Alternatives to Trek Madone SL Gen 6

Trek Madone SL Gen 6

Performance Road

All XSS:R 1.37 SS:R 1.4 MS:R 1.42 MLS:R 1.44 LS:R 1.48 XLS:R 1.52

View M geometry on BikeInsightsStack 546mm · Reach 384mm

Performance Road

83%Mondince

Mondince FM126 900g

M → 54

83%

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= Reach, Chainstay, Wheelbase, TT Slope

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube

765 $

Endurance Road

83%TanTan

TanTan TT-X68 878g 32mm

M → 54

83%

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= Reach, Chainstay, TT Slope, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube

629 $

Performance Road

83%ICAN (Triaero)

ICAN FL1 795g 32mm

M → 54

83%

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= Reach, Chainstay, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

Endurance Road

83%Trifox

Trifox X16 QR - Rim 875g

M → 54cm

83%

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= Reach, Chainstay

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

559 $

Performance Road

82%Bigrock

Bigrock Sohtea 730g

M → M 54

82%

Compare

= Reach, Chainstay

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

1.199 $

Performance Road

82%Bigrock

Bigrock Sohtea TEAM EDITION 603g

M → M 54

82%

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= Reach, Chainstay

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

1.089 $

Performance Road

81%KUNG

KUNG MACH AERO Road Bike FRAMESET

M → M

81%

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≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

1.399 $ - 1.549 $

Performance Road

81%Avenger

Avenger SL Shuttle 750g 32mm

M → 540

81%

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= Chainstay, Trail, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

1.799 $

Performance Road

81%TanTan

TanTan TT-X34 1252g 30mm

M → M / 54

81%

Compare

= Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, Top Tube

≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, BB Drop, TT Slope, Tire Clearance

499 $

Performance Road

81%Deng Fu

Dengfu FM098 DISC 32mm

M → 54cm

81%

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= BB Drop, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, Top Tube, TT Slope

1.399 $

Performance Road

80%BXT

BXT 145 PRO Road 950g 32mm

M → 54

80%

Compare

= Chainstay, BB Drop, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, Top Tube, TT Slope

506 €

Performance Road

80%Pardus

Pardus Robin EVO 6700g 32mm

M → M

80%

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= Reach, Chainstay, BB Drop, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, Top Tube, TT Slope

4.990 €

Performance Road

78%Xiamen CarbonSpeed (XMCS)

XMCS APX 35mm

M → M

78%

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= Reach, Chainstay, Wheelbase

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope, Tire Clearance

Performance Road

77%Long Teng

LT RD301-D 1350g 38mm

M → 540

77%

Compare

= Chainstay, BB Drop

≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, Top Tube, TT Slope, Tire Clearance

Endurance Road

77%Spcycle

Spcycle R088 780g

M → 54

77%

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= Reach, Chainstay, TT Slope

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube

523 €

Performance Road

77%Evolve

evolve CIMA Speed Artist 750g 32mm

M → M

77%

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= Reach, Chainstay, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

2.299 $

Performance Road

77%TanTan

TanTan TT-X70 870g 32mm

M → 540

77%

Compare

= Reach, Chainstay, TT Slope, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube

589 $

ONIRII Ultralight Carbon Climbing Frame Full Internal Cable Layout with Carbon Integrated Handlebar and Fork 700C 680g/1.49 lb

Endurance Road

77%ONIRII

ONIRII Ultralight Carbon Climbing Frame Full Internal Cable Layout with Carbon Integrated Handlebar and Fork 700C 680g/1.49 lb 680g

M → 54

77%

Compare

= Stack, Reach, Chainstay

≈ Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

1.519 $

Performance Road

77%Seka

SEKA Spear 685g

M → MR

77%

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= Chainstay

≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope

2.201 $

Performance Road

76%Trifox

TRIFOX X16 (TA = Thru Axle) 971g 28mm

M → 54cm

76%

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= Reach, Chainstay

≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope, Tire Clearance

569 $

Performance Road

74%Tavelo

TAVELO Arow ULTRALIGHT Edition 710g 32mm

M → 510

74%

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= Chainstay, BB Drop, Tire Clearance

≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, Top Tube, TT Slope

2.150 $

FAQ — Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M)

What are cheap alternatives to the Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M)?

These Chinese-made carbon frames offer similar geometry to the Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M) at a fraction of the price:

Mondince FM126 (83% geometry match)
TanTan TT-X68 (83% geometry match)
ICAN FL1 (83% geometry match)
Trifox X16 QR - Rim (83% geometry match)
Bigrock Sohtea (82% geometry match)

What frames have the most similar geometry to the Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M)?

The Mondince FM126 is the closest match to the Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M) with a 83% geometry similarity score, based on stack, reach, head tube angle, seat tube angle, chainstay length, and wheelbase.

How aggressive or comfortable is the Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M)?

The Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M) has a stack-to-reach ratio of 1.42, which is moderate. This geometry offers a balanced riding position — sporty enough for spirited riding, yet comfortable for longer distances. A versatile choice for most riders.

What type of bike is the Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M)?

The Trek Madone SL Gen 6 (M) is classified as a Performance Road bike with a stack-to-reach ratio of 1.42. Its riding character is moderate — a versatile all-rounder balancing speed and comfort. The geometry determines how the bike handles and how the rider is positioned — frames with similar numbers will feel similar on the road, regardless of brand.