Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert
$3,959.00
The Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert is a race road bike built with a FACT 10r carbon frame, FACT 10r carbon fork, Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, Roval C38 carbon wheels, and S-Works Turbo 700x26mm tires.
Description
Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert Overview
The Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert is a race road bike built around a Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon frame and FACT 10r Carbon fork. It combines Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, hydraulic disc braking, Roval C38 carbon wheels, and S-Works Turbo 700x26mm tires in a complete road build. The frame uses clean routing, a threaded bottom bracket, thru-axles, and flat-mount disc brake standards for a refined race-focused platform.
Key Features of Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert
- FACT 10r Carbon frame and fork provide the foundation for a lightweight race road bike build.
- Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed drivetrain delivers electronic shifting with an 11-30t cassette and 52/36T chainrings.
- Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc brakes use a 160mm front rotor and 140mm rear rotor for controlled braking.
- Roval C38 carbon wheels feature a 21mm internal rim width for a performance-focused road setup.
- S-Works Turbo 700x26mm folding bead tires pair with Turbo Ultralight tubes and 48mm Presta valves.
- The cockpit includes a Tarmac integrated stem, Specialized Expert Shallow Drop alloy handlebars, and Supacaz Super Sticky Kush tape.
- Body Geometry Power Expert saddle and S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seatpost complete the contact-point setup.
- Finished in Gloss White or Gloss Deep Lake Metallic with a weight of 7.20kg / 15 lb, 14 oz, size 56.
Ride Use
This bike is built for race road riding, with a carbon frame, carbon fork, electronic Shimano Ultegra Di2 drivetrain, and hydraulic disc brakes. The Roval C38 carbon wheels, 700x26mm S-Works Turbo tires, and Tarmac integrated cockpit support a focused road setup for fast paved riding.
Why Choose This Bike
Choose the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert for a race road bike that brings together a FACT 10r Carbon frameset, Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed shifting, hydraulic disc brakes, and Roval C38 carbon wheels. It also includes a Specialized Expert Shallow Drop alloy handlebar, Body Geometry Power Expert saddle, S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seatpost, and two clean color options: Gloss White and Gloss Deep Lake Metallic. The frame and fork are covered by a lifetime warranty for the original owner, while other Specialized-branded parts are covered for 2 years.
Specifications
Product Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product ID | 276209 |
| Brand | Specialized |
| Model | Tarmac SL8 Expert Di2 |
| Bike Type | Race Road Bike |
| Frame | Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Fork | FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Shift Levers | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, hydraulic disc |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, braze-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed, 11-30t |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8100 |
| Chainrings | 52/36T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Threaded BSA BB |
| Front Brake | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor |
| Rear Brake | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, hydraulic disc, 140mm rotor |
| Front Wheel | Roval C38, 21mm internal width carbon rim |
| Rear Wheel | Roval C38, 21mm internal width carbon rim |
| Front Tire | S-Works Turbo, folding bead, 700x26mm |
| Rear Tire | S-Works Turbo, folding bead, 700x26mm |
| Inner Tubes | Turbo Ultralight, 48mm Presta valve |
| Stem | Tarmac integrated stem, 6-degree |
| Handlebars | Specialized Expert Shallow Drop, alloy, 125mm drop x 75mm reach |
| Tape | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert |
| Seatpost | S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset |
| Seat Binder | Tarmac integrated wedge |
| Weight | 7.20kg / 15 lb, 14 oz, size 56 |
| Color | Gloss White, Gloss Deep Lake Metallic |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Frame and fork are covered by a lifetime warranty for the original owner. Other Specialized-branded parts are covered for 2 years. |
FAQ
FAQ's Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert
What frame does the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert use?
The Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert uses a Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon frame. It features Rider First Engineering, Win Tunnel Engineering, clean routing, a threaded bottom bracket, a 12x142mm thru-axle, and flat-mount disc brake compatibility.
What drivetrain is on the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert?
This bike uses a Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed drivetrain. The setup includes Shimano Ultegra Di2 shift levers, Shimano Ultegra Di2 front and rear derailleurs, an 11-30t cassette, a Shimano Ultegra chain, and a Shimano Ultegra R8100 crankset with 52/36T chainrings.
What wheels and tires come on the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert?
The bike comes with Roval C38 carbon wheels with a 21mm internal rim width. It uses S-Works Turbo folding bead tires in 700x26mm, paired with Turbo Ultralight inner tubes and 48mm Presta valves.
What is the weight and warranty for the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert?
The stated weight is 7.20kg / 15 lb, 14 oz, size 56. The frame and fork are covered by a lifetime warranty for the original owner. Other Specialized-branded parts are covered for 2 years.
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