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Trek Domane SL 6 Review: Top-Quality Parts and Endurance Performance

Trek Domane SL 6 Gen 4 is Trek’s second-highest bike in the carbon SL range and it spares no expense on top-quality parts and manufacture.

From here on up is the Domane SLR range, bikes that are focused on team-sponsored events and are mostly unaffordable to individual riders.

At its core, the SL 6 boasts Trek’s groundbreaking IsoSpeed shock reduction system built into its patented 500 Series OCLV carbon frame.

Together, the two offer one of the best carbon road bike framesets available, providing rigid stability and exceptional comfort.

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With a Shimano 105 groupset, internal Di2 routing, Paradigm Comp rims, and a carbon seat post, it’s clear to see that Trek spared no expense when building the Domane SL6.

• Frame : 500 Series OCLV Carbon, front and rear IsoSpeed, DuoTrap S compatible
• Fork : Domane SLR carbon, internal brake routing, fender mounts
• Front Derailleur : Shimano 105 R7150 Di2
• Rear Derailleur : Shimano R7150 Di2
• Wheels : Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25, tubeless-ready
• Number of Gears : 22
• Brakes : Shimano SM-RT70
• Tires : Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite, aramid bead, 700x32c
• Weight : 19.63 lbs / 8.90 kg

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The Domane SL 6 features quality parts from top to bottom, starting with the IsoSpeed frame and working down to the 105 groupset and Paradigm rims.

It’s a bicycle that personifies speed, comfort, and efficiency in every way possible.

Shimano 105 groupset

Domane SL 6 used to sport a Shimano Ultegra groupset, but this year they’ve switched it back to 105.

While it might seem like a downgrade, 105 is one of the most popular groupsets among road cyclists and amateur racers.

Shimano 105 groupset offers performance and reliability all in one

OCLV carbon IsoSpeed frame

Trek has spent years developing its IsoSpeed system and it’s come through several iterations to reach the current product.

Designed as a means to absorb road shock without sacrificing efficiency, IsoSpeed is a somewhat futuristic frame technology.

It works by decoupling the seat tube from the frame using a rocker cup that permits some flex while maintaining rigidity.

While it might sound like overkill, it works so well you’ll likely never want to ride another bike without it.

This has been combined with its highly compacted, low-void carbon frame to add strength and confidence on even the roughest terrain.

If you’ve ever come off of a long ride feeling like your flesh has shaken off your bones, you’ll appreciate IsoSpeed technology.

It is particularly welcome on the famous cobbled streets that any European rider will be very well familiar with.

Paradigm Comp wheels

Trek Domane SL 6 comes fitted with Bontrager Paradigm Comp 25 TLR Disc road wheels with a Shimano 11-speed freehub on the rear.

The tubeless-ready rims have a 25mm inner width designed for wide road or gravel tires.

The SL 6 also comes with uncommonly large tires, in this case, Bontrager R2 Hard-Case aramid-bead 700x32c tires.

It’s an odd feature for a road bike but the extra fork clearance can actually take tires up to 38c in size.

Endurance geometry

The geometry on Trek’s Domane SL range of bikes is designed to balance speed with comfort. It utilizes a slightly higher head tube to put the rider in a less aggressive position.

This provides better stability and comfort while maintaining a high degree of performance.

This helps the rider to conserve energy over long distances so there is still some juice in the tank for the final home stretch.

Micro-adjust seatmast

Amongst the Domane SL 6’s multitude of features is the micro-adjustable carbon seatmast.

It’s lightweight, aerodynamic, and provides millimeter-perfect adjustments for the exact right fit.

Professional riders will know the difference that even a millimeter in seat height can have on performance.

With the micro-adjust seatmast, you’ll be able to shave those much-needed seconds off your record time.

The Trek Domane SL 6 comes in 9 different sizes to fit heights of 4’11” to 6’5″.

• 44 : 4’11” – 5’0″
• 47 : 5’0″ – 5’2″
• 50 : 5’2″ – 5’4″
• 52 : 5’4″ – 5’6″
• 54 : 5’6″ – 5’9″
• 56 : 5’9″ – 5’11”
• 58 : 5’11” – 6’1″
• 60 : 6’1″ – 6’3″
• 62 : 6’3″ – 6’5″

Trek Domane SL 6 is a professional carbon road for riders who compete regularly in races, sportives, and cycling events.

As the price indicates, it is not designed for casual use. The true potential would not be fully realized by an amateur rider.

However, the Trek Domane range does serve something of a niche in the carbon road bike world.

Rather than focusing purely on speed, Domane bikes are best suited to riders who will be tackling a variety of different terrain.

If you often find yourself held back by cobblestones, gravel, or dirt track, then the Domane SL 6 could be the answer you’re looking for.

It’s specifically designed to tackle undesirable terrain with smooth and calculated efficiency.

Check out our other reviews on Trek Domane Bikes: AL 2 , AL 3 , SL4 and SL5 . 

Related: Trek Bikes Explained – In-Depth Overview

However, if purchased for the right reasons and used for its intended purpose, the Domane SL 6 will certainly make the buyer feel they have got their money’s worth.

The strong and build and quality parts mean the bike will last for years without the need for any expensive repairs or upgrades.

It represents the type of investment that may cost a lot initially but pays off in the long run.

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I’m wondering about a point that was made in your review. You state that the IsoSpeed decouples the steerer tube and seat tube from the frame, but the Generation 4 Domane under review only has a rear IsoSpeed decoupler. (You can see this if you follow your link to the Trek web site for the bike under review.) The last Domane that had both front and rear IsoSpeed was Generation 3, which was discontinued in 2022.

Hi Steve! You’re right, thank you for pointing that out. It was an honest mistake that has now been corrected.

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Review: Trek Domane SL Road Bike – Quick, Comfortable, & Easy to Recommend

It's easy to see why the domane all-road bike is so popular, even if it rubbed me the wrong way at times..

• Comfortable fit geometry
• Seriously smooth ride
• Surprisingly snappy handling
• Useful downtube storage
• Price is higher than most
• Not especially light

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There’s a decent likelihood that if you see someone riding a Trek road bike from the last decade or so, it was the brand’s Domane model. The ubiquity stems largely from its fit geometry, which has historically been very welcoming to riders of all abilities. Furthermore, the Domane’s unique IsoSpeed decoupling suspension system promised levels of comfort that other road bikes couldn’t quite match.

The IsoSpeed suspension system lives on in this latest Trek Domane SL road bike, but the rest of the package might be the biggest change we’ve seen with the Domane yet. There’s aero tube shaping, a lighter frame, and an added sense of performance that wasn’t quite there with previous Domane SL bikes.

We spent 1,000 miles on the Trek Domane to find out just how good the Domane is, whether that pursuit for speed has removed any form of comfort, and the potential downsides of living with a bike like the Trek Domane SL.

Quick hits: Seven things to know about the Trek Domane SL

• The Trek Domane lineup features three main framesets: the top-tier Domane SLR , the aluminum Domane AL , and this mid-range Domane SL carbon road bike. The Domane RSL is available as a frameset.
• Every Domane features fully internal cable routing through the headset, though the stem functions similarly to a traditional stem.
• The latest Domane SL and SLR bring a new internal storage compartment for a tube, tools, and an included neoprene storage sleeve.
• Max tire clearance is a quoted 700c x 38 mm.
• A new Domane SL frame weighs a quoted 1391 grams, 300 grams lighter than the previous Domane SL.
• Domane SL features a rear IsoSpeed decoupler to improve seated comfort, though it is no longer adjustable.
• Domane SL is available in seven sizes to fit riders between 4’11” to 6’5”.

Frame details

The Trek Domane is known for being an approachable road bike. Much of that comes down to handling geometry that values straight-line stability over race bike agility. Its fit geometry is more accommodating of a non-competitive cyclist than other bikes in its category.

The IsoSpeed seat tube flex system isolates riders from road vibration in a way few other bikes do. And while there are a number of changes to the latest Domane SL, most of those characteristics carry on.

IsoSpeed is a critical component of any recent Trek Domane road bike. Previous generations really went for it, offering not only adjustable rear IsoSpeed systems but even a front-end system to balance comfort between the two ends. This latest system essentially overhauls IsoSpeed, largely for the better.

Most notable is that this latest iteration is said to offer as much flex as the softest setting in previous IsoSpeed systems while using a simpler D-shaped seat post. Previous Iterations of IsoSpeed used a carbon seat mast to offer the flex they wanted, but it was far more fiddly to use than this simpler system.

The front IsoSpeed system is gone, as the swap from 28 mm to 32 mm is said to be plenty comfortable. The fact that this system has far fewer moving parts and wear items should result in fewer creaks and durability issues compared to previous-generation systems. Trek says the system needs no servicing for the lifetime of the bicycle, and I never had issues with it in my time with the bike.

The Domane SL isn’t a particularly light bike. Some of that comes from the addition of a downtube storage hatch located under the bottle cage mount. Inside is a neoprene mini tool sleeve as well as plenty of space to add more snacks and perhaps a vest should you need to. It’s a genuinely useful storage area, with a sturdy latch and hatch system.

Trek’s Domane continues with internal cable routing, though this system is among the more refined systems I’ve seen and worked with. Cables are external at the bars until they’re routed under the stem, leaving some slack to play with stem height. And while the spacer profiling limits what types of stems you can swap with, doing the swap itself is an easy enough process that almost anyone can manage.

The internal routing system itself is one of the better setups I’ve seen. A guide at the inside of the downtube includes a holster for the Shimano Di2 battery, with guides for brake hoses and cable housing easily accessible from the downtube storage hatch. It’s easy to work on, all things considered.

Tire clearance has always been a strong suit of the Domane, and that hasn’t changed. Max clearance is a quoted 700c x 38 mm tire. I was able to fit a 40 mm (42 mm width as measured) Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H tire front and rear without rubbing. That clearance makes light gravel and dirt road riding doable, but it would be problematic on a muddy or chunky ride.

Other bits of note include the use of a T47 threaded bottom bracket, the addition of top tube bag mounts, and hidden fender mounts. The frame gets its own integrated chain keeper, a nice touch that indicates the general user-friendliness of the bike.

The build brought in for review was the Trek Domane SL 6 Gen 4. The highlight of the bike is the Shimano 105 Di2 drivetrain. The Bontrager Paradigm 25 wheels feature tubeless-ready alloy rims with a wide 25 mm internal width. The 32 mm Bontrager R3 Hard-Case tires, Bontrager Verse Short saddle, and Bontrager alloy handlebars complete the build.

A size 56 cm bike has a quoted weight of 8.62 kg (19 pounds. My 50 cm build weighed in at 8.5 kg (18.73 pounds) without pedals and accessories but with tubes in the tires.

The Domane has a reputation for being an upright road bike with handling that might be best described as stable. While the bike is stable, the geometry is far more agile than you’d expect.

Trail figures are around 59 to 61 cm across just about every size but the 44 cm bike. Handling geometry is quick enough for most people, though the low 75 to 80 mm bottom bracket drop and 420 mm chainstays add some straight-line stability back.

Fit geometry and rider positioning can be considered as upright, with a taller stack height and short reach dimensions. These numbers are taller and shorter respectively than even most all-road bikes, but I’d argue the numbers are realistic for most riders. Those looking for a more than 6 cm of saddle to bar drop (particularly on small sizes) will be better suited to something like their Emonda or Madone road bikes.

Standover heights across most sizes are about as low as I’ve seen on an endurance road bike, which is helpful for the height-challenged among us.

Riding the Trek Domane SL

The value of the Domane doesn’t necessarily come from its cost or its tech-forward features, but rather in its promise of being a comfortable, approachable road bike. That isn’t lost here: the Domane is one of the most approachable road bikes you’ll find and an easy recommendation for anyone looking for a road bike.

The Domane rides as smoothly as it always has on smooth tarmac and chip-seal. The way the bike goes about smoothing out those small, constant vibrations is impressive. Roads I remember as feeling particularly jostling felt far smoother, both at the saddle and at the bars.

Much of that smoothness comes down to the 32 mm wide tires, which are wider than you’d find on most other all-road and endurance bikes out of the box. That said, narrower tires didn’t detract much from the bike’s smoothness over chip seal-type surfaces. Stay seated, and let the rear end of the bike do its job.

As much as I liked the Domane SL, the bike didn’t feel as eager as I would have hoped. Steeper climbs and even pedaling from a stop indicated that much of that came down to rotational weight. But with a set of carbon wheels and a good set of 30 mm tires, the Domane really woke up.

A set of Hunt Aerodynamicst 44 wheels and 30 mm Vittoria Corsa Pro Control tires gave the bike the feel of a bike far more willing to not only get up to speed but maintain it as well. If you’re itching to make an upgrade, rest assured that a decent set of carbon wheels – like their own Bontrager Aeolus Pro 37V – wake the bike up dramatically.

The stock Bontrager wheels are serviceable otherwise. They’re on the heavy side at over 1950 grams with tubeless tape and valves, but spoke tension and overall build felt like they were going to last. As serviceable as they are, however, it helps to know that you a swap to mid-range Hunt carbon wheels cut over 1 pound (520 grams) from the weight of the bike.

The Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite tires are grippy and seem to be long-lasting. That said, I felt the tires felt stiff and slow. A simple tire upgrade alone makes the bike feel considerably more eager.

I found little fault in the rest of the build kit. Shimano 105 Di2 works phenomenally, with quick shifts and gearing plenty low for fondos. The Bontrager Verse Short saddle is wonderfully supportive for how soft the saddle feels. The Bontrager short-reach handlebar choice deserves some praise; its 38 cm width in a 50 cm frame is smaller than most product planners choose but the right size for smaller folks.

The Domane SL rubbed me the wrong way

There was one notable fault I found with the bike, however: the IsoSpeed cover rubbed the inside of my legs on a 125 mile (200 km) road ride enough to create a rash.

A bit about me: I am fairly small at 5 foot, 6 inches and 130 pounds (59 kg) in kit. My legs aren’t particularly big, but they aren’t as lean as they could be either. I’ve received a professional fit and matched that fit onto the Domane SL to ensure my cleats (and feet) are roughly where they should be.

Here’s what the lead engineer of the Domane SL had to say:

“The Domane SL maintains the same thigh clearance as used on other road bikes. How far the max width carries up the seat tube can very slightly between models and this variation may be what you are experiencing compared to another Trek road bike. If it is an issue you could try going to a smaller size which moves his saddle up compared to the frame.”

The Domane SL top tube is wide, particularly as it approaches the seat tube junction. It’s wider at the seat tube junction than any other road bike I’ve ridden this year, though I don’t usually have problems with wide top tubes. The design weakness comes is the location of the IsoSpeed cover; the plastic cover seemed placed perfectly to rub the inside of my legs just above my knee raw.

Could I have sized down? Not really. I was on a 50 cm frame with the seat post extended to its minimum insertion point. Any smaller and I would need a drastically longer stem that would alter the handling Trek intended the Domane to have from the factory. Ultimately, some helicopter tape along the seam stopped the rub, but should I have to do that with a new frame?

Like as with any other bike, give the Domane a test ride before you buy it, particularly if you’re smaller or have bigger thighs like I do. I suspect I am in a very, very small majority of folks to experience this. Considering how many Trek bike dealers there are in the world, it should be easy enough to take the bike for a spin.

The Trek Domane SL 6 vs the competition

Call it an endurance road bike or an all-road bike, this segment is one of the most competitive segments you’ll find. The three endurance road bikes I’ve ridden in recent memory are the BMC Roadmachine , Canyon Endurace , and Cannondale Synapse . The Domane offers the most upright fit geometry, but all are fairly comfortable to ride for the average cyclist.

Surprisingly, I found the Domane to have the quickest steering of the bunch. Despite that, it feels about as stable in a straight line as the other bikes. Add in the IsoSpeed system that seemed to smooth out chipseal as well if not better than the other bikes too as well as its internal frame storage and the Domane starts to stand out.

The Endurace edges the other three bikes out on value for money, offering Shimano Ultegra Di2 and nicer tires at a lower price point. However, I wouldn’t be surprised if you were able to find the Trek, BMC, or Cannondale on sale at a local bike shop, in which case you start to find good value for the money.

I would also take a close look at the Trek Domane AL , one of the most impressive bikes I’ve ridden in recent memory. It might lack the ultimate polish and ride smoothness of the carbon bikes, but the handling, rider fit, and wide 32 mm tires are still there. It’s a fantastic bike.

Choose the Domane SL if you’re looking for about as smooth a ride as you’ll find, want internal frame storage, and need the ultimate warranty support that comes from seemingly having a Trek dealer on every block.

Long story short, I came away surprised by the bike. The latest generation Domane SL is every bit as smooth as you’d expect a Domane to be, and an approachable bike too. There’s a reason why it’s a go-to recommendation for most cyclists: the Domane reliably ticks every box for most road cyclists.

You pay for the privilege of riding the Domane, but considering how smooth the bike is over tarmac, I’m sure a vast majority of riders will be more than happy with it. The clearance for gravel bike tires, the internal frame storage, and the general refinement of the bike are all icing on what is a truly versatile all-road bike.

Just make sure you ride it so it doesn’t rub you the wrong way.

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20 bikes with Shimano's new 105 Di2 electronic groupset

Bikes already adorned with the latest Shimano groupset

Leading bike brands have been quicker than an electronic gear shift to get the new Shimano 105 R7150 Di2 groupset onto their freshest releases.

The electrification of Shimano's third-tier 105 mechanical groupset has been long in the offing, leaving the brand trailing its rivals.

SRAM's electronic equivalent of 105, Rival eTap AXS , was released in 2021. Our technical writer Oscar Huckle has compiled a buyer's guide comparing Shimano 105 R7150 Di2 to SRAM Rival eTap AXS .

Prior to the launch, we'd been calling for Shimano to follow suit – a wireless, 12-speed 105 groupset topped our 2022 Shimano wish list . Whether an updated mechanical version of 105 will follow remains to be seen.

So far, Shimano 105 Di2 has appeared on a variety of bikes, from some brands' most prestigious models to middle-market options elsewhere.

While you can order many of these bikes now, some brands have told us their bikes with the new groupset won't be available until 2023.

By contrast, others said they have no plans to spec a bike with Shimano 105 Di2. In the meantime, here are the bikes bedecked with Shimano's cheapest electronic groupset . We will update this article with further bikes as details arrive.

Ribble Ultra SLR 105 Di2

Ribble will offer Shimano 105 Di2 across a range of its road bikes .

The Ribble Ultra SLR , the brand's aero road bike, had only previously been released with Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 or Ultegra Di2 R8170 groupsets.

The introduction of the Shimano 105 Di2 R150 12-speed groupset on the new Ribble Ultra SLR 105 Di2 produces a true superbike for about £4,500.

The groupset includes the Shimano 105 R700 12-speed 50-34t chainset and Shimano 105 R7100 11-36t cassette.

The drag-reducing characteristics remain by way of the carbon fibre monocoque frame, carbon forks and integrated carbon aero bar and stem.

The aero seatpost holds a Selle Italia Model X Superflow saddle.

The carbon wheelset is the brand's own Level DB56 Sport shod with 700 x 28c Continental GP5000 tyres.

The Ribble Ultra SL R 105 Di2 is available to order now from £4,499 . The Ribble Ultra SL 105 Di2 is £3,899 .

Ribble Endurance SL R Disc 105 Di2

The Ribble Endurance SL R Disc 105 Di2 sees Shimano 105-level components feature on the brand's elite endurance road bike for the first time.

The Shimano 105 Di2 R7100 2x12 Speed Hydraulic Disc groupset comprises the 105 R7100, 2x 12-speed 50-34t crankset and Shimano 105 R7100 Hyperglide 11-36t cassette.

The Level DB40 Sport Carbon wheelset is clad with 700 x 28c Continental GP5000 tyres.

The Ribble Endurance SL R Disc is yours for £3,899 . The Endurance SL Disc 105 Di2 has the same groupset for £3,499.

Ribble CGR SL 105 Di2

The release of the Ribble CGR SL 105 Di2 brings the new Shimano groupset to Ribble's all-road bike .

For £2,799 on the carbon CGR SL 105 Di2 , or £3,099 on the titanium CGR Ti 105 Di2 , you get Shimano's 105 Di2 R7100 2x 12-speed hydraulic disc groupset.

As on Ribble's other 105 Di2 bikes, the chainset is Shimano's 2x 12-speed 105 R7100 50-34t paired with a 12-speed 11-36t cassette.

The CGR models share a Mavic Allroad Disc 700c wheelset and Schwalbe G-One Allroad 700x40c tan-wall tyres.

Ridley Noah Fast Disc Shimano 105 Di2

Ridley's high-end road bike, and Caleb Ewan's choice for sprint days, is specced with Shimano 105 Di2 from £6,279 / €6,899 / $9,109.

The 50/34t crankset pairs with an 11/34t cassette.

The wheels are tubeless-ready Forza Norte DB with Vittoria Rubino Pro 25mm tyres.

The bike has a Noah Fast integrated carbon stem and handlebar. A Selle Italia XR saddle perches on the Noah Fast Aero seatpost.

Ridley told us all three of its bikes with Shimano 105 Di2 are available to order from the groupset's launch day.

Ridley Helium SLX Disc Shimano 105 Di2

The Ridley Helium SLX Disc Shimano 105 Di2 is available from £5,189 / €5,699 / $7,529.

The spec includes the same crankset, cassette, tyres and wheels.

But Ridley's bike for the high mountains has a Deda stem and handlebar combo and Forza Cirrus seatpost.

Ridley Fenix SLiC Disc Shimano 105 Di2

Described as the brand's endurance bike , the Ridley Fenix SLiC Disc Shimano 105 Di2 starts at £3,959 / €4,349 / $5,749.

The frameset Lotto Soudal uses for the Classics has the same spec as the Helium SLX Disc.

Trek Madone SLR 6

If a hole in the seat tube wasn't exciting enough for one release, the entry-level 2023 Madone, the Trek Madone SLR 6, is specced with Shimano 105 Di2 and costs £6,850 / €7,699 / $7,999 / AU$11,399.

Mason Resolution 105 Di2

The Mason Resolution 105 Di2 is one of two bikes the brand has specced with Shimano's latest electronic groupset.

Ranked among our best steel road bikes , the Resolution has a carbon fork, Deda Zero2 bar and stem, and rack and mudguard eyelets.

The Mason Resolution 105 Di2 is available from £3,815 with a choice of Hunt wheels.

Mason Definition 105 Di2

The Mason Definition has a slightly lower claimed weight than the Resolution of 9kg in size 54.

The Definition's alloy frame pairs with a carbon seatpost and full-carbon fork with internal brake cable and dynamo routing.

Available with Schwalbe, Continental or Rene Herse tubeless tyres and Hunt wheels, the Mason Definition 105 Di2 will set you back £3,595.

Orro Venturi STC

All three of the bikes Orro has kitted out with Shimano 105 Di2 have a 50/34t crankset and 11-34t cassette.

The brand's aero road bike, the Orro Venturi STC, is the most expensive at £3,150 / €3,671.99 / $3,851.99.

Orro Gold STC

The Orro Gold STC now has Shimano's new groupset and is available from £2,999.99 / €3,505.19 / $3,719.99.

Orro Terra C

The Orro Terra C is a rare example of a gravel bike on sale with the option of Shimano 105 Di2. The Terra C also costs £2,999.99 / €3,505.19 / $3,719.99.

Dolan Atreus Carbon

The Dolan Atreus' carbon frame houses a 250W FSA motor, which delivers 43Nm of assistance.

The 105 Di2-equipped version of the Dolan Atreus ebike starts from £3,699.

Dolan Ares Disc Carbon

The Dolan Ares Disc Carbon , the brand's designated aero road bike with internal cable routing, is available with electronic 105 from £3,349.

Dolan ADX Disc Titanium

Shimano's latest electronic groupset is now an option on the Dolan ADX Disc , the brand's titanium endurance bike available from £3,099.

Dolan Tuono Carbon Disc

The brand's all-round and more affordable carbon road bike, the Dolan Tuono Carbon Disc , now comes with Shimano 105 Di2. It's yours from £2,949.98

Merida Scultura 6000 105 Di2

The Merida Scultura 6000 105 Di2 is one of three bikes the brand says it will kit out with electronic 105.

There will also be a 105 Di2 version of the Merida Scultura Endurance , but the brand did not have images available on launch day.

Merida has not confirmed the bikes' wider spec, pricing or availability.

Merida Reacto 6000 105 Di2

Shimano's latest groupset is also added to the Merida Reacto 6000 , the brand's keenly priced and most aerodynamic road bike.

Fairlight Strael 105 Di2

Fairlight's steel road bike with Shimano 105 Di2 will be called the Fairlight Strael 3.0 105 Di2.

Bikes will be available from July 2022 and start from £3,499 with FSA SLK finishing kit, Hunt wheels and GP5000 tyres.

Wilier Garda 105 Di2

The Wilier Garda 105 Di2 starts from €4,100 with a Shimano RS171 wheelset, rising to €4,700 for a Wilier Triestina NDR38 wheelset.

Shimano's freshest groupset will also be available on the Wilier Zero SL from €4,900 and on the Wilier Cento10 SL from €4,600.

Wilier could not provide international pricing.

The Italian brand told us Shimano 105 Di2 will be an option on four of its road bikes, likely to be on the market later this year or in early 2023.

The Bianchi Infinito CV Disc 105 Di2 will start from £5,000, the Aria Disc 105 Di2 from £3,850, the Infinito XE Disc 105 Di2 from £3,650 and the Sprint Disc 105 Di2 from £3,400.

International pricing and images were not available at the time of writing.

Shimano 105 Di2 pre-order availability

Want the groupset to fit to your current bike or new build?

Those in the UK can currently pre-order the Shimano 105 Di2 groupset for £1,730 from Probikekit with a release date of 5 August 2022. German readers can also pre-order the Shimano 105 Di2 groupset for €2088.49 from Probikekit .

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HOME > INFORMATION > NEWS > New SHIMANO 105 Di2 Delivers 12-Speed Shifting and Wireless Performance to More Riders

New SHIMANO 105 Di2 Delivers 12-Speed Shifting and Wireless Performance to More Riders

Celebrating its 40 th anniversary since first introduced in 1982, Shimano 105 receives the ultimate upgrade with a move to Di2 electronic shifting technology. The highly anticipated Shimano 105 R7100 group not only delivers Di2 performance to an entirely new range of riders, but it offers Shimano’s flagship 12-speed, wireless shifting with easy operation and increased reliability in a more attainable package.

Trek Domane Gen 4 SL6 Shimano 105 Di2 Disc Road Bike 2023, Size 52cm

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We offer a 14 day hassle free returns policy as standard.

If you are unhappy with the product when it arrives with you simply let us know as soon as is possible. You can then either drop it back instore or have it collected for a small shipping fee.

As long as the product is unridden and comes back to us how we gave it to you we will refund you from there.

Simple. As it should be.

You are covered. We warranty every product that we sell so you feel safe in your purchase. 

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• Bikes bought at £3995+ have an extended warranty on the frame for one year. 
• Frames £2495+ are extended to one year for the frame.
• Plus  any manufacturers warranty  that still exists.

You can read more warranty details here .

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Hand Delivery - No Packing Required Our team of drivers will bring your bike in person, answer any questions you have and help with setup.

Bikes:  £85

*Certain postcodes are unavailable for this service. Lead times vary.

Standard Boxed Delivery (3-5 Business Days) We have a simple flat delivery cost as per below which includes insurance.

Bikes:  £85/ Frames:  £30/ Wheels:  £30/ Parts:  £10

Next Day Boxed Delivery (Order Before 11am) Get out riding even quicker with our next day delivery service. Delivered the next business day.

Bikes:  £150

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Safety - Buy in Confidence Our buyers know what to look for. Our mechanics are thorough. Buying a pre-owned bike has pitfalls, we remove them. We check carbon thoroughly and ensure all components are sound. We ensure bikes are from a reliable source and not stolen. Every bike is serviced, tested and warranted.

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Sustainability Our model extends the life cycle of quality products. We recycle, resell and reuse as many components as possible.

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