, SLR 7 and an SLR frameset; the SLR 6 AXS, SLR 8 AXS and the earlier Red AXS SLR 9 AXS are no longer listed.
Source
Speed Concept SLR FAQ
Is the Trek Speed Concept SLR UCI legal?+
Yes. The Trek Speed Concept SLR is UCI legal, so it can be raced in draft-illegal triathlon as well as UCI time trials.
How much does the Trek Speed Concept SLR cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €6,299–€11,999 / $5,500–$14,500 / £5,650–£10,750 across 5 listed builds and framesets: Speed Concept SLR 9 AXS, Speed Concept SLR 9, Speed Concept SLR 7 AXS, Speed Concept SLR 7 and Speed Concept SLR Frameset.
What sizes does the Trek Speed Concept SLR come in?+
4 sizes: S, M, L and XL. The manufacturer recommends them for riders from 154 cm (5′1″) to 198 cm (6′6″).
What pad stack and pad reach can the Trek Speed Concept SLR reach?+
Across all sizes, pad stack ranges from 537.9 mm (21.2″) to 746 mm (29.4″), and pad reach from 310.5 mm (12.2″) to 530.1 mm (20.9″). Use the fit finder to check which size covers your position.
What seat angle does the Trek Speed Concept SLR have?+
78° effective seat tube angle.
Does the Trek Speed Concept SLR have integrated hydration?+
Yes. Aero downtube bottle with frame-specific cage included; a between-the-arms bottle is not included.
Does the Trek Speed Concept SLR have integrated storage?+
Yes. Integrated top-tube bento box and integrated downtube flat-kit storage (contents not included). A top tube bento box is integrated.
What is the tire clearance of the Trek Speed Concept SLR?+
Up to 25 mm tires on 700c wheels.
Which groupsets are compatible with the Trek Speed Concept SLR?+
Drivetrain compatibility: Optimised for electronic groupsets only; Trek says mechanical may be possible but does not guarantee smooth cable pull. 1x drivetrains are supported. The largest chainring that fits is 58T. Bottom bracket: T47 threaded (85.5 mm).
What builds of the Trek Speed Concept SLR are available?+
Speed Concept SLR 9 AXS: SRAM Red AXS E1; Speed Concept SLR 9: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200; Speed Concept SLR 7 AXS: SRAM Force AXS; Speed Concept SLR 7: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100.
Which pros ride the Trek Speed Concept SLR?+
Taylor Knibb, Holly Lawrence, Marten Van Riel, Matthew Marquardt and Sam Long raced this generation of the Trek Speed Concept SLR. See the "Raced by" section for seasons and results.
Sources
- https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/speed-concept-slr-9-axs/p/86500/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/speed-concept-slr-9/p/86499/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/speed-concept-slr-7-axs/p/56332/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/speed-concept-slr-7/p/35577/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/speed-concept-slr-frameset/p/35671/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/c/B231/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/gb/en_GB/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/speed-concept-slr-9-axs/p/86500/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/de/de_DE/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-bikes/speed-concept/speed-concept-slr-9-axs/p/86500/
- https://api.trekbikes.com/occ/v2/us/products/86500/specifications
- https://retailerassetsprd.blob.core.windows.net/techassets/b2c_faq_2022_speedConceptSLR_TT_en_US.pdf
- https://retailerassetsprd.blob.core.windows.net/techassets/TK_SpeedConcept_MY22_ServiceManual_EN-US_Rev6_Feb2026.pdf
- https://retailerassetsprd.blob.core.windows.net/techassets/SCFitData_aug26.pdf
- https://www.sigmasports.com/item/Trek/Speed-Concept-SLR-7-TT-Triathlon-Bike-2026/X0VH
- https://assets.ctfassets.net/761l7gh5x5an/7jA9krKzzy3lRXPzlm4uyn/7982d7114b9d62978cb87876ea476535/58780c70-6247-4448-8384-b145fa30aba9.pdf
- https://www.triathlete.com/gear/bike/the-fastest-pro-bikes-at-the-2026-70-3-world-championship/
- https://slowtwitch.com/triathlon/kona-2025-the-bikes-of-the-fastest-pro-riders/
- https://slowtwitch.com/triathlon/the-bikes-of-the-top-15-fastest-pro-men-at-the-2025-ironman-world-championship/
- https://www.triathlete.com/gear/bike/trek-speed-concept/?scope=anon
- https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/trek-carbon-handlebarsstems-and-bicycles-recalled-due-fall-hazard
- https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/cycling-components/bike-handlebars/bike-handlebar-accessories/aero-bar-hardware/c/E490/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/gb/en_GB/equipment/cycling-components/bike-handlebars/bike-handlebar-accessories/aero-bar-hardware/c/E490/
- https://www.trekbikes.com/gb/en_GB/equipment/cycling-components/bike-hangers-dropouts/c/E361/
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