The Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3 is a carbon gravel bike built to explore the beyond. Its lightweight carbon frame is designed with a Gravel Endurance geometry, tons of mounts and clearance for up to 50 mm tyres (as measured). Plus, IsoSpeed comfort tech helps soak up jarring vibrations to help you float over chatter and potholes. It's decked out with upgrades where you want them most, like carbon wheels and seat post, and a wireless SRAM Force AXS D2 drivetrain.
It's right for you if...
You're ready to ride further and explore more, and want a gravel bike that's up to the task – and more. You want the road-smoothing benefits of IsoSpeed, plus upgrades that matter, like carbon wheels and SRAM's Force AXS D2 wireless drivetrain.
The tech you get
A 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with a carbon fork, internal downtube storage, clearance for 50 mm tyres (as measured), and frame and fork mounts. A 12-speed 1x SRAM Force XPLR AXS fully wireless drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, carbon seat post, and Tubeless Ready Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V wheels with 42 mm tyres.
The final word
Looking for a bike built to go far? Reach for the Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3. This adventure-tuned gravel rig is purpose-built with chatter-smoothing IsoSpeed and Gravel Endurance geometry, tons of mounts for gear, plus an upgraded drivetrain for clean shifts and carbon wheels to keep things light.
| Frame | 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, hidden mudguard mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, invisible cable routing, T47, flat-mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12 mm 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 |
| Max compatible fork travel | 40 mm (XS: compatible with rigid fork only) |
Weight
| Weight | ML - 9.00 kg / 19.85 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg (275 lb). |
E-system
| Battery | SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger) |
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Drivetrain
| *Shifter |
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL SRAM Force AXS D2, 12-speed |
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Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL SRAM Force AXS D2, 12 speed |
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| Rear derailleur | SRAM Force XPLR AXS D2, 44T max cog |
| *Crank |
Size: XS, S SRAM Force 1 D2, 40T, DUB, 165 mm length |
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Size: M SRAM Force 1 D2, 40T, DUB, 170 mm length |
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Size: ML, L SRAM Force 1 D2, 40T, DUB, 172.5 mm length |
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Size: XL SRAM Force 1 D2, 40T, DUB, 175 mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1271, 10-44, 12-speed |
| Max. chainring size | 1x:44 2x: 46/30 |
Wheels
| Wheel front | Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 35mm rim depth, 100x12mm thru axle |
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| Wheel rear | Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless-Ready, 35 mm rim depth, SRAM XD-R driver, 142x12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer front | Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tyre size | 50 mm without mudguards, 42 mm with mudguards |
Components
| *Saddle |
Size: XS, S Verse Short Elite, hollow magnesium rails, 155 mm width |
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Size: M, ML, L, XL Verse Short Elite, hollow magnesium rails, 145 mm width |
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| Seatpost | Bontrager carbon, 27.2 mm, 8 mm offset, 330 mm length |
| *Handlebar |
Size: XS Bontrager Pro Gravel, 40 cm width |
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Size: S, M Bontrager Pro Gravel, 42 cm width |
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Size: ML, L Bontrager Pro Gravel, 44 cm width |
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Size: XL Bontrager Pro Gravel, 46 cm width |
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| Handlebar tape | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| *Stem |
Size: XS Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length |
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Size: S Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length |
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Size: M, ML Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length |
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Size: L Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length |
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Size: XL Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 100 mm length |
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| Brake | SRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc |
| Brake rotor | SRAM CentreLine X, CentreLock, round edge, 160 mm |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes: 180mm front and rear |
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Bike and frame weights are based on pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.
