I bought this bike as an SLR6 Pro Project One in Rage Red. This thing is fast! I'm in the States so it is assisted to 28 MPH. I've been riding it a week now, on my third ride I put the assist to level 3 for an entire hilly 21 mile ride and averaged 22.3 MPH. I love it!
Congratulations on your new SLR6 Pro! Project One paint is the best!!! The TQ motor is so stealth - totally smooth assistance and laughs at hills or headwinds! I am still amazed how comfortable the latest Domane is over the bumps. Enjoy your new new!
Congrats on the new bike I love the color it's absolutely gorgeous! For that price, I wish TREK included integrated head & tail lights for safety, like a lot of other bike companies are at even much lower price points! Also, it would be nice if the battery was easily removable for charging/storing indoors and for ease of eventual replacement...
I agree with all your points! I had a 2020 Trek Domane+ which had a removable battery and integrated lights including a very bright headlight which had a Hi/Lo beam switch too. Of course that bike weighed 37 lbs while the Domane+ SL7 comes in almost 10 lbs lighter.
That TQ mid-drive motor system is lighter than the Fazua and is also getting great reviews so far! Congrats again, that bike is a sexy beast!! Love it!@@mxengineer1
I rode one of these today at the Trek store. I loved it...didn't have the color I wanted. I am also looking at the Orbea Gain M21e 1x 20. I rode this 45 miles last week and it was a fun bike. Trying to decide on which to get; Orbea or the Domane+SLR6. Look forward to your comments.
I've not ridden the Oreba Gain M21 e 1x20. Rear hub motors can have different assist characteristics and that is what I would focus on in a test ride - make sure you like the way a motor assists you and if you don't are there tuning options with a phone app. The mid drive TQ motor in the Trek Domane+ is very smooth and quiet and assist characteristics are tunable. I really like the compliance and feel of the latest Domane+ frame. I know Trek has a warranty and even a 30-day money back guarantee and that can give confidence that any issues with the bike can be resolved. Hopefully you can ride them both and decide which one makes you smile the most! Let me know what you buy!
Trek really did a great job on the all new Domane+ SLR7. The new frame is so responsive yet comfortable and the TQ motor is seamless and totally tunable...makes me feel bionic!
I too have currently a Domane LT+ bike and it's currently in my local Trek store shop. I love the bike plus the power I had at the eco leve. Is this bike more powerful than the LT? I am considering buying one of the SLR E bikes and I was looking of course at the cheapest one which is near 9000 dollars. The Salesman said the same thing you said about it being quiet and comfortable. I am 73 so I appreciate comfort
The Domane+ SL7 TQ motor is rated at 50Nm while the Domane LT+ motor is also rated at 50NM. Both motors are smooth and tunable with the apps so dial in the assist character you desire. The TQ motor assist is very stealthy and smooth and it continues to give assist to 28mph - that is perhaps the biggest difference noted while riding. The Domane+ SL7 is also a few lbs lighter...but of course so is your wallet after buying one! I have ridden a lot of bikes and the 2023 Domane+ SL7 is the most comfortable road bike I've ridden to date. The bump absorption is impressive. Perhaps there is something to the ISO Speed, highest quality carbon in the frame, and carbon wheels...everything working together to help absorb the bumps. There are some crazy good discounts on the leftover LT+ models and it really is a great bike. Both are fun bikes - nice to have choices! One thing I found out using the app on my LT+ is Trek delivers the bike with the motor set at 250W max while the app lets you go to 300W...you may want to ride a LT+ with the motor set to full power... ua-cam.com/video/2oQn7coB8JM/v-deo.html
@@mxengineer1 Thanks for the answer and I am having a lot of trouble on the LT* batteries plus the mode I am in changes all the time and drives me crazy. I kind of given up getting a newer bike but with this trouble I am reconsidering. I just learned the bike industry is hurting but the bikes at this level are doing well so there will be no priced reduction I assume
@@garythorington1600 Sorry to hear about battery issues with your LT+. Trek corp is usually good about supporting their customers so hopefully working with your local Trek store you can get a good resolution to your issues. I got a discount on my SLR when no discounts were advertised - same with a buddy of mine. See if Trek can help with your LT+ and get you into a SLR - maybe contact Trek directly...can't hurt to ask.
@@mxengineer1 thanks for the response . I love this bike except for the battery issues and the mode always changing . If I buy the SLr I’ll probably keep my present bike s as d use it for a spare . I was just looking at a rival trek local store and they have attractive financing on these SLR bikes. I can’t wait to getine
The LT+ I got out of the shop and it's performing like new. Now I am not sure of getting the 7. At my age if I get the 7 it will probably be my last bike.
That is a great question! I know my 2019 Specialized Kenevo is still running strong and my 2019 Specialized Levo is doing the same. I also have a 21 Trek Rail and that bike/batter/motor is working well. Let's hope this all new Trek Domane+ SLR7 battery lasts a long time...and if not there is a local Trek Factory store to help out if needed.
The Trek has a little more compliance and comfort in the frame which surprised me considering the suspension headset on the Creo. I think the there is more flex around the seat post area on the Trek. The TQ motor in the Trek is total stealth and very smooth in response though the assistance character can be tuned with an app. The Mission Control app on the Creo is more tunable. I think both are very good bikes...get the one that is a better deal with a local dealer to support you.
I think you have to buy different angle/length stems. I actually bought a 10mm shorter reach stem for this bike and have it angle up (I think it is a 7 degree angle).
Trek's first e-road bike (Domane+) had a 65Nm motor and was more powerful than the latest TQ motor. The older Bosch motor got you to 28mph quickly and effortlessly when in Turbo mode. This latest TQ motor even when dialed up to peak response and power takes more effort from the rider to cruise at 26~28 mph. The TQ motor is super stealthy - almost no noise and the power assist character is very smooth.
@mxengineer1 Thank you for the informationSpeed? You know how the old Performance Line Speed motor (65 nm) compares to the newer ( 85 nm) motors for maintaining speed?
@@callawaysc6065 My e-MTB's have Bosch 85NM, Brose 90Nm, and Shimano EP8 85Nm motors....they all feel fairly similar in peak assist. Brose with belt drive is quietest, Bosch has a a quick response (can be tuned), and Shimano has the famous gear rattle but good power. Motors with more peak torque are going to take less effort from the rider. I think once you are at 65+Nm of torque it is fairly easy to maintain 28mph limit speed.
Great review! One question for you; I currently have the 2020 Domane+ HP with the Bosch motor and 500wH battery, and it's a fantastic bike. I'm not the usual e-bike customer; I use it almost exclusively for some Zone 2 recovery and easy training rides. I ride more competitively on a couple of s-works Specialized bikes during training and racing. On my 2020 Domane HP, I ride only in the lowest ECO mode, and fully deplete the battery almost every ride with the motor spending a good bit of time over 250W. How would you compare the Max power setting (300W) on your new Domane, with the "ECO" setting (lowest assist) on your Bosch HP model, both in terms of assist power and battery life? I love the new Domane but am concerned I'm going to max both the assist and battery life, even with the extender.
Glad you enjoy the channel! Thanks for sharing your real world experience with e-bikes! The new TQ motor is so smooth and quiet - total stealth. The TQ motor is rated at 50Nm torque but being so smooth it does not "feel" that powerful even in full power mode and the response turned up. The Bosch motor in the Domane+ feels more powerful. On the new Domane SLR bikes with TQ motors Trek claims about 60 mile range in Eco and 90 miles with the range extender. I've not ridden my more than about 20~25 miles at a time and it has plenty of range (I tend to be in the Eco mode most of the time unless I hit a big headwind and need more assist). One thing that does stand out on the new SLR is comfort - the new frame and carbon wheels and bars all combine to make for one of the most comfortable road bikes I have ever ridden and it feels light in motion. The TQ motor is so smooth and quiet it pretty much disappears under you.
@@mxengineer1 Thanks! your comments are right in line with what I've been reading about the SLR. I'm thinking about ordering a new SLR and keeping the 2020 HP because everyone really needs two of these 😂. I found your channel from an e-bike search, but one of my other rides is a 2019 KTM 300 xc-w - do a lot of woods riding here in NC. You have a great channel and reviews here.
@@cmoscone Always nice to have an extra bike around for a change of pace or let a friend ride along! Lots of good riding in NC and weather is better than Ohio! We have some other common interests... ua-cam.com/video/pqKBHDEM1SQ/v-deo.html
@@mxengineer1 for sure - nice vid; were you driving the 458? I've been to VIR with FCA a couple of times as an instructor, but I'm mainly in Corvettes. My youtube hasn't been updated in years; Also an engineer.
@@cmoscone Yes I was driving that 458 and was fortunate to help develop and evaluate some cool automotive products and did some SCCA and IMSA racing years ago. I like anything with wheels - maybe similar to you!
Would you recommend this bike for someone older with knee problems? I’ve tried the mahle x20 and x35 hub motors which don’t require too much hard peddling except on hills so am curious.
I recommend e-bikes for anybody. Fully tunable assistance levels means you can easily dial in the amount of work you do as the rider. The varying assistance levels is great for keeping up with faster riders or re-habing injuries like knees (I had a total right hip replacement and used my e-bikes as a training and rehab tool). Hub motors are getting better however I prefer the more refined assistance feel of the mid drive motors though those bikes tend to be more expensive.
Trying to decide between the slr 6 version for $7k + tax or a scott with dura ace and range extender combo but with hub motor capped at 20mph for 5500. I hear the hub stuff doesnt have as much power and that extra 8mph.. I wonder if it's that big of a difference.
I was not a fan of any hub motor but recent ones are better. Ideally if you can test ride all of those bikes that is best - see which one really talks to you and makes you want to go ride. I've ridden the Specialized and Trek e-road bikes and I have owned 10 e-MTB's (currently still have 3 e-MTBs). The new TQ motor in the Trek is super stealthy, tunable, and give assist to 28 mph(!!) and the latest Domane+ frame on the SLR's is the most comfy yet stiff when you pedal road bike I've owned to date...my vote is spend the extra on the SLR6 but ride it first and see what you think. Let me know what you decide - new bikes are always fun!
@@mxengineer1 I've decided to stick with a mid motor to keep the weight down low and in the center. Plus the extra power. Now I'm debating between the turbo creo 2 and the domane+. Neither of which are available near me to try. I'd have to buy them then return them to do it. Do you have any experience with the new turbo creo? The only thing it really has going for it is all those rack and fender mounting points and gigantic 55mm clearance but those could be great in the right situation. Though I did buy a cheap gravel bike years ago saying "I'll ride gravel!" and never once went onto a gravel trail since there were none nearby.
@@Millicente I have ridden the Creo with the original 35Nm torque SL1 motor and 28mph assistance. Very good bike and the Specialized Mission Control app is easy to use and you can really tune the motor support characteristics. The Trek Domane+ has a little more comfort overall (even without the steering head shock) and the TQ motor might be a tick quieter. Trek has a 30 day full money refund policy if you don't like the bike. There are some great deals out there now and also consider any local bike shops to support you if there is a problem with the bike. I had a chance to get a Creo at a good deal but the Domane+ just felt better overall for me. There is no wrong choice!
@@Millicente I got a deal on my SLR and a good buddy of mine also got a decent discount (I think 15%) on his SLR even though "deals" where not advertised. Talk to some local dealers when you are ready to purchase - you might be surprised!
$9499 MSRP for the flat black color (Trek calls is Matte Deep Smoke). My buddy bought (2) and talked the dealer into a 15% discount....are you a good negotiator? 😁
I’ve ordered my Domane + SLR7 to add a little electrical Viagra to my 4 year old Domane SLR7. Same color and size 58 specs. Just a bit to turn back time a bit for my 77th bday coming up🎉
I bought this bike as an SLR6 Pro Project One in Rage Red. This thing is fast! I'm in the States so it is assisted to 28 MPH. I've been riding it a week now, on my third ride I put the assist to level 3 for an entire hilly 21 mile ride and averaged 22.3 MPH. I love it!
Congratulations on your new SLR6 Pro! Project One paint is the best!!! The TQ motor is so stealth - totally smooth assistance and laughs at hills or headwinds! I am still amazed how comfortable the latest Domane is over the bumps. Enjoy your new new!
Congrats on the new bike I love the color it's absolutely gorgeous! For that price, I wish TREK included integrated head & tail lights for safety, like a lot of other bike companies are at even much lower price points! Also, it would be nice if the battery was easily removable for charging/storing indoors and for ease of eventual replacement...
I agree with all your points! I had a 2020 Trek Domane+ which had a removable battery and integrated lights including a very bright headlight which had a Hi/Lo beam switch too. Of course that bike weighed 37 lbs while the Domane+ SL7 comes in almost 10 lbs lighter.
That TQ mid-drive motor system is lighter than the Fazua and is also getting great reviews so far! Congrats again, that bike is a sexy beast!! Love it!@@mxengineer1
@@mxengineer1 My LT didn't have the lights and I was sorry that it didn't
Why? I like my rear radar light and glad most bikes don’t come with their lights
I rode one of these today at the Trek store. I loved it...didn't have the color I wanted. I am also looking at the Orbea Gain M21e 1x 20. I rode this 45 miles last week and it was a fun bike. Trying to decide on which to get; Orbea or the Domane+SLR6. Look forward to your comments.
I've not ridden the Oreba Gain M21 e 1x20. Rear hub motors can have different assist characteristics and that is what I would focus on in a test ride - make sure you like the way a motor assists you and if you don't are there tuning options with a phone app. The mid drive TQ motor in the Trek Domane+ is very smooth and quiet and assist characteristics are tunable. I really like the compliance and feel of the latest Domane+ frame. I know Trek has a warranty and even a 30-day money back guarantee and that can give confidence that any issues with the bike can be resolved. Hopefully you can ride them both and decide which one makes you smile the most! Let me know what you buy!
Great bike you need the range extender works good I love my bike trek rocks and no issues going up hills I love it
Trek really did a great job on the all new Domane+ SLR7. The new frame is so responsive yet comfortable and the TQ motor is seamless and totally tunable...makes me feel bionic!
Curious what did you do in life to afford all this awesome stuff? Great review btw
I am an engineer that works hard and I enjoy trying out cool bikes...I sold a few to help pay some of this one! Glad you enjoy the channel!
@@mxengineer1 awesome man hard work pays off!!!! Good job
I too have currently a Domane LT+ bike and it's currently in my local Trek store shop. I love the bike plus the power I had at the eco leve. Is this bike more powerful than the LT? I am considering buying one of the SLR E bikes and I was looking of course at the cheapest one which is near 9000 dollars. The Salesman said the same thing you said about it being quiet and comfortable. I am 73 so I appreciate comfort
The Domane+ SL7 TQ motor is rated at 50Nm while the Domane LT+ motor is also rated at 50NM. Both motors are smooth and tunable with the apps so dial in the assist character you desire. The TQ motor assist is very stealthy and smooth and it continues to give assist to 28mph - that is perhaps the biggest difference noted while riding. The Domane+ SL7 is also a few lbs lighter...but of course so is your wallet after buying one! I have ridden a lot of bikes and the 2023 Domane+ SL7 is the most comfortable road bike I've ridden to date. The bump absorption is impressive. Perhaps there is something to the ISO Speed, highest quality carbon in the frame, and carbon wheels...everything working together to help absorb the bumps. There are some crazy good discounts on the leftover LT+ models and it really is a great bike. Both are fun bikes - nice to have choices! One thing I found out using the app on my LT+ is Trek delivers the bike with the motor set at 250W max while the app lets you go to 300W...you may want to ride a LT+ with the motor set to full power... ua-cam.com/video/2oQn7coB8JM/v-deo.html
@@mxengineer1 Thanks for the answer and I am having a lot of trouble on the LT* batteries plus the mode I am in changes all the time and drives me crazy. I kind of given up getting a newer bike but with this trouble I am reconsidering. I just learned the bike industry is hurting but the bikes at this level are doing well so there will be no priced reduction I assume
@@garythorington1600 Sorry to hear about battery issues with your LT+. Trek corp is usually good about supporting their customers so hopefully working with your local Trek store you can get a good resolution to your issues. I got a discount on my SLR when no discounts were advertised - same with a buddy of mine. See if Trek can help with your LT+ and get you into a SLR - maybe contact Trek directly...can't hurt to ask.
@@mxengineer1 thanks for the response . I love this bike except for the battery issues and the mode always changing . If I buy the SLr I’ll probably keep my present bike s as d use it for a spare . I was just looking at a rival trek local store and they have attractive financing on these SLR bikes. I can’t wait to getine
The LT+ I got out of the shop and it's performing like new. Now I am not sure of getting the 7. At my age if I get the 7 it will probably be my last bike.
Just wondering what happens in a few years when the battery needs replacing? Cheers
That is a great question! I know my 2019 Specialized Kenevo is still running strong and my 2019 Specialized Levo is doing the same. I also have a 21 Trek Rail and that bike/batter/motor is working well. Let's hope this all new Trek Domane+ SLR7 battery lasts a long time...and if not there is a local Trek Factory store to help out if needed.
How does it compare to the Specialized Creo2 Expert?
The Trek has a little more compliance and comfort in the frame which surprised me considering the suspension headset on the Creo. I think the there is more flex around the seat post area on the Trek. The TQ motor in the Trek is total stealth and very smooth in response though the assistance character can be tuned with an app. The Mission Control app on the Creo is more tunable. I think both are very good bikes...get the one that is a better deal with a local dealer to support you.
How easy is it to raise and lower the handle bar stems?
I think you have to buy different angle/length stems. I actually bought a 10mm shorter reach stem for this bike and have it angle up (I think it is a 7 degree angle).
@@mxengineer1 I see. Thank you.
How does the motor compare with your older Bosch Performance Speed motor at maintaining 26-28 mph? Is one harder than the other? Thanks
Trek's first e-road bike (Domane+) had a 65Nm motor and was more powerful than the latest TQ motor. The older Bosch motor got you to 28mph quickly and effortlessly when in Turbo mode. This latest TQ motor even when dialed up to peak response and power takes more effort from the rider to cruise at 26~28 mph. The TQ motor is super stealthy - almost no noise and the power assist character is very smooth.
@mxengineer1 Thank you for the informationSpeed? You know how the old Performance Line Speed motor (65 nm) compares to the newer ( 85 nm) motors for maintaining speed?
@@callawaysc6065 My e-MTB's have Bosch 85NM, Brose 90Nm, and Shimano EP8 85Nm motors....they all feel fairly similar in peak assist. Brose with belt drive is quietest, Bosch has a a quick response (can be tuned), and Shimano has the famous gear rattle but good power. Motors with more peak torque are going to take less effort from the rider. I think once you are at 65+Nm of torque it is fairly easy to maintain 28mph limit speed.
Great review! One question for you; I currently have the 2020 Domane+ HP with the Bosch motor and 500wH battery, and it's a fantastic bike. I'm not the usual e-bike customer; I use it almost exclusively for some Zone 2 recovery and easy training rides. I ride more competitively on a couple of s-works Specialized bikes during training and racing. On my 2020 Domane HP, I ride only in the lowest ECO mode, and fully deplete the battery almost every ride with the motor spending a good bit of time over 250W. How would you compare the Max power setting (300W) on your new Domane, with the "ECO" setting (lowest assist) on your Bosch HP model, both in terms of assist power and battery life? I love the new Domane but am concerned I'm going to max both the assist and battery life, even with the extender.
Glad you enjoy the channel! Thanks for sharing your real world experience with e-bikes! The new TQ motor is so smooth and quiet - total stealth. The TQ motor is rated at 50Nm torque but being so smooth it does not "feel" that powerful even in full power mode and the response turned up. The Bosch motor in the Domane+ feels more powerful. On the new Domane SLR bikes with TQ motors Trek claims about 60 mile range in Eco and 90 miles with the range extender. I've not ridden my more than about 20~25 miles at a time and it has plenty of range (I tend to be in the Eco mode most of the time unless I hit a big headwind and need more assist). One thing that does stand out on the new SLR is comfort - the new frame and carbon wheels and bars all combine to make for one of the most comfortable road bikes I have ever ridden and it feels light in motion. The TQ motor is so smooth and quiet it pretty much disappears under you.
@@mxengineer1 Thanks! your comments are right in line with what I've been reading about the SLR. I'm thinking about ordering a new SLR and keeping the 2020 HP because everyone really needs two of these 😂. I found your channel from an e-bike search, but one of my other rides is a 2019 KTM 300 xc-w - do a lot of woods riding here in NC. You have a great channel and reviews here.
@@cmoscone Always nice to have an extra bike around for a change of pace or let a friend ride along! Lots of good riding in NC and weather is better than Ohio! We have some other common interests... ua-cam.com/video/pqKBHDEM1SQ/v-deo.html
@@mxengineer1 for sure - nice vid; were you driving the 458? I've been to VIR with FCA a couple of times as an instructor, but I'm mainly in Corvettes. My youtube hasn't been updated in years; Also an engineer.
@@cmoscone Yes I was driving that 458 and was fortunate to help develop and evaluate some cool automotive products and did some SCCA and IMSA racing years ago. I like anything with wheels - maybe similar to you!
Would you recommend this bike for someone older with knee problems? I’ve tried the mahle x20 and x35 hub motors which don’t require too much hard peddling except on hills so am curious.
I recommend e-bikes for anybody. Fully tunable assistance levels means you can easily dial in the amount of work you do as the rider. The varying assistance levels is great for keeping up with faster riders or re-habing injuries like knees (I had a total right hip replacement and used my e-bikes as a training and rehab tool). Hub motors are getting better however I prefer the more refined assistance feel of the mid drive motors though those bikes tend to be more expensive.
@@mxengineer1 Thanks for the insightful reply! Appreciate it!
Trying to decide between the slr 6 version for $7k + tax or a scott with dura ace and range extender combo but with hub motor capped at 20mph for 5500. I hear the hub stuff doesnt have as much power and that extra 8mph.. I wonder if it's that big of a difference.
I was not a fan of any hub motor but recent ones are better. Ideally if you can test ride all of those bikes that is best - see which one really talks to you and makes you want to go ride. I've ridden the Specialized and Trek e-road bikes and I have owned 10 e-MTB's (currently still have 3 e-MTBs). The new TQ motor in the Trek is super stealthy, tunable, and give assist to 28 mph(!!) and the latest Domane+ frame on the SLR's is the most comfy yet stiff when you pedal road bike I've owned to date...my vote is spend the extra on the SLR6 but ride it first and see what you think. Let me know what you decide - new bikes are always fun!
@@mxengineer1 I've decided to stick with a mid motor to keep the weight down low and in the center. Plus the extra power. Now I'm debating between the turbo creo 2 and the domane+. Neither of which are available near me to try. I'd have to buy them then return them to do it. Do you have any experience with the new turbo creo? The only thing it really has going for it is all those rack and fender mounting points and gigantic 55mm clearance but those could be great in the right situation. Though I did buy a cheap gravel bike years ago saying "I'll ride gravel!" and never once went onto a gravel trail since there were none nearby.
@@Millicente I have ridden the Creo with the original 35Nm torque SL1 motor and 28mph assistance. Very good bike and the Specialized Mission Control app is easy to use and you can really tune the motor support characteristics. The Trek Domane+ has a little more comfort overall (even without the steering head shock) and the TQ motor might be a tick quieter. Trek has a 30 day full money refund policy if you don't like the bike. There are some great deals out there now and also consider any local bike shops to support you if there is a problem with the bike. I had a chance to get a Creo at a good deal but the Domane+ just felt better overall for me. There is no wrong choice!
@@mxengineer1thanks. Yeah if I could find the slr6 on sale it’d be a no brainer!
@@Millicente I got a deal on my SLR and a good buddy of mine also got a decent discount (I think 15%) on his SLR even though "deals" where not advertised. Talk to some local dealers when you are ready to purchase - you might be surprised!
How much?
$9499 MSRP for the flat black color (Trek calls is Matte Deep Smoke). My buddy bought (2) and talked the dealer into a 15% discount....are you a good negotiator? 😁
I’ve ordered my Domane + SLR7 to add a little electrical Viagra to my 4 year old Domane SLR7. Same color and size 58 specs. Just a bit to turn back time a bit for my 77th bday coming up🎉
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