Trek Slash 7 Gen 5 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,669$
Weight | 15.08 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset NX Eagle, X1 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminium, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block 2.0, Control Freak internal routing, down tube guard, shuttle guard, threaded BB, ISCG 05, 34.9 mm seat tube, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 160 mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Yari RC, DebonAir spring, Motion Control RC damper, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 170 mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+, DebonAir spring, Select+ RL damper, 230x62.5 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed
Crank
Size: S, SRAM X1 Eagle, DUB MTB Wide, 30T steel ring, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length; Size: M, ML, L, XL, SRAM X1 Eagle, DUB, 30T steel ring, Boost (55 mm chain line), 175mm length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73 m, BSA threaded
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Wheels
Rims
Front: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Line Comp 30, Tubeless-Ready, Rapid Drive 54, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
Tires
Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager XR4 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29 x 2.40''; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, Bontrager XR5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength sidewall, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.60"
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Line, 35 mm, Knock Block, 0-degree, 40 mm length
Handlebar
Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 820 mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width
Seatpost
Size: S, TranzX JD-YSP39, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm; Size: M, ML, TranzX JD-YSP39, 150 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm; Size: L, XL, TranzX JD-YSP39, 170 mm travel, internal routing, 34.9 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 19.5" High | 19.5" Low |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 352 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 829 mm | 828 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 134 mm |
| Stack | 630 mm | 634 mm |
| Reach | 490 mm | 485 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 646 mm | 648 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.1 ° | 75.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.6 ° | 64.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1262 mm | 1263 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 22 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 759 mm | 753 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Slash 7 Gen 5 completes the Trek Slash model. There are 117 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Slash bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Slash 7 Gen 5 2021 has a starting price of 3397$. Trek Slash 9.9 XTR 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9999$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro bike that is reliable is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3397$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Slash 7 Gen 5 price is 5.95% smaller than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
a bit heavier than average, Slash 7 Gen 5 has a weight of 15.08 kg (33.25 lbs). In short, the average Enduro bike weight is 5.68% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
The Slash 7 Gen 5 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Yari RC fork. This has a travel range of 170mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is RockShox Deluxe Select+, with a travel distance of 160mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Slash 7 Gen 5 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Slash 7 Gen 5 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Trek Slash 7 Gen 5 comes with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.