Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is an adventure-ready carbon gravel bike built to chase the horizon. Its lightweight frame features comfort-focused geometry, clearance for 50mm tires (as measured), and plenty of mounts for bags and gear. IsoSpeed tech helps soak up vibrations from rough roads, so you can float over chatter and potholes. Plus, it's equipped with a wireless SRAM Apex XPLR AXS drivetrain that offers plenty of gears for exploring the long, dusty road.
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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 |
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Fork |
Checkpoint full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, fender mounts, triple rack mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm chamfered thru axle |
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Drivetrain |
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Battery |
SRAM AXS battery pack (with charger) |
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Shifter |
SRAM Apex AXS, 12 speed |
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Rear derailleur |
SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS, 44T max cog |
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Crank |
Size XS, S: SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 165mm length |
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Size M: SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 170mm length |
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Size ML, L: SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 172.5mm length |
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Size XL: SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 175mm length |
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Bottom bracket |
SRAM DUB Wide, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
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Cassette |
SRAM XPLR PG-1231, 11-44, 12 speed |
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Chain |
SRAM Apex, 12 speed |
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Max chainring size |
1x:44 2x: 46/30 |
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Wheels |
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Wheel front |
Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 100x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, Black spokes and nipples |
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Wheel rear |
Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 142x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, Black spokes and nipples |
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Skewer front |
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle |
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Skewer rear |
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
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Tire |
Bontrager Girona RSL, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 220 tpi, 700x42mm |
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Tire part |
Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
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Rim strip |
Bontrager TLR |
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Max tire size |
50mm without fenders, 42mm with fenders (as measured, see manual for details) |
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Components |
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Saddle |
Size XS, S: Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 155mm width |
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Size M, ML, L, XL: Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145mm width |
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Seatpost |
Bontrager carbon, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length |
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Handlebar |
Size XS: Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 40cm width |
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Size S, M: Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 42cm width |
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Size ML, L: Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 44cm width |
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Size XL: Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy, 46cm width |
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Handlebar tape |
Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
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Stem |
Size XS: Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length |
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Size S: Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length |
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Size M, ML: Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length |
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Size L: Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length |
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Size XL: Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length |
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Brake rotor |
SRAM Paceline, rounded, centrelock, 160mm |
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Rotor size |
Max brake rotor sizes: 180mm front & rear |
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Bag |
Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
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Weight |
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Weight |
ML - 9.50 kg / 20.95 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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Weight limit |
Maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 275 pounds (125 kg) |
* Specifications and MSRP are subject to change without notice
** $30 Charge for Shipping of Bike from Distribution to Bike Shop




