2018 Trek Domane SL Disc Frameset vs 2016 Cervélo C5
The 51 is the Cervélo C5 size closest to your 50 Trek Domane SL Disc Frameset. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Cervélo C5
Compared with the Trek Domane SL Disc Frameset in 50, the Cervélo C5 in 51 places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and 6 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 16 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −6 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +16 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.1°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek Domane SL Disc Frameset numbers we have for size 50 are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek Domane SL Disc Frameset 50 | Cervélo C5 51 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 368 | 362 | −6 mm |
| Stack | 546 | 549 | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.1° | 70 | −1.1° |
| Effective top tube | 519 | 531 | +12 mm |
| Chainstay length | 420 | 420 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 996 | 1012 | +16 mm |
| BB drop | 80 | 77.5 | −3 mm |
| Standover | 716 | 724 | +8 mm |
| Seat tube length | 450 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 130 | 138.3 | +8 mm |
| Seat tube angle | not listed | 73 |
Differences are the Cervélo C5 minus the Trek Domane SL Disc Frameset. Full charts: 2018 Trek Domane SL Disc Frameset, 2016 Cervélo C5.
Where each sits in its class
Trek Domane SL Disc FramesetCervélo C5
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Trek Domane SL Disc FramesetSL Disc Frameset | Cervélo C5 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek OCLV | not listed |
| Fork | Trek Domane | not listed |
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