Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3
$2,099.00
The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is a carbon gravel bike with a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame, IsoSpeed, full carbon Checkpoint fork, SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS 12-speed drivetrain, Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR wheels, Bontrager Girona RSL 700x42mm tires, and a Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag.
Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 Overview
The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is a carbon gravel bike built with a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, hidden fender mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, RCS Headset System, invisible cable routing, T47 bottom bracket standard, integrated chainkeeper, removable front derailleur hanger, UDH, and 142x12mm chamfered thru axle. It uses a Checkpoint full carbon fork with a tapered carbon steerer, fender mounts, triple rack mounts, flat mount disc fitting, and 12x100mm chamfered thru axle.
The wireless drivetrain uses a SRAM Apex AXS 12-speed shifter, SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur, SRAM Apex 1 40T DUB Wide crank, SRAM XPLR PG-1231 11-44 12-speed cassette, and SRAM Apex 12-speed chain. A SRAM AXS battery pack with charger is included.
Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rims are built with CL-712 Centerlock Disc hubs, 24 spokes, and black spokes and nipples. The wheels are paired with Bontrager Girona RSL 700x42mm Tubeless Ready tires with GR puncture protection, aramid bead, and 220 tpi casing. The build is finished with a Verse Short Comp saddle, Bontrager carbon seatpost, Bontrager Elite Gravel alloy handlebar, Bontrager Elite stem, Bontrager Supertack Perf tape, SRAM Paceline 160mm centerlock rotors, and a Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag.
Key Features of Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3
- 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame includes IsoSpeed, downtube storage, hidden fender mounts, rack mounts, and integrated frame bag mounts.
- Checkpoint full carbon fork includes a tapered carbon steerer, fender mounts, triple rack mounts, flat mount disc fitting, and 12x100mm chamfered thru axle.
- SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS drivetrain uses a 40T crank and 11-44 12-speed cassette.
- SRAM AXS battery pack with charger supports the wireless drivetrain system.
- Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rims are built with CL-712 Centerlock Disc hubs, 24 spokes, and black spokes and nipples.
- Bontrager Girona RSL 700x42mm tires use Tubeless Ready construction, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, and 220 tpi casing.
- Bontrager carbon seatpost and size-specific Bontrager Elite Gravel cockpit parts complete the main contact points.
- Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag is included.
Ride Use
The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is built for gravel riding. Its carbon frame, full carbon fork, 700x42mm gravel tires, SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS 12-speed drivetrain, and Tubeless Ready wheel setup match the needs of mixed-surface riding. Rack mounts, fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, and internal frame storage add practical carrying options for gravel setups.
Why Choose This Bike
Choose the Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 for a carbon gravel bike with a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame, IsoSpeed, SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS 12-speed drivetrain, Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR wheels, and Bontrager Girona RSL 700x42mm tires. The build includes a Bontrager carbon seatpost, size-specific Bontrager Elite Gravel cockpit parts, SRAM Paceline 160mm centerlock rotors, hidden fender mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, and a Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag. It comes in Matte Carbon Smoke and Lava, with an ML weight of 9.50 kg / 20.95 lbs with TLR sealant and no tubes. Trek frames and full-suspension swing arms are covered for the lifetime of the original owner. Other parts are covered under Trek’s limited warranty.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Trek |
| Model | Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 |
| Bike Type | Gravel Bike |
| Frame | 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, hidden fender mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, RCS Headset System, invisible cable routing, T47, flat mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12mm chamfered thru axle |
| Fork | Checkpoint full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, fender mounts, triple rack mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm chamfered thru axle |
| Battery | SRAM AXS battery pack with charger |
| Shifter | SRAM Apex AXS, 12 speed |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS, 44T max cog |
| Crank | SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide; 165mm size XS/S, 170mm size M, 172.5mm size ML/L, 175mm size XL |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Wide, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Cassette | SRAM XPLR PG-1231, 11-44, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM Apex, 12 speed |
| Max Chainring Size | 1x: 44, 2x: 46/30 |
| Front Wheel | Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 100x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, black spokes and nipples |
| Rear Wheel | Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 142x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, black spokes and nipples |
| Skewers | Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle front; Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle rear with removable lever |
| Tires | Bontrager Girona RSL, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 220 tpi, 700x42mm |
| Tire Part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz |
| Rim Strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max Tire Size | 50mm without fenders, 42mm with fenders |
| Saddle | Verse Short Comp, steel rails; 155mm width size XS/S, 145mm width size M/ML/L/XL |
| Seatpost | Bontrager carbon, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy; 40cm size XS, 42cm size S/M, 44cm size ML/L, 46cm size XL |
| Handlebar Tape | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| Stem | Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree; 60mm size XS, 70mm size S, 80mm size M/ML, 90mm size L, 100mm size XL |
| Brake Rotor | SRAM Paceline, rounded, centerlock, 160mm |
| Rotor Size | Max brake rotor sizes: 180mm front & rear |
| Bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| Weight | ML - 9.50 kg / 20.95 lbs with TLR sealant, no tubes |
| Weight Limit | Maximum total weight limit of 275 pounds / 125 kg, combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo |
| Colors | Matte Carbon Smoke, Lava |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Trek frames and full-suspension swing arms are covered for the lifetime of the original owner. Other parts are covered under Trek’s limited warranty. |
FAQ's Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3
What type of bike is the Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3?
The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is a gravel bike. It uses a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame, full carbon Checkpoint fork, 700x42mm gravel tires, and gravel-focused mounting points.
What drivetrain does the Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 use?
The bike uses SRAM Apex AXS and SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS drivetrain parts. It includes a SRAM Apex AXS 12-speed shifter, SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur, SRAM Apex 1 40T crank, SRAM XPLR PG-1231 11-44 12-speed cassette, and SRAM Apex 12-speed chain.
What wheels and tires come on the Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3?
The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 uses Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rims with CL-712 Centerlock Disc hubs. The tires are Bontrager Girona RSL Tubeless Ready, with GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 220 tpi casing, and 700x42mm sizing.
Does the Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 include frame storage?
Yes. The frame includes a downtube storage door, and the bike includes a Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag. It also has integrated frame bag mounts, rack mounts, and hidden fender mounts.
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